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Plant-based formulas for squeaky-clean pores.
Byrdie / David Hattan
Reading beauty product labels can be a perplexing experience.
So, its no surprise that dermatologists notice an increased demand foringredient transparencyand a preference for morenatural beauty formulas.
Natural formulations tend to have shorter, more understandable ingredient lists, explainsDr.
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Ahmad Chaudhry, M.D.of Scandinavian Biolabs.
We then combined those results and insights with intel from a board-certified dermatologist before naming these our favorite formulas.
It froths up nicely and left our complexion feeling clean and residue-free after rinsing.
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David, tester, age 63 with balanced skin
The cleanser was outstanding to use.
It was very gentle and did not feel like it stripped my face of natural oils.
I was able to use this both morning and night on a daily basis.
Byrdie / Trevor Kauf
I also liked the effectiveness of the face wash.
I always felt clean and refreshed after using it!
It foams up well and takes off all the makeup/sunscreen from the day.
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They can even stimulate collagen production in some cases.
It was super gentle; a great first step in our skincare routine.
It’s definitely gentle enough for daily use.
Byrdie / Sarah Naftzger
The cleanser comes out thick, but once she added water, it lathered like a dream.
She also appreciated that it wasnt heavily scented.
I wear pretty natural makeup and it all came off well with the cleanser.
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I didn’t even need to use my make-up remover pads for my mascara.
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Never used apowder cleanserlike this one?
My face felt glowy after using it.
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It smelled overly sweet for her taste.
I believe it made my skin softer, too.
It could be a coincidence, but the face wash genuinely seemed to help.
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But its not necessarily a smell you want slathered all over your face.
If youre looking for a cleanser thats gentle and effective on all skin types, we recommend this one.
My skin looked nice afterward; it smoothed out my complexion.
Byrdie / Ava Wegner
Alexa, tester, age group 25-34 with combination/sensitive skin
It made my skin feel refreshed and glowy overall.
And my skin definitely felt smoother.
Theres no stripped-dry feeling after using this cleanser; her skin was soft, supple, and dewy-looking.
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Byrdie / Jordan Provost
Jordan, tester, age group 45-54 with dry skin
It was definitely moisturizing.
My face was dewy and supple afterwardjust right!
The formula is nourishing and moisturizing without an oily residue.
Byrdie / Tatiana Kennedy
It does not over-strip my face at all.
If anything, it felt more nourishing and left my skin more soft.
The gel formula doesnt lather but is pleasant to use: smooth, gentle, and lightweight.
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I do not feel the need to double cleanse.
My face feels clean and ready for moisturizer, but not tight.
Choose a face wash that is designed for your specific skin bang out.
Byrdie / Merrell Readman
For combination skin, Aguilar recommends opting for a gentle foaming cleanser.
It effectively removes excess oil and impurities from the T-zone without over-drying the cheeks, she explains.
Proper cleansing and moisturizing are key for healthy, glowing skin no matter your product choices.
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Rinsing fully is important before following up with a hydrating moisturizer to restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier.
Esme Benjaminis a writer, editor, and podcaster based in New York.
Esme joined Byrdie as a contributor in 2023.
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