what is difference between cleanser and face wash - #27623
I am really confused about my skincare routine lately. I've been using this cleanser for ages, and out of nowhere, my friend told me I should be using a face wash instead but didn't really explain what is difference between cleanser and face wash! I thought they were basically the same thing, but now I'm not so sure. The other day I went to the store and saw like a million options — gel cleansers, cream cleansers, foaming face washes, you name it! Anyway, my skin has been feeling super dry and irritated, maybe it's because I'm over-cleansing? I tried looking up what is difference between cleanser and face wash, but all I found was confusing stuff. I mean, do cleansers remove makeup better or are face washes like, meant for that? Sometimes I think my face wash just doesn't cut it because I still feel like I have leftover grime after using it, but could that mean I should just stick to a cleanser? I want to get it right! What is difference between cleanser and face wash, can anyone break it down for me in simple terms? Would love some help here before I end up trying every product on the shelf!
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