Korean Professional Aesthetic Cleansing Technique
with Dr. Sante
Cleansing is the very first step of skincare and the first physical touch your client experiences during a treatment. It sets the tone for the entire facial and helps build trust from the very beginning. Here are some Korean cleansing techniques and professional tips to elevate your treatments.
Lip & Eye Makeup Remover
For clients wearing makeup, always begin by removing eye and lip makeup thoroughly.
Even when clients arrive without visible makeup, there may still be traces of makeup residue from the previous day, along with impurities around the eyes. Taking the step to cleanse the eye and lip area ensures a more complete and professional cleansing process.
Cleansing Milk
Cleansing milk is suitable for all skin types, including oily, dry, acne-prone, and sensitive skin. It is often recommended as a gentle daily cleanser for home care, especially for sensitive skin.
This is also the first stage where the esthetician’s hands make direct contact with the client, making it one of the most important moments to create a positive first impression.
In Korean skincare treatments, specialized cleansing massage techniques are often incorporated during this step. This allows clients to immediately experience professional care while enjoying a relaxing, massage-like sensation from the beginning of the treatment.
Dr. Sante Cleansing Milk features a rich, non-dripping texture that provides excellent glide during cleansing. Formulated with Chamomile Water and Azulene, it helps calm the skin, minimize irritation, and effectively remove makeup and impurities.
Cleansing Gel
The cleansing gel helps remove excess oil, impurities within the pores, and any residue left behind after the first cleanse.
For sensitive, reactive, or heat-damaged skin, combining a special mousse cleansing technique with a brush technique can help encourage gentle lymphatic circulation while soothing skin redness and heat.
Mix Dr. Sante Active Cleansing Soother (Cleansing Gel) and Dr. Sante Soother Toner in a 4:6 ratio inside a foaming pump bottle. Shake well before use. The formula transforms into a rich mousse texture, allowing for an even gentler and lighter cleansing experience while maintaining excellent cleansing performance.
Toner
A proper cleansing routine isn’t complete until the skin is balanced and refreshed with toner.
Dr. Sante’s Semi-Gel Toner Pads are made from Bamboo High-Bo Sheet material, offering excellent adherence to the skin while providing a gentler experience than traditional cotton pads. Simply saturate the toner pads with Dr. Sante Soother Toner before use. They can be used to gently wipe away any remaining impurities or applied as a soothing mini-mask after cleansing to quickly calm irritated skin.
Before applying makeup, place toner-soaked pads on the skin for a few minutes. This helps hydrate and soothe the skin, creating the perfect canvas for smoother, longer-lasting makeup application.
Professional cleansing is more than removing impurities — it’s the first opportunity to deliver comfort, expertise, and visible skin benefits from the very beginning of the treatment.

