According to Dr. Zeichner, there are only a few instances where this might be needed. “If you have heavy soiling or makeup on the skin, then a double or even a triple cleanse may be needed to remove it fully,” he says. Perhaps you’re wearing sunscreen, long-wear foundation, powder, and a setting spray to lock everything in. A double cleanse — using micellar water followed by a water-based cleanser — is a solid option, but if you still notice makeup after drying your face, adding a gentle cream cleanser — like one of the three above — can help remove the remaining residue. Unless you’re layering that much product every day, though, a full triple cleanse isn’t really necessary, says Dr. Zeichner.
