One of the most important items within your beauty repertoire isn't that volumising mascara or long-lasting lipstick, neither is it that hardworking moisturiser or overnight treatment; in fact it's without a doubt your cleanser. Removing your makeup well is the most effective way of looking after your skin and ensuring it remains radiant, reducing inflammation and irritation by removing the daily build-up of dirt, makeup and general grime. You can spend all the money in the world on expensive face creams and innovative serums, but if you're not cleansing effectively and removing the dead skin that can block pores, then they won't be able to penetrate deep down enough to really make an impact. I'm often asked which cleansers I'd recommend, so these six are the products that will always get my vote - and are more often than not by my bathroom sink.
 
Kiehl?s Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil (£32.00)
Enriched with Evening Primrose Oil, Lavender Essential Oil and rich in Omega-6 Fatty Acids, this lightweight and subtly scented oil is perfect for a pre-bedtime cleanse. It effortlessly glides over skin to lift away makeup, without any tightness or overloading the complexion, leaving my face feeling incredibly supple. You need just a couple of pumps massaged into the face, so this huge bottle lasts months. (I've actually left my bottle at my mum's so I know there's always a fab cleanser on hand when I stay overnight!)

Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm (Â...