You Don’t Need to Splurge on Face Wash. But This One Is Actually Worth the $40.

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If you asked me which skin-care products would be worth splurging on, I wouldn’t say face wash.In fact, I might put cleansers at the bottom of the list — instead prioritizing items like retinol or high-tech devices. Simply put, most affordable cleansers will get the job done, and you don’t need to spend more than $10 to $15 on one to achieve clean skin.But if you asked me to name my favorite face wash, I would tell you the truth: It’s $39, and it’s worth every penny.My love affair with the Youth To The People Superfood Cleanser began in 2018. In the aisles of Sephora, I was drawn to its subtly captivating glass packaging and its title, which sounded more like a green juice than a face wash. I brought it home, and I was excited to see it stand tall and chic by my sink. And after using it just once, it became a mainstay in my routine. I’ve since tried dozens of facial cleansers, but the Superfood Cleanser is where my devotion lies — even though we didn’t name it a Wirecutter-pick cleanser.