How to use Furtuna Skin Cleansing Balm in your daily routine

Cleansing balms have become a cornerstone in modern skincare routines due to their gentle yet effective ability to remove makeup, impurities, and excess oil without stripping the skin. Unlike some foaming cleansers, which can leave your skin feeling dry, cleansing balms offer a rich, hydrating cleanse, perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

There’s often confusion about how to use a cleansing balm, when to use one, and whether all skin types can really benefit from this type of cleanser. We’ve fallen in love with Furtuna Skin Cleansing Oil Balm, and incorporating this incredible cleanser into your routine is simple.

What is a Cleansing Balm?

How is a Cleansing Balm different from a cleanser?

A cleansing balm is a solid cleanser formulated with concentrated botanicals and plant-based oils. Unlike some cream or gel cleansers, balms are not diluted with water or fillers, making them highly potent and nourishing. Because of their luscious texture you’ll usually find them packaged in luxurious jars – which shouldn’t deter you from their simple application. When applied, the balm melts with the warmth of your hands, spreading smoothly across your skin to break down impurities, dirt, and makeup. With no need for water to lather, a little balm provides a deep, moisturising cleanse.

The obvious difference between a cleansing balm and a traditional cleanser lies in the texture. While many cleansers are liquid-based and foam to trap and remove dirt, cleansing balms are solid, using oils to dissolve impurities. Some traditional cleansers can strip the skin of its natural oils, leaving it vulnerable, whereas cleansing balms are gentle and designed to preserve moisture. The oils in balms also tend to be richer in nourishing ingredients, which remain on the skin after rinsing, providing ongoing hydration and protection throughout the day.

According to Furtuna Skin, “the most important difference between a cleansing balm and a traditional cleanser is the aftereffects. Traditional cleansers only spend a very short period of time on your face. When you’re done, you wash the cleanser, and its active ingredients, directly down the drain. These ingredients can’t nourish or protect your skin if they’re gone just as quickly as they’re applied. Our Cleansing Oil Balm is designed to leave a small amount of active botanical ingredients behind. These active botanicals continue to nourish and protect your skin throughout the day.”

The Furtuna Skin Cleansing Oil Balm is packed with organic, wild-foraged ingredients like organic, extra virgin olive oil, olive leaf water, soapwort, manna, chamomile, and nettle that play an active role in restoring and maintaining the health of your skin. With such a concoction of potent ingredients, this isn’t simply a wash-off cleanser but a vital skincare product within your routine. These botanicals continue working after the balm is washed off, nourishing your skin all day long.

When to use a Cleansing Balm

Furtuna Skin means one cleanse is a double cleanse

Cleansing balms can fully replace traditional cleansers in your skincare routine, eliminating the need for pre-cleansing. Furtuna Skin’s Cleansing Oil Balm can be used as the first step in both morning and evening routines, and it’s suitable for use twice daily, even without makeup, to clear away grime and impurities.

Thanks to their rich, moisturising texture, cleansing balms pair perfectly with gua sha tools or facial massage, promoting lymphatic drainage while allowing the active ingredients to deeply penetrate the skin, offering a soothing and nourishing treatment.

How to use Furtuna Skin Cleansing Oil Balm

A guide for all skin types

When using a cleansing balm, start with dry skin instead of wetting your face or hands like you might with a gel cleanser. Scoop out an olive-sized amount of the Cleansing Oil Balm – adjusting as needed based on the makeup you’re removing or your current skin state. Massage the balm into your skin, allowing the warmth of your fingers to melt it into a smooth consistency. Unlike some oil based cleansers, you’ll discover Furtuna Skin’s triphase cleansing properties; after massaging for up to a minute, add water and the balm will emulsify into a milky texture. With massage, it becomes a gentle foam. Rinse with warm water and gently pat dry, leaving a thin layer behind to nourish and protect your skin. Now it’s time to marvel at the fresh, softness of your skin – no stripping, no dryness.

Cleansing Balm for Oily Skin

What is a double cleanse?

Double cleansing typically involves an oil-based cleanser to remove buildup followed by a water-based cleanser to cleanse impurities. This process helps deeply clean while adding moisture and supporting the skin’s barrier. While many products require a second step, the Furtuna Skin Cleansing Oil Balm does it all in one. With organic extra virgin olive oil to dissolve oil-based debris and organic olive leaf water to tackle water-based impurities, it saves time and ensures your skin is left hydrated and nourished with beneficial botanicals, without needing an additional cleanser.

If you have very oily, or sensitive skin, the idea of not following with a gel-based cleanser may fill you with dread. Furtuna Skin designed their cleansing balm to function as a double cleanse all on its own, however you may also follow with a gentle Micellar Cleansing Essence to further cleanse and tone the skin. In fact, Furtuna Skin’s Micellar Cleansing Essence is a multi-benefit product that all skin types can benefit from. It acts as both a toner to balance the skin, an essence to treat, and an ideal preparation for the following products in your routine.

Andersen Approved: Furtuna Skin Cleansing Oil Balm

Why we love it

Using a cleansing balm can transform the way you begin your skincare routine. Once you experience its luxurious, moisturising benefits, the idea of “squeaky-clean” skin feels outdated, and we love the ritual of a lingering massage that promotes lymphatic drainage and helps de-puff and decongest.

With dryness and dehydration being one of the most common skin complaints we receive, t’s crucial to use products that not only cleanse but also nourish and hydrate. This cleansing balm is enriched with potent botanicals that not only effectively removes makeup and impurities, but also provides essential nutrients to promote healthier, glowing skin. With its simple triphase properties, it rinses off easily and makes cleansing simple and fast. We know this cleansing oil balm will quickly become an integral part of your balanced skincare routine – and it even has us looking forward to cleansing!

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