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For some people, dry skin can be a year-round struggle.

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This cream-based cleanser removes impurities and excess surface oils while soothing and calming the skin, she says.

It’s akin to cuddling your face in a blanket of skin-softening goodness.

The water-activated small squares dissolve in your palms and produce a lovely lather once you rub your palms together.

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These little squares are a total game-changer,saysshopping editorAngela Trakoshis.

you’ve got the option to immediately feel your skin start to become clean.

Its powerful enough to remove any makeup or debris from the day but doesnt strip my skin of moisture.

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(Of course, you still need to follow up withmoisturizer!)

The product is one of our top recommendations forsensitive skin, too, as it contains soothingallantoinand aloe.

So you’ve got the option to consider this a win-win.

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This cleansers ingredient list is short and sweet, with skin-plumping hydrating glycerin at the top.

This cocktail of antioxidant-rich ingredients also includes green tea extract, chamomile extract, and glycerin.

Best of all is the size, if youre buying in bulk.

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Youll also find medical-grade silver with antibacterial properties to protect the skin barrier.

We love a mini face mask moment.

Still, many foaming face washes exclude those types of ingredients (double check your ingredient lists!

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Hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formulas will be your best bet for sidestepping potential irritation.

How often should people with dry skin wash their face?

at least once a day, as bacteria and environmental debris can accumulate on the skin through daily exposure.

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