Facial cleansing is an important daily ritual that forms the basis of skin care. It is the epidermis, freed from makeup and impurities, that rests and accepts the components of caring cosmetics. The use of soap and gel for washing is not always enough for high-quality cleansing. After a standard, familiar to many, washing, traces of long-lasting makeup and secretions from the sebaceous glands may remain. There is a need to use other cleaning agents. Having tried Japanese double facial cleansing, many understand that achieving squeaky cleanliness is not so difficult.
Mechanism of action of the technique
Double Japanese facial cleansing is a daily skin care system consisting of sequential actions.
The first stage of cleansing consists of removing cosmetics and surface contaminants. The effect is performed using hydrophilic oil or a thick cleansing balm. The substances literally dissolve existing contaminants.
The second stage allows you to achieve a deeper cleansing of the tissues, prepares the epidermis for rest or subsequent steps of intensive care (use of masks, active cream). The effect is carried out using thick foam obtained from various washing products: from thick paste or special soap to the usual washing gels. Beating a soap solution involves using a mesh for foaming.
Thanks to double cleansing using Japanese technology, the epidermis receives the maximum possible freshness that can be achieved with a superficial treatment. The skin creaks and shines with purity. A similar result is difficult to achieve with standard washing or “dry” removal of impurities with cosmetic products.
Note! There is no damage or overdrying of tissues. Although when using the usual soap, gels for oily skin, intense exposure, this is inevitable.
Second stage of cleansing
According to Japanese rules, after removing makeup, you need to cleanse the skin and prepare it for applying skincare products.
Cleanses the skin with thick foam! Take soap, preferably natural (*I wash with smelly tar soap), or your favorite washing gel and foam thoroughly on a special mesh, the Japanese name of which is awadama, the Russian name is muzzle mesh)))
The foam should be very dense; it should not flow from the palm even if you turn the palm with the foam down.
We take the resulting foam and begin to apply the foam to the skin with patting movements.
Work the foam into the skin for a few minutes, then rinse with warm water and pat your face with a dry towel. That's it, washing is complete.
Indications for use
Double Japanese facial cleansing is intended for daily skin care. The cleansing ritual is carried out 1-2 times a day. The effect allows you to prepare the epidermis for a night's rest, the perception of active care products, and the application of makeup.
With the correct selection of active products, the technique can be used by the owner of any skin type. In this case, age and gender are not important. The cleansing system is considered the most successful option for those who have an oily, combination type of epidermis with enlarged pores that are prone to clogging.
How to use?
Before applying the oil, warm it up with dry hands. Rub it over your face with massaging movements for about 1-2 minutes, especially in problem areas. Then, with wet hands, massage a little more until it foams. All this is needed to dissolve dirt and grease. Rinse off with warm water.
Cleansing foam is even easier to use - just apply it in a circular motion and rinse with warm water.
After washing, it is best to use paper napkins - blot the skin with them, do not rub.
Efficiency of the technique
Regular double Japanese facial cleansing allows you to:
- ideally cleanse the skin, eliminating clogging of pores, the formation of acne and comedones;
- normalize sebum secretion;
- tighten pores;
- get more effective results from the further use of active cosmetics.
All this is achieved without deteriorating the quality of the skin. The epidermis does not change the existing type. The covers do not begin to peel off. The face looks clean and healthy.
What you will need
To perform double cleansing in Japanese you will need:
- a cleansing oil or thick balm designed to remove impurities from the skin;
- a foaming cleanser (ideally a paste, face wash, gel, foam from an Asian brand or European brands with a focus on the Japanese cleansing system);
- special mesh for producing foam.
All of the above can be found in Japanese cosmetics stores. Such outlets exist not only on the Internet. You can find specialized stores in shopping centers in large cities. Anyone interested in the Japanese cleansing system is advised to pay attention to accessories and cosmetics when visiting Asian countries in person or ordering them for friends as “souvenirs.”
Economical option
Hydrophilic oil recipe
You can prepare hydrophilic oil yourself at home. To prepare the mix you will need:
- Polysorbate 80 is the main component that turns the oily substance into an emulsion. For a hydrophilic mixture you need 10%. Sold in soap makers' stores and in salons selling hobby and creative goods.
- Base oils - the rest of the composition - 90%. It is important to note that for base oils it is not esters that are used, but low-comedogenic, light oils. Coconut is not suitable in this case. It is better to choose jojoba, grape seed extract, almonds for dry epidermis. St. John's wort, rosehip, arnica or jojoba are acceptable options for oily types. Avocado, walnut, shea will support dryness. Mixed skin needs almond, watermelon, and tamanu extracts. For mature ones, the best choices are wheat germ, cocoa and primrose. Sold in pharmacies.
