The Power of Microfiber Cleansing: How It Works with fjör's Hydrolytic® Products

Mar 06, 2025

The Power of Microfiber Cleansing: How It Works with fjör's Hydrolytic® Products

In the world of skincare, cleansing is often seen as the foundation of a healthy routine. But what if we told you that you don’t need an elaborate, multi-step cleansing process to maintain healthy skin? At fjör, we advocate for a simpler, microbiome-friendly approach: cleansing with just water and a microfiber cloth. This gentle yet effective method complements our Hydrolytic® skincare products, working in harmony to protect and enhance your skin’s natural ecosystem.

Contents of this article

Why Choose Microfiber for Cleansing?
How Microfiber Cleansing Works with fjör’s Hydrolytic® Skincare
The Minimalist Approach for Maximum Skin Health
Your Questions, Our Priority

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Key takeaways from this article

Microfiber cleansing removes impurities gently without stripping the skin, preserving its natural oils and microbiome balance.
fjör’s Hydrolytic® products work synergistically with microfiber cleansing to enhance hydration and support skin microbiome diversity.
A minimalist routine with microfiber and microbiome-friendly skincare reduces irritation, strengthens the skin barrier, and promotes long-term skin health.

Why Choose Microfiber for Cleansing?

Traditional cleansers often contain surfactants and preservatives that can strip the skin of its natural oils and disrupt its microbiome. Even so-called gentle cleansers may alter the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria, leaving your skin more vulnerable to irritation and dehydration.

Microfiber cloths, on the other hand, offer a different approach:

Deep Cleansing Without Harshness: Microfiber is designed to trap dirt, oil, and makeup within its ultra-fine fibers, effectively removing impurities without the need for harsh surfactants.
Preserves Skin’s Natural Oils: Unlike foaming cleansers that can strip the skin, microfiber cleansing leaves behind the skin’s natural lipid barrier, keeping it hydrated and resilient.
Supports Microbiome Diversity: By avoiding traditional cleansers, you prevent the over-removal of beneficial bacteria that play a crucial role in skin health.
Gentle Yet Effective Exfoliation: The fine texture of microfiber provides a light exfoliation, helping to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture without damaging the skin barrier.

How Microfiber Cleansing Works with fjör’s Hydrolytic® Skincare

Our Hydrolytic® skincare products are designed to work in tandem with your skin’s natural processes, reinforcing the skin’s microbiome and optimizing hydration. Here’s how they pair perfectly with microfiber cleansing:

Cleansing with Water and Microfiber: Simply dampen a microfiber cloth with lukewarm water and gently wipe your skin to remove impurities. This method ensures a clean surface while maintaining microbiome integrity.
Applying Hydrolytic® Serum: With your skin refreshed but not stripped, our Hydrolytic® Enzyme technology gets to work, increasing skin microbiome diversity and enhancing hydration without needing to overcompensate for lost moisture.
Sealing in Moisture with Hydrolytic® Moisturizer: Because your skin’s natural barrier remains intact, our moisturizer works more effectively, locking in hydration for lasting comfort and resilience.

The Minimalist Approach for Maximum Skin Health

By simplifying your cleansing routine, you’re allowing your skin to function as it was designed to—balanced, resilient, and naturally healthy. Pairing microfiber cleansing with fjör’s Hydrolytic® products means:

Less irritation and sensitivity
More balanced hydration levels
A healthier, more diverse microbiome

Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, less is more—and when it comes to supporting your skin’s natural defenses, a simple microfiber cloth and the right microbiome-friendly formulas make all the difference.

Your Questions, Our Priority

What is fjör?

fjör is a microbiome skincare brand from Scandinavia, designed to boost skin health by enhancing microbiome diversity. Using innovative Hydrolytic® Enzyme technology, fjör supports sensitive skin with a minimalist approach, focusing on resilience, hydration, and balance for a naturally radiant complexion.

Can the skin microbiome regenerate if it becomes unbalanced?

Yes, the skin microbiome is dynamic and can recover when given the right conditions. Supporting it with gentle skincare, reducing environmental stressors, and following a microbiome-friendly lifestyle can help restore balance.

What can I do to maintain a balanced skin microbiome in my daily life?

You can maintain a healthy skin microbiome by using gentle, microbiome-friendly skincare products, avoiding harsh cleansers or antibacterial soaps, and protecting your skin from over-exfoliation. Spending time in nature, staying hydrated, and eating a balanced diet also contribute to a thriving microbiome.

How can I tell if my skin microbiome is unbalanced?

Signs include heightened sensitivity, redness, dryness, premature ageing or frequent issues like breakouts or irritation.

How do microbes protect the skin?

Microbes create a natural barrier that defends against harmful bacteria, reduces inflammation, and maintains hydration.

How do I prevent fine lines and wrinkles without retinol?

Hydration is key. Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, ceramides, and peptides help plump and firm the skin. Enzymatic exfoliation also enhances the penetration of peptides, allowing them to work more effectively to support collagen production.

Is the Hydrolytic® Enzyme safe for sensitive skin?

Yes. Thanks to its gentle exfoliating action, the Hydrolytic® Enzyme is often better tolerated than harsher actives. It is clinically tested for sensitive skin. Even so, start slowly and perform a patch test to ensure your skin adapts well.

Can I layer the Hydrolytic® Enzyme with other skincare products?

Absolutely. It pairs well with hydrators such as hyaluronic acid or soothing agents like ceramides. Introduce one new product at a time and avoid layering multiple potent actives to reduce the risk of irritation.

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