The Best Face Cleansers for Every Skin Type

The foundation of a quality skincare routine is a good face cleanser. As someone with combination skin I have to rotate cleansers depending on the season and what my skin needs at the time. My skin gets so dry in these New York winters! On the other hand, if I use too much of an oil-based cleanser in the summer, I’ll break out easily. And then there’s being careful with what cleanser to use if I’m also using retinol as part of my routine.

I also have a few rules I strictly follow when cleansing my face, the first one being absolutely NO makeup wipes. They are harmful for the environment, do a horrible job wiping off makeup, and damage your skin with all the rubbing and pulling. Another rule I follow is to double cleanse, beginning with a cleansing balm. Cleansing balms are rich in moisturizing emollients and remove makeup very well. If I have on really heavy makeup, I’ll use an oil cleanser, which is extra gentle on the face. 

I’ve been through every cleanser on the market—in both high and low price points—and rounded up my favorites for you here! 

Gel Cleansers

Summer Fridays Super Amino Gel Cleanser

Indie Lee Purifying Face Wash — this one is amazing if you’re acne prone!

OSEA Ocean Cleanser

Youth to the People Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser

Cleansing Balms

Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Balm

Versed Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm — I always take the mini ones with me while traveling!

Oil Cleansers

OGEE Liquid Gold Cleansing Oil

Biossance Squalane + Antioxidant Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil

Cleansing Tools

FOREO LUNA Mini

Clarisonic Sonic Cleansing System

What are your favorite face cleansers? If you enjoyed this post, check out my top 10 skincare commandments

XoXo,

Azadeh