Its better not to wash your face in the morning

Question

To wash or to not wash your face—that is the question. Does it just depend on the skin type and genetics or could it benefit everyone not to wash your face in the morning?

Comments

The article claims that you shouldn’t wash your face in the morning because it removes the protective layer of sebum that helps guard against bacteria. While sebum does have benefits, Cleveland Clinic points out that it can also clog pores and lead to acne. CeraVe also recommends washing your face in the morning to remove dirt, sweat, and excess oil that builds up overnight. However, some experts say that not everyone needs to cleanse twice a day, since over-cleansing can cause dryness and irritation, especially for certain skin types. Doing something in the middle might be best like using just water or a gentle cleanser in the morning to avoid stripping the skin too much. While there is some truth to the article’s claim, the best routine depends on individual skin needs.
https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/should-you-wash-your-face-in-the-morning#:~:text=Washing%20your%20face%20in%20the,breakouts%20and%20other%20skin%20concerns

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I stand for this article. Dry face is not always bad for the skin when it comes to dryness and retaining real and natural oils. Using different oils and products you see on TikTok can be worse for your skin leading to breakouts. Having a routine every night is really key for having healthy skin and waking up feeling refreshed, not trying to freshen your skin in the morning.

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I think it depends on the person and their skin. According to this article it doesn't disagree nor does it agree but says it varies.

https://www.health.com/should-you-wash-face-morning-8597820

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Well the first red flag in this claim is the way the question was phrased; What is meant by the phrase "it is better to not wash your face in the morning"? I will assume the article is referring to it being better for your skin and that is false. Washing your face in the morning rids your skin of any dirt, oil, or other substance that may have remained on your face while asleep or from the day prior. This is especially true if you are an athlete or work out consistently, as sweat can cause bacteria to build on your face.

Article: https://www.byrdie.com/should-you-wash-your-face-in-the-morning-5101158

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“It’s better to not wash your face in the morning” is a claim that the original poster backed up with an article relating to a French pharmacist, who claimed cleaning your skin in the morning removes a layer of sebum your skin produces to protect itself.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, you should wash your face in the morning, no matter your skin type. Some points the AAD has for a morning wash is that it removes overnight buildup and prepares skin for products. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/care/face-washing-101
Sebum protects us from loss of moisture, infections, and friction damage. But, for the benefits, it’s important to note that your pores can get clogged with sebum, resulting in acne. (According to Cleveland Clinic). Sebaceous Glands: Function, Location & Secretion
People with sensitive skin or dryness issues like eczema though, washing your face twice a day may be drying. Carolyn Stull, board-certified dermatologist, told Health that with inflammatory skin conditions, “Stripping the skin of the natural lipids produced overnight can compromise skin barrier function, making the skin more susceptible to irritation.” (Health,https://www.health.com/should-you-wash-face-morning-8597820#:~:text=When%20it%20comes%20to%20how,and%20hair%20will%20build%20up.”)
Everyone's skin is different and unique. I believe it is different for everyone, as there are benefits and/or drawbacks to washing your skin twice a day or not.

Answer 1

The main idea of this article is that you should skip washing your face in the morning. In the text they mention an article by a French pharmacist, Natacha Bonjout’s. In her article she says to “skip your morning cleanse.” I did some more research and came across an article by CeraVe. In the article it says, “Washing your face in the morning is not bad for your skin. In fact, it’s an essential part of any well-rounded skincare routine. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends washing your face in the morning, before bed, and after sweating—regardless of your skin type.¹ According to the AAD, cleansing your face in the morning serves an important purpose: It washes away bacteria, sweat, and dirt that can settle on your face overnight.² Lathering up in the A.M. also helps you start your morning skincare routine with a clean canvas—allowing for optimal product absorption. It helps prep your skin for morning skincare essentials (like your sunscreen) and removes any leftover product from the night before.” After reading this article from a leading skin care brand it leads me to believe that the Vogue article is false. 

Answer 2

The main idea of this article is that you should skip washing your face in the morning. In the text they mention an article by a French pharmacist, Natacha Bonjout’s. In her article she says to “skip your morning cleanse.” I did some more research and came across an article by CeraVe. In the article it says, “Washing your face in the morning is not bad for your skin. In fact, it’s an essential part of any well-rounded skincare routine. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends washing your face in the morning, before bed, and after sweating—regardless of your skin type.¹ According to the AAD, cleansing your face in the morning serves an important purpose: It washes away bacteria, sweat, and dirt that can settle on your face overnight.² Lathering up in the A.M. also helps you start your morning skincare routine with a clean canvas—allowing for optimal product absorption. It helps prep your skin for morning skincare essentials (like your sunscreen) and removes any leftover product from the night before.” After looking at an article from a skin care brand it leads me to believe that the Vogue article is false. 

https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/should-you-wash-your-face-in-the-morning#:~:text=The%20American%20Academy%20of%20Dermatology,regardless%20of%20your%20skin%20type.&text=According%20to%20the%20AAD%2C%20cleansing,settle%20on%20your%20face%20overnight.

