cleanser or face wash which is best - #28475
I am kinda confused about whether a cleanser or face wash which is best for my skin type. I've had this ongoing battle with acne and dry patches, and my skin feels super oily in some places and dry in others. A couple of weeks ago, I tried a new face wash that a friend recommended, and it made my skin feel all tight and dry, ugh. Then, I read online about how a facial cleanser might be more gentle, but I have no idea if that would even work for me. Do I really need to swap face wash for a cleanser? I mean, I always thought face wash was just the same thing, just different names, but maybe I’m wrong?? I noticed some cleansers say they're hydrating, but how do I know they won’t just make my oily zones worse? And then there’s the whole thing of exfoliating – should I be doing that too while deciding between a cleanser or face wash which is best? It’s so overwhelming, and I want to be sure I’m not making my skin worse. Any input?
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