HOW TO CORRECTLY REMOVE MAKEUP AND SUNSCREEN AT NIGHT

Q: Why remove sunscreen at night if I don’t wear makeup?

A: Sunscreens bond tightly to skin. If not removed, they can trap pollutants and clog pores. Our lactic acid cleanser removes both sunscreen and impurities without disrupting your skin barrier.

Q: Is it safe to use a lactic acid cleanser every night?

A: Absolutely. Lactic acid is one of the gentlest AHAs, making it safe for nightly cleansing while also hydrating and strengthening the skin.

Q: Can lactic acid cleanser remove waterproof makeup and sunscreen?

A: Yes. Its silky texture dissolves long-wear foundation and SPF while staying gentle on sensitive skin.

Many people believe you need a foaming, soapy cleanser to break down makeup and sunscreen. In reality, this silky, non-foaming formula does a far better job. It fully dissolves dirt, debris, impurities, sunscreen, and long-wear makeup without stripping or irritating the skin.Why is this nightly step so crucial?If makeup, SPF, oils, and pollution particles sit on the skin overnight, they can sink into pores, mix with sebum, and trigger minor inflammation.

Left untreated, this escalates into more visible issues like redness, sensitivity, breakouts, pigmentation, congestion, and even premature ageing.Cleansing at night allows your skin’s natural barrier to recover, while the actives in the Dermalist cleanser — including Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid (AHAs), Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Chamomile, Witch Hazel, and Green Tea — go to work. These ingredients gently resurface, hydrate, calm, and protect the skin, while polyglucoside emulsifiers help break down oils and makeup without harshness.

The Method

Start with clean hands and tie your hair back.Wet the skin with tepid water (not too hot, not too cold).

Apply the cleanser evenly across the face, then emulsify with a little water. You’ll see makeup instantly breaking down.
For a deeper cleanse, use the Dermalist SkinBuff Bamboo Charcoal Sponge, which gently lifts away residue while drawing out impurities.

Rinse and pat dry.

Repeat for a second cleanse. This time, the skin is makeup-free, so the actives can act as a treatment cleanse, feeding antioxidants, hydration, and barrier support into your skin.

Suzi’s tip: leave the second cleanse on your skin for 20–30 seconds like a treatment mask to let the actives really work.The result? Fresh, clean, calm, and hydrated skin — perfectly prepped for your evening skincare routine and overnight regeneration.