Cleanser or Face Wash? Choose Wisely!

Do you really need to use a cleanser, or can you just use a face wash?

It might not seem like a big deal, but if you're not using the right product, you could be doing more harm than good. So, which one should you use?

Here's what you need to know about “cleansers vs face wash”.

What are Cleansers?

Cleansers are a product used to gently clean your skin, remove dirt and makeup.

Cleansing the skin is essential because it helps prevent acne, reduces oil secretions, dissolves dirt that sticks to skin cells, moistens dry skin, removes dead skin cells that can flake off into tiny pieces, clog pores, and eliminates harmful microorganisms. Cleansers come in a variety of formulations: foaming, gel, and cream cleansers; cleansing bars and wipes for oily and sensitive skins; and exfoliating scrubs.

What are Face Washes?

A face wash is a type of skin cleanser, typically in the form of an exfoliating liquid. It is used to cleanse the face by deeply removing residues, such as sweat, dirt, makeup, oil, and bacteria. Face washes are usually used for oily and combination skin.

Face washes are used to help control acne and blackheads by removing excess dirt, oil, and dead skin cells. They also unclog pores, remove surface oils and improve the appearance of the skin's texture. The face wash will temporarily make the skin look or feel tighter after use.

Cleansers vs Face Wash

Cleansers work by removing impurities from the skin. They are desirable for all skin types because of their gentler nature. Cleansers can be a mixture of a surfactant, water, and moisturizer. They also increase the efficacy of other products applied afterward. Cleansers come in the form of cream or foam.

Face washes usually contain small grains which help to exfoliate dead skin. Face washes usually contain Alpha hydroxide, Beta hydroxide, or Polyhydroxy acids (AHAs). They are used only on oily skin as the chemicals dissolve oil better than any other ingredient found in cleansers. Face washes should not be used on sensitive skin because they may cause irritation.

Cleansers and face wash both have their own benefits. The cleansers are better on dry skin as they keep the skin moisturized. These also work best on sensitive skins because they do not cause irritation. Cleanser cleanses the skin more effectively and also increases the efficacy of other products whereas, face washes remove excess oil from oily skins, leaving them fresh and rejuvenated, but some face washes may strip normal to dry skins of moisture as well.

In conclusion, cleansers and face wash can be used interchangeably depending on what type of skin one has. But, if you have sensitive skin, then you should avoid using a face wash. Cleansers are great for all skin types!

Our Favorite Cleansers

There are different types of cleansers available in the market and the ones we recommend include:

Marine Volcanic Mud Cleanser

The marine volcanic mud cleanser combats oiliness and excessive shine to give a natural matt look. It contains cooling camphor that regulates bacteria, reduces inflammation, and heals the skin. It can be used in the morning and before bed to produce the best results focusing on the oily parts.

Marine Collagen Anti-aging cleanser

The Marine collagen anti-aging cleanser helps in deep cleaning the skin. It removes impurities, toxins, and excessive oil from the face. It has marine peptides that hydrate the skin and stimulate cell regeneration in order to prevent fine lines and wrinkles. It also can be used twice a day for instant results.

These are cruelty-free products by BelleCôte Paris made with perfect ingredients for your skin.