is face wash and cleanser same - #27239
I am really confused about whether face wash and cleanser same thing or not. I mean, I’ve been using this gel-based face wash for my oily skin for ages, and it works okay! But I just bought a new product labeled as a 'cleanser' and thought, "Is face wash and cleanser same??" It looks kinda the same but feels a bit creamier. Last weekend, I used both in my routine, like, do I really need both? Sometimes my skin feels tight after washing, which makes me think I should be doing something different? Also, my friend swears by a cleanser for her dry skin, and I’m worried if I'm missing out on something better just by sticking to my old face wash. Some of the claims on these products get wild though! Like how a cleanser can do more than just clean, but is that real or just marketing? I’m getting mixed messages here!! Can someone clear this up for me? Is face wash and cleanser same or do they serve totally different purposes?? Thanks!
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