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You can splash water on your face with your hands, or wet a towel and use it to wet your face.
Wet your face before using the cleanser will make the cleanser easy to spread over your face and avoid overuse.

Use an optional cleanser. Use an appropriate amount for your skin type. Apply on face in a circular motion. Dab each spot a little cleanser. Continue rubbing in a circular motion for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Avoid using hand soap or bath soap. The facial skin is more sensitive than other parts of the body, so strong soaps can cause dry and red skin.
If you put makeup on, use a makeup remover first, especially around the eyes. Virgin coconut oil is an excellent natural makeup remover.

Gently exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation is the process of gently rubbing your skin to remove dirt and dead skin. Exfoliating every few times will keep pores from clogging and make skin brighter. Use an exfoliator or washcloth to scrub your skin in a circular motion, focusing on areas with dry or oily skin.

Exfoliating too often or too thoroughly will cause skin irritation. Only do a few times a week, and don't scrub your hands too hard. On days without exfoliation, skip this step when washing your face.
You can make your own scrubs with ingredients that are easy to find at home. Mix one teaspoon of honey, one teaspoon of granulated sugar, and one teaspoon of water or milk.

Rinse and pat dry. Use warm water to wash your face, you must rinse off the cleanser and exfoliating mixture. Use a towel to pat dry your skin. Do not scrub at this time, as doing so can create wrinkles and irritate the skin.

Use a little toner for smoother skin. Using a toner is optional, you can use it if you want smooth skin and small pores.

Many store-bought toners contain alcohol, which can dry out your skin. Look for non-alcoholic toners, especially if your skin is prone to chapping.
Natural toners work just as well as store-bought ones. Try mixing half of lemon juice with half water for a great astringent solution. Aloe vera, witch hazel and rose water also work very well.

Use lotion. Choose a facial cream and dab gently over the face. The lotion will protect your skin from dirt, keeping it fresh and radiant.

If you wash your face before bed, use a stronger lotion to help your skin heal overnight.
If you go out, use a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher to protect your face from the sun.

Method 2 of 3: Facial Wash for Acne Skin

Wash your face twice a day. Washing once in the morning and once in the evening is a good routine for acne skin. Washing your face in the morning will clear your face of bacteria that grow at night, while washing your face at night will clear your skin of sweat, dirt and makeup. Washing your face more than twice a day can cause dry and irritated skin.
- Many people with acne think that washing their face regularly will help their skin feel better, but that's not the case. Facial skin is very sensitive, washing the face a lot will cause the skin to be scratched and weakened.
- If you feel that your skin needs to relax between cleanses, you can use warm water on your face instead of using soap or other chemicals.
Use a cleanser specifically designed for acne skin. Conventional cleansers all contain substances that make acne worse. Chemicals, alcohol, and oils can irritate or block your pores, and these are things you must avoid while treating acne. Choose a cleanser specifically designed for acne skin types.
- It's not that acne-prone skin is always oily. Many people with dry skin also get acne. Choose a cleanser that is right for your skin and won't dry out your skin.
- If your acne is too severe, you should use a pharmaceutical cleanser with ingredients that kill the bacteria that clog pores. See your doctor for a prescription, or look for a cleanser that contains salicylic acid, sodium sulfacetamide (an antibiotic) or benzoy peroxide (BP).
Do not scrub your face. Many people with acne think that rubbing hard will make the pores no longer clogged. However, this will scratch the skin, irritate the skin and make acne worse. When you have acne, you must wash your face very gently. Exfoliation should also be gentle and do not rub your skin harshly.
- Instead of using an exfoliator, use a soft washcloth to massage the skin in a circular motion.
- Do not use a brush to scrub blemishes.
Avoid hot water. Hot water will cause your skin to become red and irritated, so use only warm water to wash your face. Do not use facial sprays that dilate pores when treating acne, as hot steam can make the problem worse.
Gently pat dry your skin. When you have acne, don't use a hard towel to scrub your skin. Use a soft washcloth to pat dry after washing your face. You have to wash the towels often so that the bacteria on it won't get into your skin while you dry your face.
Use an oil-free lotion. If your skin is prone to blemishes, it may be because your pores are easily blocked. Many people report that using an oil-free lotion will be very effective. If you are using an oil-based cream, try applying a small amount over a small area of skin and wait to see if there is any reaction before applying it to your entire face.
- Aloe vera soothes irritated skin and is a mild oil-free natural moisturizer.
- If your skin is oily, skip the skincare step or apply only to dry areas.
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Method 3 of 3: Facial Wash For Dry Skin

Wash your face once a day. If your skin is dry, washing your face more than once a day will make it even drier. Wash your face at night to remove makeup, dirt, and sweat before going to bed. In the morning, simply splash your face with warm water or wipe with a damp cloth instead of washing your face with the usual full routine. Always use moisturizer last to help your skin from cracking.
Use a mild soap or oil to wash your face. Dry skin dries out when washed, so choose a cleanser carefully. You should choose a cleanser specifically made for dry skin, or use oil to wash your face.
- To use oil, wet your face and use the oil you like (almond oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, coconut oil ...) Use a towel to massage in a circular motion and use warm water to wash your face.
- If you're planning on using commercially available cleansers, look for one that doesn't contain sodium laurel or laureth sulfate. These are cleansers that make your skin drier.
Exfoliate regularly. If your skin is dry to the point of flaking, you will need to exfoliate more than once or twice a week. Exfoliate every other day by rubbing a soft towel over dry skin in a circular motion. The most important thing is to both exfoliate dead skin without drying or irritation.
- If your skin is too dry, you can use oil to exfoliate it. Dip a soft napkin or cotton ball in coconut oil (or whatever oil you like). Rub the oil on your face in a circular motion. This will both exfoliate dead skin and moisturize the skin.
- Do not use loofahs, brushes or any other tools to scrub your face. Dry skin is more prone to scratches and wrinkles than oily skin, so be gentle with your skin.
Rinse off with warm or cold water. Hot water dries out your skin, so use only cool or warm water to wash your face. Too much water can also dry out your skin, so just splash it once or twice on your face. You can adjust the amount of water by wiping your face with a damp cloth instead of splashing it with water.
Pat dry your skin with a soft towel. Use a soft, spongy washcloth to gently absorb the skin to avoid stretching the skin too much. Pat dry your skin to prevent it from being scratched or flaky.
Use a moisturizer rich in moisture. Choose a skin cream specifically designed for dry skin to make your skin look fresh and moisturized.Natural or homemade lotions are great for dry skin as they do not contain chemicals that irritate and dry skin.
- Look for moisturizers that contain shea butter, cocoa butter or any other emollient oil to help dry skin.
- If your skin flakes off again within a few hours of washing your face, apply some coconut oil or aloe vera to relax your skin.
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Warning

Do not go to bed without makeup removal.
Do not reuse towels without washing them.
Do not over wash your face. This will wash away the body's natural mucus, causing the skin to produce more sebum.
If you have sensitive skin, always try a small patch of the product first. For example, you can rub it on your hands, wait 10 minutes to see if your skin is red or itchy.
When washing or exfoliating, always rub in a circular direction from bottom to top. Your skin will be massaged and stimulated blood circulation. Never pull the skin down.