The Best Face Wash for Men

Because skincare is not one-size fits all, we gathered the top face washes. For normal skin, what works is sometimes harsh and drying for sensitive skin. Gentler products with soothing ingredients are better for sensitive skin. They will prevent irritation, overdrying, and breakouts.

It can be tempting to use a harsh cleanser. You may have experienced that “tight” feeling as your skin pulls across your cheekbones while you scrub it off. This is a sign that your cleanser is too strong, and can cause skin damage. These picks are gentler than a lamb. These products range from milky washes to on-the-go wiping, to oil-eliminating powders and even pore-clearing powders. There’s sure to be a product that suits your skin and eliminates any unwanted impurities. After you have found the right face wash for you, it’s time to find a moisturizer that works well with your skin and some UV-blocking sunscreen.

The Best Face Wash

One-step cleansing for the skin with Philosophy purity

Philosophy’s insanely popular cleanser –seriously, go through the reviews!–remains a hallmark for eco-conscious skin care. Its secret sauce? The brand’s meadowfoam seed oil, an antioxidant-rich formula suitable for all skin types and sourced from the imprint’s extensive roster of environmentally-minded suppliers.

The Best Regimen-Replacing Facewash

IS Clinical cleansing system

You should do more than just wash your face. If your roving apothecary for beauty products explodes in a duffel, or you are in a pinch to do it all again, IS offers a cleansing complex that is pretty close to the entire thing. Willow bark is a natural exfoliant that unclogs pores and antioxidants protect against free radicals. All of this works overtime to smoothen your skin.

The Best Gentle Face Wash

Caldera + Lab, the cleanser for your slate

Our Grooming Award-winning cleanser won top honors for its remarkable ability to clean your cup without irritating or making it tighter.

The Best Facewash for Dry Skin

Clarins Velvet Cleansing milk

Both dry and sensitive skin are often lumped together. They react negatively to many “normal” products and can become parched or reddened. This cleansing milk not only removes toxins and grime but also leaves the skin feeling hydrated.

The Best Face Wash to Combat Oil

Kiehl’s foaming calendula cleaner

Calendula-enriched cream-gel cleanser softens and strengthens skin, while washing away grease. This cleanser is suitable for oily skin. To get rid of all the extra dirt and grime, you will need a cleanser that balances your skin and doesn’t strip it of its moisture. The solution is Kiehl’s and its calendula cleansing soap.

The Best Non-Traditional Facial Wash

Jaxon Lane enzyme face wash

Some cleansers may not be liquid. To create a gentle exfoliating lather, you need to mix a few drops water into your hands. This powder uses papaya and pineapple exfoliating enzymes to remove dead skin cells and reveal the best complexion. It also contains vitamins C, E and B5 which combine to create a soft, smooth and bright complexion.

The Best Drugstore Facewash

Cetaphil gentle daily scrub

Although it’s easy for people to be skeptical about mass-produced skincare products, sometimes the best and most cost-effective option can also be the easiest and most efficient. This hypoallergenic foaming cleanser does not contain any dyes or soaps. This drugstore staple won’t dry your skin.

The Post-Sun Pick

The Body Shop Aloe Cream Cleanser

Multi-tasking cream cleanser with aloe vera to moisturize and soothe skin. This cream is a great addition for your skin after a long day in the sun. It can be used on any sunburnt area, even though it is formulated for the skin.

The Dermatologist’s Choice

Revision Skincare gentle cleansing lotion

Dr. Heather Rogers, a dermatologist I trust the most for product recommendations, recommends Revision’s gentle cleanser to patients with sensitive skin. It contains apple amino acids that lift oil and then soothes and moisturizes using chamomile, algae and other extracts.

After Shaving

Fulton & Aftershave cloths by Roark

These cloths are part cleanser and part toner. They gently balance the skin after every shave. These cloths clean and disinfect pores using witch hazel and tea tree oil, and soothe sensitive skin with eucalyptus. Even if you don’t shave, you can take them with you to the gym for an occasional refreshment or for mid-day relaxation.

Plus, 5 more Face Washes We Love

Murad Clarifying Cleanser

Exfoliating is important for acne-prone people. Murad’s cleanser can help to remove existing blemishes, prevent new ones from forming down the line, and soothe your skin.

Avene Antirougeurs cleanser

This face wash is creamy and pillowy, and erases redness just like you feel on a whiteboard.

The Inkey List salicylic Acid Acne + Pore Cleanser

We can’t get enough pimple-clearing magic thanks to the strategic use of salicylic acids and its sweet, sweet price.

CeraVe hydrating face cleanser

CeraVe’s affordable cleanser is a fan favourite packed with ceramides, which will help lock in moisture when you need it.

Face cleanser made from fresh soy, Sephora

Fresh’s beloved, fragrance-free cleanser is full of soothing ingredients such as aloe vera to protect your skin against the harsh irritants found outdoors.

La Roche-Posay hydrating gentle cleanser

France’s gentlest cleanser, at least, is probably glycerin. This humectant keeps your skin hydrated, but not oily, and will make it look fresh.

Dermalogica ultracalming cleanser

Dermalogica’s cleanser will suit you if you prefer your skin to be washed the same way as water, but with a splash of lavender and mint. Dermalogica’s creamy, soft formula will lather on easily and leave your skin feeling nourished after application.