When the Sky Turns Grey, It’s Time to Focus on Cleansing

Grey skies, fine dust, hazy air…
Now more than ever, proper cleansing is the key to real skincare.

On days when fine dust is at its worst, simply wearing a mask isn’t enough to protect your skin.
Invisible ultrafine particles can penetrate deep into the pores, leading to breakouts, premature aging, and loss of elasticity.
In times like this, how you cleanse your skin is more important than adding another layer of skincare.

With air pollution levels rising even higher than last year,
if you don’t cleanse thoroughly today, your skin might become even more sensitive tomorrow.

Cleansing Right—Without Irritation

After being outside, your skin is exposed to pollutants, dust, and excess sebum, causing compounded stress.
What truly matters is not "strong cleansing power" but rather a "gentle yet effective cleansing routine".

✔ Keep Your Hands Off Your Face
Our hands carry countless germs.
Touching your face without thinking can trigger skin problems.
Always wash your hands thoroughly before cleansing,
and use a rich foam to gently wash instead of rubbing the skin.
Be especially careful not to touch your face if you're dealing with breakouts.

✔ Gentle, Non-Irritating Cleansers
While deep cleansing is important, overdoing it can damage the skin barrier.
Choose low-pH, non-irritating cleansers to help maintain your skin’s balance.
Create a soft foam and gently roll it over your face following the skin texture, using only the lightest touch.
If your skin feels sensitive, try leaving the foam on for a moment like a mask before rinsing off.

✔ A Weekly Deep-Cleansing Ritual
If you're keeping up with daily cleansing, take it a step further with a deep-cleansing session once a week.
Start with a warm steam towel to open up the pores, then use a clay or high-adsorption mask
to draw out impurities, dead skin cells, sebum, and ultrafine dust from deep within.
Follow up with plenty of hydration and soothing care to keep your skin balanced and calm.

editor team dodo