# How to Cleanse Your Face Properly (According to Dermatologists)

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Podcast: [After Hours Skin Clinic](https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250)
Published: 2026-07-16T02:00:00+00:00
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Are you washing your face the right way? Is double cleansing always necessary? And why do dermatologists say that "squeaky clean" skin is actually a bad thing? In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic podcast, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid explain everything you need to know about facial cleansers, skin barriers and how to choose the right cleanser for your skin type. From acne-prone skin and eczema to rosacea and sensitive skin, Emma and Ellie break down how cleansers work, why some can damage your skin barrier, and why an expensive cleanser isn't necessarily a better one. You'll learn why cleansing is one of the most important steps in your skincare, how easy it is to get wrong, and how using the incorrect product could be undoing the benefits of the rest of your routine. This episode covers: Are you washing your face the right way? Yes, there is a right way! Why "squeaky clean" skin is a warning sign How cleansers actually work The truth about double cleansing How to choose the right cleanser for your skin type The difference between cream, foaming and salicylic acid cleansers Cleansers for acne, rosacea, eczema and sensitive skin Why your skin barrier matters Should you use hot or cold water? How long should you cleanse for? Do expensive cleansers work better? Should you wash your face in the morning? Are cleansing brushes and facial scrubs damaging your skin? Emma and Ellie also explain why cleanser is one of the most important steps in any skincare routine, how to avoid over-cleansing, and the simple techniques they recommend to patients every day in clinic. This episode includes a paid partnership with @cerave, a skincare brand developed with dermatologists, focused on repairing and strengthening the skin barrier. Emma an…

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