Should you always wash your face before applying skin care?
A dermatologist is here to explain the ins and outs.
By the end of the day, I was exhausted and couldnt bare to wash my face.

But, I still slathered on myDr.
Naomi One Night Stand overnight maskand then hopped into bed.
According toMarisa Garshick, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City, it depends.

board-certified dermatologist atMedical Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgeryin New York
In this case, the best choice is obviously to wash your face.
Say all thats on your face is residue from the skin care you applied 12 hours ago.
But if theres a day when thats not possible, its not the end of the world.

A one-time occurrence is not necessarily gonna make or break your skin, says Dr. Garshick.
But, the act of removing buildup is very important.
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