- Lovers of scented products are advised to add a few drops of perfumed oil or cosmetic fragrance.
It is convenient to place the cosmetic mixture in a bottle with a dispenser. Cooked at home, it will become a favorite. Budget, naturalness, individual aroma enhance the positive characteristics of a simple but effective cleanser.
Tools used
The choice of cosmetics suitable for the Japanese cleansing procedure is large. Hydrophilic oil, its analogue cleansing balm, can be found among the products of Asian or European manufacturers. The preparations differ in consistency, density, and the presence of additional properties. Popular options:
- Shu uemura. Composition No. 1 according to Asian and Western cosmetologists. The substance is made up of a mixture of oils (jojoba, squalene, shea butter, safflower, corn) with the addition of ginger root extract, vitamin E. The substance is used by applying it to a dry surface to remove makeup, and to a damp surface to deeply cleanse pores. A bottle with a 150 ml dispenser sells for 3.6 thousand rubles.
- Kose. Budget option containing 7 oils (olive, jojoba, sesame, shea, safflower, sunflower, corn germ). The drug can be used for one-step cleansing (without subsequent rinsing with thick foam). You can buy a 60 ml bottle for 320 rubles.
- Missha. A product from a Korean brand based on 5 oils (macadamia, olive, jojoba, grape seed, tea tree) with the addition of extracts of juniper, lotus, green tea, sea buckthorn, orange, camu camu berries. A 150 ml bottle sells for 1.2–1.8 thousand rubles.
- Clinique. When applied to the skin, the balm of dense consistency turns into hydrophilic oil. The composition of the substance is based on safflower oil. The option is universal: intended for all types of epidermis. A 125 ml jar sells for 1.5–2.1 thousand rubles.
- Lancome. The intense but gentle effect of Lancome balm allows you to use the product for thorough cleansing of any type of epidermis. The substance goes through 3 phases: when applied to the skin, the dense mass turns into oil, and turns into a milky state when gently massaged with wet fingers. The product contains: extracts of white lotus, French rose, Japanese cedar, anise. A 125 ml tube sells for 1.1 thousand rubles.
Hydrophilic oil perfectly dissolves even waterproof makeup. The substance can be used to cleanse the eyelids. Getting oil into your eyes does not cause discomfort. The procedure for removing makeup does not require any effort: there is no need to rub the skin. The product removes dense bases from pores: foundation, BB cream, powder.
For the second stage of Japanese cleansing you will need a foaming cleanser. They use pastes, soaps, foams, and gels. Popular options:
- Shiseido. Pureness foam, based on soft surfactants with the addition of acids, glycerin, menthol, whips into a thick foam, thoroughly cleansing and refreshing the skin. The product does not dry out and does not disturb the pH of the epidermis. A 100 ml tube sells for 1–1.5 thousand rubles.
- Mizon. GREAT PURE CLEANSING FOAM with mango extract and butter, fruit acids, aloe extract, gypsophila ideally cleanses dry, sensitive, normal skin. A 120 ml tube sells for 800 rubles.
- Naïve. Kracie foam with macadamia oil, soap tree nut extract, olive, marshmallow root, lemon, sea silt deeply cleanses and has a skin detox effect. A 200 ml tube sells for 450 rubles.
- Murasaki. Soap based on natural ingredients (aloe, green tea, pomegranate, sakura flowers, tangerine, seaweed), natural absorbent: charcoal. The options do not dry the skin and effectively remove impurities. Bars weighing from 70 g are sold for 100–300 rubles.
Attention! For the procedure, you can also use standard products, which, when performing Japanese cleansing, give a brighter, but softer effect.
Product of Asian origin
Hydrophilic oil Shiseido
Japanese cosmetic companies (Shiseido, Kose, Biore) offer a large selection of types of oils for different skins. Any Japanese company that produces cosmetics considers it mandatory to develop a hydrophilic product. A series of hydrophilic oils includes separate products for oily, sensitive, dry, combination skin.
It should be noted that not all Japanese hydrophilic oils cope well with super-resistant cosmetics. The sampling method will help you choose a product suitable for this purpose. As a rule, well-known companies produce high-quality products that can solve complex cosmetic problems.
The advantages of the Japanese product over other “washes” are:
- universal characteristic, since hydrophilic oil is suitable for any skin type.
