In the last 10 years facial cleansing has undergone a makeover. A single pass with a foaming or creamy cleanser has been usurped, per influence from Korean and Japanese skincare, by the double cleanse. Given that 66% of US women follow a multi-step skin care regiment, in addition to layering toner, serum, and moisturizer, the first step in a nightly self care routine is more than likely a cleansing balm or oil. While the earliest versions focused on breaking down layers of makeup, pollution, sunscreen and grime effectively, the latest generations of cleansing balms target specific skin care concerns. The vast majority of these recent launches feature nourishing oils so as not to strip dryer and more delicate complexions when emulsified. But what about oily and congested skin types?
A small artisanal brand launched by a Calgary, Canada-based mother-daughter team has tackled the unique double-cleansing needs of oily and combo skin with the first product for Sunday Routine Skin. The Pineapple Cleansing Balm, while soothing and cooling with cucumber and oat extracts, also delivers a light layer of exfoliation in this most vital step of the nightly cleansing process. With an oily pudding to gel texture, the lightly-fragranced yellow balm, in contrast to most balms, spreads and melts into the skin with the slightest bit of effort. After a vigorous massage, the jojoba oil base dissolves impurities on the skin and allows the pineapple extracts to get to work on pores, dead cells and sebum before rinsing to a refreshed, brighter canvas for the next skin care step.
This vegan, cruelty-free, sustainably-packed Pineapple Enzyme Cleansing Balm from female founded Sunday Routine Skin is an ideal Beauty Best Bet for Summer. It’s available individually, as well as in the Ultimate Radiance Duo Set with Guava Glow Face Oil for a double dose of brightness, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory pampering.
