Double cleansing isn’t an absolute must for everyone; however, it can be worth it under certain circumstances. For example, if you wear heavy or transfer-resistant makeup and a mineral-based sunscreen (those with active ingredients titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide), double cleansing ensures you remove both the makeup and the sunscreen, which means the leave-on skin care products that follow can better work their magic. You can also choose to double cleanse just on the days that you need it. Double cleansing can also help if you have very oily skin and find that your regular cleanser doesn’t remove enough excess oil, but a stronger single cleanser leaves your skin feeling tight and dry. It’s far better to use two gentle cleansers than one harsh, drying cleanser.