How Often Should You Really Wash Your Face?

How Often Should You Really Wash Your Face?

Morning vs Night – What’s Better for Your Skin?

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If you’ve ever wondered whether washing your face twice a day is too much—or not enough—you’re not alone.

At our clinic, this is one of the most common questions we hear from patients.

Let’s clear up the confusion.

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🧼 Should You Wash Your Face in the Morning?

Yes.

Even though your skin wasn’t exposed to pollution or makeup overnight, your face still produces oil, sweat, and dead skin while you sleep.

Skipping the morning wash can lead to:

• A greasy T-zone by afternoon

• Breakouts (especially if you’re acne-prone)

• Less effective skincare absorption

✅ What to use in the morning?

A gentle, non-drying face wash is best. Look for:

• Gel or foam cleanser for oily skin

• Cream or hydrating cleanser for dry skin

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🌙 What About Washing at Night?

Night-time cleansing is a must.

This is when you remove all the dirt, pollution, sunscreen, and makeup your skin has collected throughout the day.

If you don’t wash your face at night, those particles sit on your skin, clog pores, and speed up aging.

✅ Night Tip:

If you wear makeup or heavy sunscreen, try double cleansing:

1. Use a micellar water or cleansing oil first

2. Follow with your regular face wash

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🤔 Can You Wash Too Much?

Yes, over-washing is just as harmful as not washing enough.

It can:

• Strip your natural oils

• Dry out or irritate your skin

• Damage your skin barrier

💡 If your face feels tight or itchy after washing, your cleanser may be too harsh—or you’re washing too often.

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👩‍⚕️ Dermatologist’s Honest Advice (Dr. Rizwan says):

✅ Wash your face twice a day – once in the morning, once at night

✅ Don’t wash more than 2–3 times unless you’re sweating or exercising

✅ Use lukewarm water, not hot

✅ Always moisturize after cleansing

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🚫 When Not to Over-Wash:

• If your skin is already dry, irritated, or peeling

• If you’re using actives like retinol or acids – keep your cleanser gentle

• If you’ve just done a treatment (like chemical peel or laser) – follow post-care instructions

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🧴 Quick Product Tip:

If you’re confused about which face wash is right for your skin type, we’re happy to guide you in clinic—or via online consultation.

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Your skin doesn’t need a hundred steps. It just needs the right ones.

Start with a balanced cleansing routine, and you’ll already be ahead.

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📍 Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic – Shahjahanpur

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