What does washing with wipes for five days do to your skin?

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Whilst convenient, make-up wipes often contain alcohol and other harsh chemicals that can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and sensitivity,” says Dr Chandni Rajani, advanced aesthetics doctor and general practitioner. “The best way to remove make-up when you don’t have access to washing facilities is to use a water-free cream cleanser followed by a toner as a double cleanse to remove make- up and dirt from the skin.” Kanzen Skincare: Derma Acne Duo, £20 CeraVe Micellar Cleansing Water, £13, Sainsbury’s So festival skincare isn’t all or nothing. Sainsbury’s Source of Nature Hydrating Toner, £2.50 M&S Collection Apothecary Revive Day & Night Cream Duo, £20However, if you’re truly unable to part ways with your wipes, celebrity facialist Donna Ryan suggests, “when you get back to your normal skincare routine post-festival, I would advise that you book in for a facial or do a clay mask at home to help rebalance the skin.” Opting for a gentler and environmentally friendly option is also better than nothing. “This ensures the skin remains healthy and free from unwanted odours.” FreshWipes Unscented FreshWipes Antibacterial/Biodegradable Body Wipes – Fragrance Free, £5.99 So, simply subbing your wipes for micellar water and cotton pads maybe the best solution to avoid your skin becoming dry, itchy and more prone to sun damage.