noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
washing one's face
Refers to the act of washing one's face, often as part of a daily routine. Commonly used in compounds like 洗面所 (washroom) and 洗面台 (washbasin).
朝起きたらまず洗面をする。
When I get up in the morning, I wash my face first.
洗面所で顔を洗った。
I washed my face in the washroom.
洗顔 specifically refers to facial cleansing, often with a cleanser, and is more common in skincare contexts. 洗面 is a broader term for washing one's face, typically with water, and is used in everyday routines.
Compound of 洗 (wash) and 面 (face). The reading is on'yomi, suggesting a Sino-Japanese origin.