Makeup Wipes vs. Facial Cleanser — What Should You Use to Remove Makeup?

The Argument for Cleanser

“Whether or not it’s actually true, I am convinced that my face can only get clean if I wash it with soap and water. I’m so stuck in my cleanser ways, in fact, that I have willingly gone to bed without taking my makeup off if I don’t have a cleanser on hand (which I realize is highly counterintuitive and makes very little sense). But lathering up with a gentle cleanser and watching my makeup melt down the sink at the end of the day not only makes me feel refreshed, it’s also a calming ritual.

I’ve been using the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for years, and I can’t see myself straying from it anytime soon. The gentle, fragrance-free formula is ideal for my dry, sensitive skin, and the fact that it has a seal of acceptance from the National Eczema Association means I can feel comfortable using it even when I’m getting flare-ups. It contains three essential ceramides to help maintain the skin’s barrier as well as glycerin to draw in much-needed moisture. I’m committed to this cleanser all this way!” — Ariel Wodarcyk, Associate Editor