- no side effects, such as a film on the face, an alkaline reaction and its consequence – dry, tight skin.
Hydrophilic oil contains a composition of various oils, herbal extracts and vitamins. It is quite dense in consistency, but when interacting with water it becomes like milk, is removed gently and easily, and gives an enveloping effect.
Performing a cleanse
There is nothing complicated in the Japanese facial cleansing procedure. The main thing is to comply with the rules of exposure. Haste is eliminated. All actions must be measured, soft, but thorough. The Japanese cleansing ritual consists of the following sequential stages:
- Makeup remover An oil-based cleanser is dosed into the palm and rubbed over the fingers. Hands are applied to a dry face with makeup. Use your fingertips to smoothly move along the massage lines, performing soft rubbing movements. When the entire surface is treated with oil, the effect of the substance becomes noticeable: the makeup begins to gradually “melt.” Wet your hands in moderately warm water and repeat the previously performed movements. After passing the massage lines, the fingers are again moistened with liquid. The exposure is carried out until the sensation of the presence of an oil film completely disappears. Finger manipulation can be replaced by using a damp muslin cloth. If hydrophilic oil does not completely remove makeup, then dry the damp face with a napkin, remove the remaining makeup with a two-phase cleansing liquid, micellar water or other suitable means.
- Deep cleansing. After complete removal of cosmetics and surface impurities, the pores begin to be cleared. A pea of liquid cleanser is dosed onto the mesh for whipping foam, or a solid bar of Japanese facial soap is applied 1-2 times. By applying pressure to the device with your hands, a dense soap foam is obtained. It will not be possible to achieve a similar thick, fluffy substance without using a mesh. The foam is collected in the palms and applied to the face. It is recommended to leave soap bubbles on the skin for effect. The duration of the foam depends on the product used and skin type. The manufacturer of the composition usually provides precise recommendations. Wash off the foam gradually, without haste. Do not pour water on your face: wet your palms and apply it to the skin. They create a contrast: the rinsing procedure begins with warm water and ends with cool water.
Once cleansing is complete, the skin is ready to rest, follow up with a subsequent care program or apply makeup. If the epidermis has to take a break from using cosmetics or performing procedures during the day, then morning cleansing can begin immediately from the second step.
Essence and description of the system
The essence of Japanese washing is a two-stage system of facial skin cleansing.
Stage 1 – Makeup removal
We are all used to removing makeup with toners, milk and other things. The Japanese use hydrophilic oil to remove makeup.
Hydrophilic oil is a mixture of different oils with the addition of an emulsifier, which, when combined with water, forms a delicate creamy emulsion.
Hydrophilic oil has many advantages and only one drawback - it is expensive. But the functions that hydrophilic oil performs are completely justified by the price. Hydrophilic oil:
- Removes even stubborn makeup from the face. It is merciless even to eyeliner, pencil, long-lasting mascara and BB creams.
- Suitable for any skin type, also hypoallergenic. People with sensitive skin are recommended to have hydrophilic oil in their arsenal. Moreover, it is a pure natural product.
- Hydrophilic oil is used not only to remove makeup, but also as a shower gel, hair gel or intimate hygiene product.
- Nourishes, moisturizes and eliminates expression lines.
- Use sparingly, only a few drops are needed for the face.
- Removes blackheads and tightens pores.
Many cosmetic companies provide a line of hydrophilic oils with Anti-age, so if you have already switched to this age line, make sure that the oil is the same.
If you don’t like strong fragrances, choose hydrophilic oil without fragrances and fragrances, these are also available for sale.
It is worth saying that cheap cosmetic oils will not be able to provide you with such care, so there is no need to skimp on expensive products. This way you will avoid unpleasant consequences. In general, hydrophilic oil can be prepared at home. To do this you will need: an emulsifier, an oil or a mixture of oils, a couple of drops of essential oil depending on your skin type and, if desired, vitamins A and E.
- For normal skin, absolutely any hydrophilic oil is suitable.
- For oily skin, choose grape seed essential oils.
- Peach and avocado essential oils are suitable for dry skin.
Using hydrophilic oil is quite simple. Massage a few drops of oil onto your dry face, then moisten your palms a little with water and continue massaging. If your hands are dry, wet them again. Don't be afraid to rub oil on delicate and sensitive areas such as lips and eyelids. The oil will gradually turn into a delicate milk that will thoroughly cleanse your facial skin. Then the face must be thoroughly washed with clean water.
In this video you will learn all the intricacies of preparing hydrophilic oil at home.
