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How do I double cleanse with a cleansing oil?

Short answer

Massage the oil onto dry skin with dry hands, add water so it turns milky, rinse, then follow with a mild foam cleanser.

Explanation

Massage for 30–60 seconds before adding water. The cleansing oil emulsifies in cold water thanks to polyglyceryl-4 isostearate. Because it's anhydrous, it needs no preservative and keeps about 12 months. If it stops turning milky in water, it has gone off.

What to do

  • Keep the bottle dry and the cap closed.

Source: The Big Book of Homemade Skin Care — Biphase Cleansing Elixir

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