While it may be just one aspect of our comprehensive beauty routines, the most important step is undoubtedly skin washing. Somewhere down the line of holding our skincare stockpiles of antioxidant serums, moisturizers packed to burst of hyaluronic acid with face creams that claim to smooth the feet of the crow in no time at all,  we seem to have relegated cleaning to the last place. Mostly going for a simple face wipe or water dash to remove any grime remnants.

The value of using a cleanser can not however be overlooked, and it is important to find the appropriate cleanser for your specific skin type.



Here are the things to remember on a cleanser before you make your choice:

The Natural Cleanser You Use Matters
The first thing you do at the start of the day in the morning, and at night after the day is over is to use your cleanser. But it's much more about your choice of cleanser.  Know that it is important for you to get the cleanser that is best for you, not the most expensive or one that works for someone else.

One goldilocks puzzle is to find the best natural face cleanser for your skincare routine. If your face wash isn't good enough, it won't deliver you a deep enough wash, it will keep build-up on the skin's surface and will not be properly absorbed by the rest of the products.

A cleanser that is too heavy for your skin will strip off the natural oils, weakening the acid mantle, which can significantly raise irritation and lead to premature ageing. Because everybody's skin is different, there's no one-size-fits-all solution, but finding the right organic cleanser for your skin will make a tremendous difference in your skin.

Know Your Skin Type
Cleansers are unique for each form of skin. Therefore you have to know what kind of skin you have before using a facial cleanser.

This is important because using a cleanser that doesn't match your skin will lead to dryness, oiliness or allergy issues. Natural skin comes with the ideal combination of moisture and oil. While oily skin soon after washing it becomes greasy, dry skin is devoid of moisture and oil and can look flaky. If some areas of the face are moist while others are dry, one is considered to have combination skin.

Avoid Harsh Cleansers
Keep away from all rough, oil-dissolving, soap-based cleaners, as these cleaners have alkaline properties. Many cleansers designed for dry skin leave a greasy residue on your face. In the long term, this can be harmful to the appearance of your skin. Importantly too, never use a cleanser which can make the skin look dry.

If you are not certain about the best cleanser to get due to fear of rough ingredients, you can consider Okana NZ Natural Skincare products. Based on your skin type there are plenty of natural cleanser choices for you. You can check through any of them:

Endeavour to Research
We don't think it's a headstrong move to want to know what we put on our skin, however, there are a number of companies out there who count on you not to turn the bottle over and conduct the additional research on the ingredients they've listed.

The skin is a porous part of the body and transdermal absorption is necessary although it is very helpful to keep things out. So be sure you are letting in only the good stuff.
 
Avoid Sulfates
Some synthetic detergents are sodium laureth sulfate and sodium lauryl sulfate. They are used in cleansers, and they create a lather when mixed with water, which emulsifies and takes the oil away.

Such foaming activity can initially feel relaxing, particularly if you're prone to oil or acne. But the thing is, it will remove your skin layer. The outermost portion of your skin is the skin barrier that holds moisture in and preserves you from germs, bacteria, toxins, etc.

Sulfates are so powerful and so alkaline they can destroy it instantly, causing inflammation, excess oil production dryness, scratching or redness. It can take several hours for the pH of your skin to come back to normal after you have used them. So if you're washing with sulfates each day or twice a day, understand the stress you're putting on your skin. 

Test and Pay Attention to Different Cleansers
When you've tested to make sure your brand is secure, trust your ingredients and find the kind of cleanser you know you deserve, it's just about checking it out and paying close attention to your skin. 

Ask yourself, "Do I need extra moisture?" and "Do I get a good enough clean?" and "Do I need a face brush?" to get yourself zeroed in with the right facial cleanser. 

Don't be scared of trying out new face cleansers just before you find something that has the ingredients you're searching for and suits your skin type, just make sure you give your skin transition time. 

Look for online reviews
The internet is packed with reviews of a new cleanser reaching the market stores. Go through these ratings, and compare various products. Before making a final decision, visit credible blogs and discussion forums.

Limit the cleansing time
While cleansing and massaging your face can feel soothing, spending lots of time doing this may make your skin vulnerable over time. Prolonged cleansing may even dry out the skin. So go on your cleaning time with ease. 
Whatever cleanser(s) you pick, remember you always don't need to over-clean. Also, while you may think that a micellar cleanser in the mornings is enough, or even only splashing water on your face, a decent cleanse at night before you go to bed, to eliminate all the residual makeup, dust and dirt accumulated in the day is a positive measure.

Finally, no two individuals, not even twins, have the same type of skin. Choose a cleanser that suits your skin type, and permanently adopt it.