Stage 2 – Washing
The next step is cleansing or washing with thick foam. It is necessary to wash your face with thick and dense foam, which will gently massage and remove remaining dirt and dust without touching your facial skin with your hands. It is quite simple to create a large and airy foam from a drop of gel or mousse; for this you can use nylon mesh, which is called “awadama” or popularly “muzzle mesh”. Its price is on average 200 rubles. For greater foaming, pieces of foam rubber are placed in such nets. The foam from such a mesh is fine, and if the foam is applied to the palm and turned over, the foam will not fall off. Apply the foam with light massaging and patting movements, then rinse with warm water. A wet face is blotted with a paper towel, since the lint of a regular towel is rough on the skin. After washing your face, you are ready to apply your usual skin care product or makeup. In the first minutes after washing, apply your usual caring face cream. The effect of it will be visible to you, because... It is during this period that the skin is maximally cleansed and receptive to nutrients.
Many girls note that this mesh is very convenient to wash, even if you do not use it for the intended purpose of the Japanese system. You can easily foam any gel face wash in it, and the effect of the resulting foam will be much better than simply rubbing the gel wash with your hands.
Precautionary measures
The only clear contraindication to the Japanese cleansing procedure is an allergy to the components of the substances intended for use. It is first recommended to carefully study the composition of the product and conduct a test for the individual reactivity of the body.
It is also impossible to cleanse in Japanese if there is damage to the skin. Additionally, you should consult a doctor if there are irritations or formations on the skin that are a consequence of diseases.
The procedure may have temporary situational contraindications. For example, cleansing is abandoned during the early rehabilitation period after plastic surgery and some cosmetic interventions.
With the correct selection of cosmetics, the procedure has no side effects.
Attention! People with dry, sensitive skin are more prone to various negative manifestations: cleansing can cause red spots to appear.
Additional care in Japanese
Complementing the classic Japanese cleansing are other traditional options. They are not daily and are used as desired.
Konnyaku
The effect of the procedure is provided by a traditional Japanese sponge - konnyaku, made from an organic vegetable grown in Japan. When dry, the accessory is hard and hard, not intended for contact with the face. By moistening it with water, you will get a soft, porous scrub sponge with a silky touch effect. The sponge is especially good for delicate cleansing, for allergy-prone and sensitive skin. Can be used as a massage and exfoliating tool for the face and body. The shelf life of the Japanese sponge is not long due to its organic origin and is 2 months. If you let it dry and store it in a special container, it will last a little longer. Depending on the need for additional cleansing, konjac is used every other day or less often.
Rice bags
One of the old Japanese means of achieving external beauty is rice powder. The bags filled with fine rice flour resemble tea bags. One copy lasts for a week, so it is considered an uneconomical product with a short-term effect. They use it additionally by moistening it with water and performing massage movements. Rice product brightens the skin and cleanses pores.
Express cleansing
Busy people don't have time to whip foam twice a day. For those who do not have this opportunity, ready-made foams from Japanese manufacturers are available.
Opinion of cosmetologists
Doctors positively evaluate the Japanese version of skin care. There are products that are approved by cosmetologists. In the care system, doctors see a comprehensive approach to cleansing the epidermis, which is an important stage in skin care.
Positive assessment of the effect of hydrophilic oil.
Recommendation of the Japanese system.
Main advantages
- Japanese washing cleanses the skin “squeaky clean” and tightens pores. With regular use of this method, your complexion will improve and blackheads will lighten.
- After a few weeks, you will notice that pimples begin to visit you noticeably less often.
- This is a very pleasant ritual. You get a great massage every evening.
- It's very economical. You only need a little bit of hydrophilic oil and foam for washing for one wash, so these products will definitely be enough for you for 4 months.
- If you use BB creams, then Japanese cleansing is just right for you!!!
Patient reviews
Attitudes towards the Japanese cleansing system and the drugs used to perform the procedure are different. The largest number of reviews contain a positive assessment, but there are also negative attitudes.
Positive impression from using hydrophilic oil.
Negative attitude towards Japanese cleansing products.
Positive impression of the Japanese care system.
Reviews
Daniella: I heard a lot of good things about Shiseido and was also tempted to try it. In general, it fully justifies its characteristics, but the foam did not help get rid of deep blackheads.
Nadezhda: I’ve been using Cosmetex Roland Loshi for over a year now and I’m very pleased! I was immediately captivated by the natural composition, I bought it and did not regret it. The skin after the foam is soft and velvety!
Inga: I use Hinoki foam and recommend it to everyone. The quality and effect completely justify the price!
