Celebrities are often exposed to long taping hours that can cause damage to their skin.
But how do they manage to look fresh?
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The first crucial step to any skin-care routine is a thorough cleansing.
Sometimes, facial wash can be more than enough especially after a tiring day or in a pinch during a busy morning.
A fresh, clean face (with some sunscreen) is the foundation for any look.
Here, PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) rounds up celebrity-approved facial cleansers and why they are top picks:
CETAPHIL BRIGHT HEALTHY RADIANCE
WHO LOVES THIS FACIAL CLEANSER?
Solenn Heussaff, Anne Curtis, Maine Mendoza, Bea Alonzo, Catriona Gray, Rabiya Mateo, AC Bonifacio
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT?
Cetaphil Bright Healthy Radiance line, including the cleanser, uses the GentleBright Technology.
The cleanser refines skin texture to a glowing finish—free of impurities.
It uses niacinamide and nourishing antioxidants to reduce dark spots.
GMA-7 actress Solenn Heussaff starts her beauty routine with this facial cleanser, which she revealed in her skin-care vlog on YouTube in September 2021.
In the video, Solenn said, "I like to keep my skin bare especially now that I'm home. I also like to stick to very simple routine. So I just wash my face with water, which I've done a while ago using this, my fave."
In an Instagram post last September 2022, Anne revealed what she loves about the product: "dermatologist recommended, good for sensitive skin, and instantly brings out my inner radiance!"
Where to Get It?
Lazada, PHP490 (100g), Shopee, PHP535, (100g)
Kiko Milano Pure Clean Micellar Gel
WHO LOVES THIS FACIAL CLEANSER?
Aubrey Miles
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT?
Its gentle and unique formula can remove all types of make-up without stripping the skin of moisture. It also has peony flower extracts, leaving the skin clean, soft, and smooth.
Aubrey attested to the effectiveness of the product at the opening of the first Kiko Milano branch in the Philippines.
She said, “I really love micellar cleansers. They remove a lot without you rubbing your face too much.”
WHERE TO GET IT?
Kiko Milano SM Mall of Asia, PHP352 (150ml)
OXECURE PH 5.5 GENTLE CLEANSER
WHO LOVES THIS FACIAL CLEANSER?
Bela Padilla, Richard Juan, Vern Enciso, Verniece Enciso
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT?
This cleanser prides itself of an ultra-mild, pH-balanced formula.
It has Encapsulated Salicylic Acid that gently exfoliates dead skin and Mangosteen Extract that reduces bacteria; thus, avoiding itchiness, irritation, flaking, and redness.
In an Instagram post last November 2022, Bela wrote about the product, "Their new and improved pH5.5 Gentle Cleanser deeply cleanses my skin and helps maintain its natural pH balance.
"I follow it up with their Ultra Gentle Moisturizer that moisturizes and soothes my skin without causing irritation! It doesn’t make my skin look dull, which is a super plus!"
Richard Juan, on the other hand, has been using this cleanser as basic to his simplified two-step skin-care routine.
WHERE TO GET IT?
Lazada and Shopee, PHP359 (200ml)
POND'S BRIGHT FACIAL FOAM
WHO LOVES THIS FACIAL CLEANSER?
Belle Mariano, Jane de Leon, Gabbi Garcia
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT?
A reliable brand when it comes to skin care, Pond's guarantees that its Bright Serum Facial Foam can remove stubborn dead skin cells with its tri-blend formulation of micro-exfoliating foams, Vitamin B3+, and Rosehip seed extract.
This facial foam is also Infused with 4D Hyaluronic Acid Complex that leaves the skin soft and supple.
Belle raved about the product at the launch of her collection with the clothing brand, Shein, revealing to PEP.ph, "I've been using Pond's, the pink one!"
And based on their Instagram posts, Darna star Jane de Leon and Encantadia (2016) actress Gabbi Garcia have been regular users of the foamy cleanser as well.
WHERE TO GET IT?
Lazada and Shopee, PHP182 (100g)
GARNIER BRIGHT COMPLETE FOAM
WHO LOVES THIS FACIAL CLEANSER?
Kim Chiu
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT?
Formerly known as the "Light Complete Foam," Garnier's Bright Complete Foam promises an instant boost of freshness and brightness through its Pure Lemon Extract that "intensively cleanse and clear dullness" of the skin.
In her vlog dated June 2021, Kim revealed she has been using this cleanser for her daytime and nighttime skin-care routines.
She said, "Di ba kapag bright yung face mo, mukhang fresh ka talaga. Tapos sobrang bango pa!"
She added, "Ang bango niya and malambot sa face. Plus, it has Pure Lemon Extract to intensely cleanse and clear dullness."
WHERE TO GET IT?
Lazada and Shopee, PHP95 (50ml)
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