Answer 3

I think its better to wash your face in the morning then to not. I think this because your face gets really oily and dirty after a nights sleep and to counteract that you wash your face. 

https://www.health.com/should-you-wash-face-morning-8597820

Answer 4

I found the claim in this article to be inaccurate. First, I traced the source of this article and found that all of the claims in it were sourced from a French pharmacist, Natacha Bonjout. Then I researched Bonjour’s credibility. I came across the fact that she has been researching skin for 15 years and created a formula for a product that helps skin repair itself. Bonjout claims that, “Cleansing your skin in the morning removes the delicate layer of sebum that your skin produces overnight to protect itself from external factors..” Next I researched articles that support this claim. I discovered an article from health claims that choosing to wash your face in the morning is dependent on the individual's skin type. Some people with a more oily skin type could benefit from washing their face in the morning while those with dryer skin could benefit from skipping the face wash in the morning. This information was backed by Stacey Tull, MD, MPH, board-certified dermatological surgeon and owner of St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery. Based on this, I do not believe that the claim in this article is completely accurate.
 

https://www.health.com/should-you-wash-face-morning-8597820

Answer 5

The claim originally made by Natacha Bonjout’s Beauty Secrets and then later expanded on by Kiana Murden in this Vogue article claims that you should not wash your face in the morning because “Cleansing your skin in the morning removes the delicate layer of sebum that your skin produces overnight to protect itself from external factors, like pollutants or bad bacteria”, after further research into sebum I found that Boujout’s reasoning behind not wanting to remove this layer from your skin in the morning reasonable because sebum “is a natural lubrication that protects your skin from Things that rub against your skin that can cause damage (friction), Moisture loss or brittle hair, Infections caused by bacteria or fungi” (Chicago Clinic, 2022). But overall, there are reliable sources that counter this claim. One example is from the American Academy of Dermatology, which opposes the idea of washing your face once per day and states that you should wash your face twice a day and after sweating. I would say that this claim is true on a case-by-case basis because all people have different skin types, and someone with super dry skin has different need than someone with more oily skin.

Answer 6

This claim is neither true or false. The website cerave says that washing your skin in the morning is not bad and can be beneficial. The website says that washing your skin in the morning can remove sweat and dirt that settles on your face during the night. An article that disagrees with this is vogue they say that it is better to leave the sebum that is on your face in the morning.

Answer 7

There is no yes or no answer to this question because it varies from person to person. 

In this Health article, a dermatologist explains that "Though facial cleansing is an important way to remove excess oil, dead skin cells, and other debris, some people may not need to cleanser twice a day." Additionally, morning facial cleanses vary on skin types. Dermatologist Carolyn Stull writes, "For some people - particularly with acne-prone or oily skin- face washing twice a day might be beneficial." In reality it just depends on the person and what type of skin they might have. 

https://www.health.com/should-you-wash-face-morning-8597820

Answer 8

This article claims that it is actually harmful to wash your face in the morning. It claims that it removes the delicate and protective layer of sebum that your skin creates overnight. Sebum is the oily substance on your face that protects your pores from pollutants or bad bacteria and acts as a shield for your face. Clevelandclinic.org fully breaks down what the sebum does and also states that sebum can clog pores and cause acne. It also gives advice on how to keep your layer of sebum healthy and has advice like skin care to use, for example, a gentle daily cleanser. The Vogue article also says that because the daily morning wash is being skipped the skin should be washed with much more importance at night to clean all of the days bacteria and pollutants. Cleveland clinic does not give a full breakthrough of when to clean the skin so there isn't any information to support or disprove the more important night wash. It should also be noted that the source for this article is an interview conducted by Vogue. With this information I feel that this article is reliable and gives good information on the sebum and how to take care of it.

Sources: https://www.vogue.com/article/french-pharmacist-beauty-secrets

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/24538-sebaceous-glands

Answer 9

This statement has many bias opinions behind it. It is such a personal issue that no article can quite prove right nor wrong. Most articles that I’ve looked at have been skin care brands that are promoting their product. However, I found one article that was personal to the author Madeleine Dalisay. She claimed that when she cut skin care out of her routine, her skin dramatically. Many articles, such as this one do not have a scientifically, proven fact to back up the claim. My mom is an aesthetician and focuses on the nature of skin and skin care. She tells me time and time again. You have to wash your face twice a day. So I’m very biased towards washing your face in the morning and at night. The claim did specify in the morning. Which isn’t completely cutting out skin care, but instead suggesting only at night. In conclusion, I believe at this claim cannot be proven true or false. 

https://theeverygirl.com/washing-face-in-the-morning/

Answer 10

In the Vogue article provided, our writer, Kiana Murden, writes about her reasoning on skipping her morning cleanse due to a French pharmacy secret. Her reasoning is based on Natacha Bonjout’s explanation to Vogue on how, “Cleansing your skin in the morning removes the delicate layer of sebum that your skin produces overnight to protect itself from external factors, like pollutants or bad bacteria.” However, in another article written by Cerave, a company that specializes in skin care, they explain how the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends washing your face in the morning because it washes away bacteria, sweat, and dirt that can collect throughout the night. This is important because in another research done by Lela Lankerani, a Board Certified Dermatologist, she explains how, “Excessive dirt build up on the surface can cause blockages of the follicle, trapping sebum, sweat, and dead skin cells. The lack of sebum on the skins surface allows bacteria to penetrate the follicle causing inflammation. The final result is acne.” In conclusion, although Natacha Bonjout’s information about the importance of the layer of sebum is true, based on the information provided by Cerave and Lela Lankerani, the claim “It’s better not to wash your face in the morning” is not completely true. Although skipping a morning cleanse may be more beneficial for some individuals than others, dermatologists would suggest and recommend people cleansing in the morning to prevent bacteria, dirt buildup, and acne formation. 

References: https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/what-is-double-cleansing

https://www.vogue.com/article/french-pharmacy-morning-cleanse

https://www.westlakedermatology.com/blog/skin-cleansing-101-why-washing-your-face-is-important/