
Cleansing Milk
A cleansing milk is a lightweight, non-foaming emulsion of fats and water designed to gently lift away dirt, makeup, and impurities without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier. Ideal for daily use, it leaves dry or sensitive skin deeply hydrated, plump, and soft. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Typically formulated with soothing botanicals like aloe vera, cucumber, or rose extracts, these creamy cleansers differ from traditional gels or foaming face washes because they do not contain harsh, drying surfactants. Instead, the milky lotion formula—often enriched with nourishing vitamins and lactic acid—dissolves daily grime and heavy makeup while respecting the skin's hydrolipidic film. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
How to use it:
Application: Dispense a coin-sized amount into your palms and massage it gently onto dry or damp skin in circular motions.
Removal: Unlike foaming cleansers that are vigorously splashed with water, a cleansing milk is generally wiped away with a damp cloth or a cotton pad, leaving a protective, moisturized layer on the skin. [1, 2]