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With options for all skin types.
Byrdie / Caitlyn Martyn / Jessica Juliao / Alyssa Kaplan
Its been a longtime best-seller in the category, and we can confirm that the hype is real.
The gel-to-foam texture spreads and lathers beautifully, creating a nice sensorial experience.
It always leaves my skin feeling balanced.
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It features coconut-based surfactants to cleanse as well as matcha andhemp seed oilfor antioxidant protection and hydration.
It was so soothing, and the soft texture and subtle cooling effect left our skin feeling refreshed.
It did an excellent job of thoroughly removing excess makeup and oil without leaving us feeling dry.
Byrdie / Alyssa Kaplan
I love that it doesn’t make my eyes sting!
Whilefoam formulasare typically more drying than cream cleansers, we found this relatively moisturizing.
Its fragrance-free and nonirritating, making it a nice option for all skin types, even sensitive skin.
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It has a unique gel texture thats pretty viscous without being heavy, making it easy to lather.
It doesn’t leave any residue.
My skin felt hydrated and not dried out."
Byrdie / Shannon Stubbs
Its formulated with moisturizingsqualaneandavocado oilto add a dose of nourishment to the skin while cleansing away impurities.
The Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cleanser also removed makeup wellnodouble cleanserequired.Its lightweight and perfect for morning and evening cleansing.
We were so impressed by this ones performance during testing.
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It has a soft, gel texture that spreads easily and feels cooling and refreshing on the skin.
It did a great job removing excess oil and dirt and left skin feeling soft and clean.
This can likely be attributed to thesalicylic acidin the formula, a well-known acne-fighting ingredient.
Byrdie / Kayla Friedman
The lack of potent actives and synthetic fragrances helps keep it from irritating reactive skin.
It has a creamy, slightly gel-like texture, and its formulated withhyaluronic acidandceramidesfor hydration andrepairing the skin barrier.
We were pleasantly surprised by how well it removed makeup.
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Although it doesn’t foam, it does leave my skin feeling balanced."
Its hydrating, non-stripping, and leaves the skin looking radiant and feeling balanceda winning combination for improving vibrancy.
The consistency is a lightweight, slippery gel that lathers nicely and feels soft and luxurious.
Byrdie / Dominique Hobdy Olibrice
It effectively removes makeup, cleanses excess oil and grime, leaving skin balanced and hydrated.
When I do the latter, I notice my skin is even softer afterward.
It’s way more hydrating than other foaming cleansers I’ve tried.
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My skin never feels tight afterward, just clean and fresh."
This pick from Kate Somerville is a fan favorite, and we love it, too.
Its powered by a blend of fruit enzymes, as well asglycolicandlactic acidsthat gently exfoliate.
Byrdie / Shannon Stubbs
It worked wonders on uneven skin texture, breakouts, and pores.
I believe that it helped clear up some existing acne.
My skin 100% looked and felt better after each use."
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This cleanser from Glow Recipe checks those boxes and more.
The texture is heavenlyits pillowy soft and oh-so creamy, making it truly enjoyable to massage across your face.
It effectively removes complexion makeup, excess oil, and dirt without drying the skin or creating a residue.
Byrdie / Dominique Hobdy Olibrice
It left our skin feeling balanced and comfortable.
We love everything about it except the packaging.
The product comes out of the opening too fast, leading to waste if youre not careful.
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But, we can look past this because the formula is so effective and such a pleasure to use.
I want to really stress how moisturizing this product is.
I think it’s a great option for people with drier skin."
Byrdie / Cher Checchio
After using it consistently, our testers skin felt balanced and had a bit of a glow to it.
The creamy texture effectively cleans my oily skin but is hydrating and leaves my complexion looking radiant."
Kayla Friedman, balanced skin:“The texture is out of this world.
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Perfect if youre feeling lazy at the end of the day (raises hand).
It can be a bit drying, but it did give us that deep-clean feeling.
Its quite functional and convenient.
Byrdie / Lauren Pardee
We love this one because it’s oil-free and lightweight without being overly drying.
It’s just one of those oldies but goodies.”
This is one we recommend for that.
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Testers with multiple skin types found this formula left their skin feeling healthy and balanced.
Our only con with this one is the packagingit can leak a bit even if the cap is locked.
It feels very soothing on the skin."
Byrdie / Ally Hirschlag
According to Dr. Henry, you should wash your face morning and night.
The short answer is theres no right answer.
Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.
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Byrdie / Lauren Pardee
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