Cleaning Your Face Too Often Actually Causes Acne, Here's the Explanation

Dream - The most important skincare routine is cleansing your face. Other skincare products will not be effective or even cause skin problems if you haven't used facial wash.

Some people are lazy to clean their faces because they have to do double cleansing with micellar water or cleansing balm or oil and facial wash.

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This is necessary to clean makeup to ensure that there are no leftover products on the face after using facial wash. Some also argue that double cleansing should be done after using waterproof sunscreen.

However, other sources state that regular facial cleansers are sufficient to remove sunscreen with various formulas. So, you don't need to do it unless you are wearing makeup.

The Effects of Cleaning Your Face Too Often

Although it is very important, according to Dermatologist Hari Darmawan, cleaning your face too often can also cause various skin problems. Especially if you also do double cleansing. Here are the effects that can occur due to cleaning your face more than twice a day in the morning and evening.

1. Causes Dry Skin

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"Frequent face washing causes the facial skin to feel tight. This is a sign that the lipid barrier in the skin layer has been damaged due to frequent face washing with unsuitable soap," he explained in one of his posts.

Using facial wash that suits your skin type and needs can also cause similar effects if used more than 2 or 3 times a day. Especially if you have dry or sensitive skin.

So, use facial wash sparingly and make sure the product can maintain the hydration and natural oils of the skin. "Healthy facial skin is one that still has a layer of oil with balanced hydration and sebum levels".

2. Disrupting the Skin's pH

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In addition to natural oils or sebum, the skin's pH also needs to be maintained to keep it balanced. Healthy skin has a pH between 4.2-5.5. The same goes for the scalp.

The acidity level of the skin functions to maintain moisture and protect it from bacteria and viruses. Cleaning your face too often can disrupt the pH balance of the skin. So, your face may feel drier and more prone to various problems such as blackheads, acne, or bumps.

3. Irritating the Skin

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Soaps with certain ingredients can cause irritation if used too often. Your skin will not only be irritated but also dry, red, and flaky. So, be careful when using skincare products and use them sparingly to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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