Facial Cleansing Under the Microscope
The physiological significance of the cleansing method for the skin is often underestimated. It is the first crucial step in effective skincare. Thorough yet gentle on the skin barrier, it should be.
It should remove dirt and excess skin oil on the surface, but not too much, so the skin doesn't dry out. Strong alkaline soaps, overly harsh cleansing agents can strip away too much of the skin's protective barrier, throwing it out of balance. It's all about finding the right balance!
Different preparations, cleansing oil, gel, foam, milk, are merely textures. The degree of cleansing power is determined by the type and amount of cleansing agents. A gel can generally cleanse mildly, and an oil can cleanse intensely.
The requirement is paramount.
Each cleansing removes a part of the skin surface film = hydrolipid mantle, thus slightly throwing the skin out of balance. Because it contains moisture factors, fats, and useful microorganisms that serve as a protective barrier. It functions in the slightly acidic pH 5.5 environment. SOAPs are inherently alkaline and disrupt the acidic environment that particularly protects against bacteria. The more aggressive the cleansing, the greater the disruption of the natural protective barrier = acid mantle. Without help, the skin needs several hours to restore this condition. The facial tonic can help restore the acidic pH. Then it's immediately protected again. This is especially important for acne or sensitive skin.
Too strong cleansing products can promote an irritation-prone, dry, and itchy skin condition. High-quality, balanced cleansing products are therefore a good investment for healthy, balanced skin.
DR.BELTER cleansing products consider these balance aspects and are completely free of aggressive soaps. They generally use gentle plant-based cleansing agents that do not wash out the protective barrier and contain re-fattening substances. Incorporated into different textures, they have slightly different cleansing profiles for an individual skincare experience.
The need to cleanse the skin is probably as old as humanity itself.
The use of muds and natural pigments is found across cultures among indigenous peoples and, besides water, is probably the oldest form of cleansing. Clay, chalk, or sea mud were also used for protection against the sun and as adornment. To cleanse, the mud is applied and then dries on the skin, absorbing the skin oils in which dirt is bound. When the mud is removed, sebum and dirt are dissolved. Even today, we still appreciate this deep-cleansing effect. Clay masks and chalk masks work precisely on this "adsorptive" principle. The large surface area of the tiny earth pigments binds skin oils. When an earth mask dries on the skin and is then removed, it takes away bound dirt and skin oils. This effect is so intense that we now call it deep cleansing.
Historically, hygiene and care gained new significance with the use of mirrors.
Early mirrors made of obsidian were first discovered in a Neolithic settlement in southern Turkey. Bronze mirrors then appeared in Greece and Egypt. Water and milk were the preferred cleansing agents in ancient cultures, with anointment using animal fats, night masks, and makeup with pigments as beauty aids.
The earliest evidence of soap usage dates back approximately five thousand years. Archaeologists found Sumerian cuneiform script detailing a recipe for making a cleansing agent prepared by mixing and cooking potash with animal or vegetable oils. The Romans had a pronounced bathing culture and used natron, potash, salt, flour paste, bean meal, or various types of earth. "Sapo" consisted of fat and ash. It reacted alkaline on the skin and was rather aggressive.
Today, we understand the skin as a complex biological protective organ and can utilize innovative, natural formulations to care for it gently and individually. Explore cleansing concepts here with great potential to become your favorite product!
Discover here which cleansing could suit you:
»Bel-Energen« [Daydream] Cleansing Foam – The gentle, soap-free foam cleanses the skin in a gentle and effective way. Dreamily light, it removes makeup and dirt particles and brings the skin into contact with precious plant-based care ingredients such as grape extract, phytopeptides, and organic witch hazel during cleansing.
Line »N« [cleansing gel] – The refreshing, soap-free cleansing gel concentrate based on algae thoroughly cleanses while simultaneously preserving the skin's natural protective barrier. The active ingredient complex with watercress, horsetail, and a moisturizing factor soothes and protects. The gentle scent of fresh oranges and ginger makes skincare a pleasure.
»BioClassica« [Balancing Gel Cleanser] – Crystal clear, soap-free, and thoroughly cleansed, the refreshing cleansing gel removes makeup and dirt particles from the skin without drying it out. Precious natural ingredients vitalize during cleansing and leave the skin clear, pure, and noticeably refreshed. Unlike any other DR.BELTER® cleansers, this product is minimally foamy.
»BioClassica« [Velvety Cream Cleanser] – The pure white cleansing milk with precious botanical extracts gently and thoroughly removes makeup and dirt particles from the skin without washing away its protective barrier lipids. After cleansing, the skin is velvety soft and pure.
»intensa®« [ Cleansing Mask ]– The creamy express mask with clay minerals is a beauty boost for a radiant complexion. Applied thinly, it immediately unfolds its deep-cleansing, clarifying effect. The skin appears dewy fresh and refined after application. Applied in the morning – ready for a beautiful new day; applied in the evening – liberated from the day's burdens.
Efficient facial cleansing for men's skin:
- soap-free gel cleansing
- mild abrasive particles optimize cleansing
- Freshness formula with Quest-Ice effect
- with hydroactive plant complex
- soothing, anti-irritating
- anti-inflammatory
- fresh, mild scent essences
»stimula®« [Nobless Cleansing Milk] – Nobless Cleansing Milk is a gentle cleansing emulsion that combines thorough cleansing properties with precious ingredients to create an experience of freshness and cleanliness.
»stimula®« [Nobless Cleansing Oil] – The hydrophilic cleansing oil cleanses the skin balmily tender and thoroughly, without drying it out. Phyto extracts and precious botanical oils unfold their natural effect and leave a feeling of well-groomed purity.
»sensi-bel« [Delicate Cleanser] – The soap-free gel cleanses gently yet thoroughly. Through the use of panthenol, extracts from licorice root, oak bark, green tea, and coneflower, it develops a skin-protective effect already during cleansing.
Linie »A« [cleansing gel]– Already during the first cleansing of the problematic skin, the sebaceous gland production and increased bacterial formation are inhibited. The cleansing gel is Mildly cleansing, soothing, and gently disinfecting.
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