Is a Cleansing Milk or Face Wash Best for Skin?

Deciding whether a face wash or cleansing milk is better to cleanse your face with is a long-debated question. It is one that most of us who are interested in skincare will have wondered at some point, and one that we receive queries about. The answer completely depends on your personal preference, although we tend to recommend a cleansing milk to those that have skin on the dry and sensitive side, and a face wash to those with skin more on the oily side.

At Nakin we generally prefer the use of natural cleansing milks over using face washes for skin on the dry and sensitive side, as they are more conditioning and kinder to skin. Although our Nakin Advanced Cleansing Milk is for all skin types and we have many customers with oily skin that love it. That’s not to say that our Rejuvenating Face Wash does not also have its place for all skin types, it is just a more thorough cleanse for the face and neck. Face washes are hugely beneficial for those that love really clean skin, and in some circumstances such as after a run or heavy gym workout, when skin will have a built up lots of sweat plus dirt and even mud sometimes. Both a cleansing milk and a face wash will do the essential job of cleansing skin from make-up, toxins, debris, sweat, oil, impurities and pollutants. In this sense both do an excellent job and are far more superior to cleansing than just using water.

Cleansing skin effectively is important for healthy glowing skin. This is because cleansing properly conditions the skin and removes dead skin cells, a build up of which leaves skin looking dull and tired. When skin is clear of impurities it also means that it can function as well as possible, so effective cleansing is incredibly anti-ageing for our face and neck.

For daily morning and evening facial cleansing we believe that cleansing milks and face washes both do an excellent job, and there is no hands down winner. It is more about the formula of the product, and the ingredients that are within it. For a cleansing milk we recommend our natural anti-ageing lotion like Nakin’s Advanced Cleansing Milk which we believe is one of the best face lotions available. The silky soft lotion formula of a cleansing milk means that powerful plant actives can be easily incorporated into the ingredients, and they are very beneficial to skin when applied to the face. So skin is left clear, fresh, soft and hydrated.

For a face wash we recommend our Nakin Revitalising Face Wash which has a foaming nature, but is still kind to skin with the huge amount of plant ingredients within it. It gives skin an excellent cleanse to leave it clear, fresh and bright.

There are of course benefits to using both a cleansing milk and a face wash as discussed below.

Benefits of Cleansing Milk

• Natural Cleansing Milks are mild on the skin
• Cleansing milks are kinder to skin
• Cleansing milks cause less skin sensitivity
• The lotion consistency allows for intense beautifying actives to be incorporated into the formula
• The massaging action of applying a cleansing milk helps to dislodge dirt and improve blood flow
• Cleansing milks will not strip skin of its natural oils
• Anti-Ageing Cleansing Milks will put actives and goodness back into skin
• Cleansing milks are more hydrating than face washes
• Cleansing milks do not leave skin feeling taut, dry and uncomfortable
• Cleansing milks are highly effective and more precise at removing make-up
• Most cleansing milks can be removed with cotton wool, a cloth or in the shower
• Cleansing milks are really adaptable and can be used anywhere without the need for a sink
• Cleansing milks are suitable for all skin types; from oily, dry, combination, normal and sensitive
• Cleansing milks leave skin fresh, glowing and conditioned

Benefits of a Face Wash

• Face washes are quick and easy to use when showering
• They can be removed just with water, or with a cloth
• Most face washes will give skin an exceptional cleanse
• If you like that really clean feeling on your skin, then a face wash might be the best choice for you
• Face washes are helpful after a run or heavy work out session
• Face washes are good for removing heavy grime, such as pollution
• Gentle natural face washes are kinder to skin than synthetic versions
• Face washes are suitable for all skin types, although might not be the best choice for dry and sensitive skin

We hope that you found our article useful on the differences between using a face wash and cleansing milk on your face. Of course, a lot of product choices come down to personal opinion and your lifestyle. If you love using a face wash and it leaves your skin looking fantastic, then this is the right choice for you. A lot of people use both a cleansing milk and a face wash in their daily skin care regime to get the benefits of both. The best thing that you can do is use a high quality natural product, as this will be kind and nourishing to your skin.

At Nakin we aim to help customers achieve beautiful skin at every age. Our cruelty free natural skincare contains everything that you need for a face care routine including products for cleansing and moisturising; plus treating skin with serum, oil, lip and eye care products. Find out more about us at www.nakinskincare.com Our full range is made in the UK and offers outstanding skincare, as can be seen from our amazing customer reviews and multi-award winning product range. The face care collection is kind to skin, and even for very sensitive complexions. If you need skincare advice then we are always happy to help, so please just get in touch, and we will do our best to advise you.