How Often Should You Wash Your Face After 40? (And The Right Way To Do It)
Let’s clear something up:
More washing ≠ better skin.
In fact, over-cleansing is one of the biggest mistakes I see — especially as skin changes over time.
How Often Should You Wash Your Face?
Twice a day is enough.
Morning:
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refresh + prep skin
Evening:
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remove makeup + cleanse
Anything more can strip the skin.
Why This Matters More After 40
As we age, skin becomes:
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drier
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more sensitive
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more reactive
Over-cleansing can lead to:
❌ dullness
❌ dryness
❌ makeup sitting poorly
The Right Way To Wash Your Face
✔ Use lukewarm water
✔ Be gentle (no aggressive scrubbing)
✔ Pat dry — don’t rub
Simple, but it makes a difference.
Founder Tip
Your skincare directly affects how your makeup looks.
If your skin is stripped or dry:
→ foundation looks cakey
→ texture is more visible
The da lish Approach
Healthy skin = better makeup.
Always.
After cleansing, focus on:
✨ Hydra 7 → hydration boost (KEY product here)
✨ Foundation → applies smoother on hydrated skin
✨ Tinted Lip Balms → add life back into the face
✨ Non-sticky lip gloss → effortless finish
Final Thoughts...
Great makeup starts with great skin.
And most of the time… less is more.
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