The basis of Asian skin care is regular and thorough cleansing. Looking at well-groomed and seemingly ageless Korean and Japanese women, it seems to us that their skin does not fade thanks to miraculous cosmetics.

Yes, it should be agreed that the distinctive properties of Japanese and Korean cosmetics is the content in it of components unusual for Europeans, which are mostly natural. In the production of cosmetics, strict technological standards are observed, and environmentally friendly products are created. You can also add some of the best properties of Asian cosmetics. But now we will consider just one aspect in skin care, which asian women devote a lot of time. This is cleansing.

It is the habit of paying the most attention to cleansing that explains their blooming appearance, smooth, well-groomed skin. The basis for cleansing the skin is a hydrophilic oil that dissolves any, even the most dense makeup.



Oil is applied to dry skin of the face with your hands, then you need to massage, moisten your hands in water and massage again, an emulsion is formed on the face, similar to cosmetic milk. All decorative creams and paints, along with your own skin impurities, dissolve in this composition.

The hydrophilic oil breaks down fats and waxes found in foundations and lipsticks. You do not need to make an effort to rub the skin. Then all that remains is to use a foam or gel for washing to remove the remnants of makeup and the oil itself, and your skin will glow. If necessary, you can further use some nutrients. After such a deep cleansing, they will bring a much greater effect.



According to the Asian cleansing system, after that, it is enough to wash with the use of facial foam. Indeed, without cleansing the skin, no cosmetic product will bring any benefit, since the remnants of decorative cosmetics and our own pollution will not allow the skin to absorb useful components.


Hydrophilic oil is composed of oils, minerals, vitamins, herbal extracts and emulsifiers. Upon contact with water, it turns into some kind of milk. The very name of the hydrophilic oil explains its "love" for water. These funds came to us also from Asia, together with BB-, CC- and DD-creams. European cosmetic brands today also produce hydrophilic oils and we can find them according to our budget and skin needs.

What is the advantage of hydrophilic oil over other makeup removers?

Cosmetic milk conscientiously performs its functions, but if the makeup is dense, with waterproof products or multi-layered, then this task is one of the most difficult for milk. Milk for makeup remover is quickly absorbed into the skin, and its particles, along with the remnants of cosmetics, get into the pores.

Sometimes the milk leaves a dry or sticky feeling on the face. If cleansing procedures cause dryness, the skin may begin to produce more oil to help relieve dryness. But both are bad.

When cleansing with hydrophilic oil, this will not happen, the oil leaves the skin soft, velvety and non-greasy. Hydrophilic oils are made on the basis of mineral oils, which, as you know, can clog pores, which is a disadvantage. You should not be afraid of this, you just need to remember that after contact with the skin of the face, hydrophilic oils must be washed off with a short massage with your hands. Equally important is making the right choice of hydrophilic oil for your skin type and characteristics.



If we compare hydrophilic oil with vegetable oil, then again there will be an advantage on the side of the hydrophilic oil.The difference is that hydrophilic oil works on the surface of the skin, dissolving makeup components and our impurities, while the vegetable oil quickly penetrates into the deep layers of the epidermis and pulls dirty molecules with it.

Hydrophilic oil is easily washed off even with plain water, and vegetable oil is not friendly with water, you will wash it off for a long time and thereby drive dirt over your face before everything is completely removed. Hydrophilic oil - a feeling of cleanliness and freshness, and vegetable oil - a feeling of oily and shiny face.

With the help of lotion and tonic, you can also cleanse your face, but it cannot be said that this will happen as well as hydrophilic oil, that is, it will take more time and patience. But for those with sensitive and dry skin, this can result in even greater dryness.



Micellar water.
Micellar water does an excellent job with cleansing, but cosmetologists do not recommend using such a product all the time, and again because of the possible dryness of the skin. If we are already talking about this tool, then we add that after treating the skin with micellar water, you must wash your face in order to wash off the micelles with the remnants of makeup and impurities. As you can see, any means of cleansing the skin require washing with foam or gel after their actions.



The hydrophilic oil maintains the natural pH balance of the skin, does not dry it out or cause it to produce more oil than it needs to.

Hydrophilic oil can be called a versatile oil because it is suitable for all skin types.

The oil draws out impurities from pores, normalizes sebum production and does not clog pores. With its nourishing and moisturizing properties, the hydrophilic oil smoothes fine wrinkles, makes the skin elastic and evens tone.

Hydrophilic oil can be used not only to cleanse the skin, but also as a shower gel and detox hair treatment. The oil can be called an antibacterial agent, and even acne can be treated with it.

The use of oil will improve microcirculation in the skin, accelerate metabolic processes, promote cell renewal, which means rejuvenation. The hydrophilic oil does not leave a sticky or greasy effect after washing.



You should know that this oil is intended for removing makeup from the face. As far as the eyes are concerned, the task here is not so simple. Most oils do not rub off mascara and eyeliner well, and the oil can seep into the eyes without any benefit.

The largest assortment of hydrophilic oils can be found in Korean and Japanese cosmetics stores, because these products came to us from Asia. For example, hydrophilic oils from Korean cosmetics.




Hydrophilic oil from Korean cosmetics Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Cleansing Oil... Secret Key cosmetics are popular all over the world, the company focuses on the production of safe cosmetics. The brand's motto in its name is “the key that opens the secret of beauty”.

The use of oil will improve microcirculation in the skin and accelerate metabolic processes. You will notice the result after a couple of applications of the product. Lemon extract provides not only an antiseptic and antibacterial effect, but also helps to soften, nourish and brighten pigmentation. The oil stabilizes the water-lipid balance, protects the skin from drying out.



Ayoume Pore Deep Cleansing Oil... The South Korean brand Ayoume will help restore your skin's radiance and youthfulness. We look in the mirror, and we would like to see in it a young, beautiful face, radiant healthy skin. Therefore, the name of the brand contains the question - "Are you me?", Or - "Are you me?" This is the kind of conversation we have with our own reflection. And leaving the Korean brand Ayoume will help you look great!

Hydrophilic oil with charcoal Ayoume Pore Deep Cleansing Oil dissolves even the most persistent textures of decorative cosmetics, draws out toxins, allergens and other products of cellular metabolism from pores, dissolves sebum accumulated in the pores.

Ayoume Pore Deep Cleansing Oil contains lavender essential oil, lotus extract, cucumber extract and other ingredients that will accelerate the cleansing and regeneration of the skin.



Scinic Avocado Сleansing Water... The main slogan of the Scinic company is “the right source for skin regeneration”. Therefore, all brand products contain the best plant seed extracts, which contribute to the active development of new life for skin cells. The company's products do not contain dyes and other harmful substances.

The oil perfectly smoothes and evens out the tone. The main components are avocado extract, olive oil, hyaluronic acid, glacial water. The product perfectly tones the skin, makes it smooth and elastic.

Oils and plant extracts are added to the hydrophilic oil for extra care. For those with dry skin, buy a hydrophilic product with avocado, argan or shea oils. This tool removes makeup and eliminates dryness, helps restore skin elasticity, smooth out fine wrinkles.

Owners of oily or combination skin types should use hydrophilic oil with extracts of cucumber, lemon, mint, lavender, tea tree. The ingredients are plentiful and you can choose your product for all skin types and different needs.

Choosing the right hydrophilic oil will cleanse the skin and reduce the problems most often caused by improper cleansing.

And I would also like to add that it would be good for European women to adopt the attitude towards skin care. Korean women and Japanese women are convinced that it is necessary to take care of oneself with pleasure, without haste, then the effect of the use of cosmetics will increase many times over.