Cleansers

Face Cleansers for Every Skin Type

Your cleanser has one job, and it does it twice a day. Get it right and everything you put on afterwards works harder. Get it wrong and your skin can end up tight or still congested. Whether you're after a melting balm or a salicylic acid wash for breakouts, you'll find it here.

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Jan Marini C-ESTA Cleansing Gel (Now Marini SkinSolutions C-ESTA Cleansing Gel)Jan Marini C-ESTA Cleansing Gel (Now Marini SkinSolutions C-ESTA Cleansing Gel)
Jan Marini C-ESTA Cleansing Gel (Now Marini SkinSolutions C-ESTA Cleansing Gel)

€46,95
La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Make-Up RemoverLa Roche-Posay Toleriane Respectissime Waterproof Eye Make-Up Remover
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Respectissime Waterproof Eye Make-Up Remover

€10,95
A tube of mesoestetic Facial Gel Cleanser (now Brightening Foam)mesoestetic Facial Gel Cleanser (now Brightening Foam)
mesoestetic Facial Gel Cleanser (now Brightening Foam)

From €27,16
Dr LEVY Switzerland 3Deep Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser bottleDr LEVY Switzerland 3Deep Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser
Dr LEVY Switzerland 3Deep Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser

€36,95
Augustinus Bader The Cleansing BalmAugustinus Bader The Cleansing Balm
Augustinus Bader The Cleansing Balm

€68,95
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200mlSkin1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml

€9,95
Dermalogica Daily Glycolic Cleanser 150mlDermalogica Daily Glycolic Cleanser 150ml
Dermalogica Daily Glycolic Cleanser 150ml

€38,95
Dermalogica skincare product on a white backgroundDermalogica Magnetic [+] Afterglow Cleanser 150ml
Dermalogica Magnetic [+] Afterglow Cleanser 150ml

€38,95
Augustinus Bader The Foaming CleanserAugustinus Bader The Foaming Cleanser
Augustinus Bader The Foaming Cleanser

€64,95
Augustinus Bader The Cream Cleansing GelAugustinus Bader The Cream Cleansing Gel
Augustinus Bader The Cream Cleansing Gel

€64,95
Skincare bottle with pump on a white backgroundGermaine de Capuccini The Cleansing Expert Comforting Cleansing Milk 200ml
Germaine de Capuccini The Cleansing Expert Comforting Cleansing Milk 200ml

€23,95
Dermatologist Recommended
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Cleanser 200mlLa Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Cleanser 200ml
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Cleanser 200ml

€12,95
Dermatologist Recommended
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin bottleCeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin 236ml
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin 236ml

€10,95
Irene Forte Skincare Almond Cleansing MilkIrene Forte Skincare Almond Cleansing Milk
Irene Forte Skincare Almond Cleansing Milk

€88,95
mesoestetic Hydra Milk Cleanser (now Hydracream Fusion) new tubemesoestetic Hydra Milk Cleanser (now Hydracream Fusion)
mesoestetic Hydra Milk Cleanser (now Hydracream Fusion)

From €27,16
Dark green Wildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 200ml next to white boxWildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 200ml
Wildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 200ml

€84,95
Dermatologist Recommended
CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 236ml bottleCeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 236ml
CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 236ml

€10,95
Dermatologist Recommended
La Roche-Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome Cleansing Cream 390mlLa Roche-Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome Cleansing Cream 390ml
La Roche-Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome Cleansing Cream 390ml

€18,95

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CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 473ml bottleCeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 473ml
CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 473ml

€17,95
Cerave Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel 50mlCerave Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel 50ml
Cerave Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel 50ml

€12,95
ESPA Hydrating Cleansing MilkESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk
ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk

€23,95
Dark green Wildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 100ml tub next to white boxWildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 100ml
Wildsmith Skin Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm 100ml

€54,95
Marini SkinSolutions Clean Zyme 178ml
Marini SkinSolutions (Formerly Jan Marini) Clean Zyme 178ml

€61,95
ESPA Yuzu & Ginger Cleansing SorbetESPA Yuzu & Ginger Cleansing Sorbet
ESPA Yuzu & Ginger Cleansing Sorbet

€27,95
Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Cleansing Oil 205mlMedicube Zero Pore Blackhead Cleansing Oil 205ml
Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Cleansing Oil 205ml

€11,95
Dermatologist Recommended
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser bottleCeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

€10,95
Dermatologist Recommended
CeraVe Foaming Cleanser 473ml bottleCeraVe Foaming Cleanser 473ml
CeraVe Foaming Cleanser 473ml

€13,95
Wildsmith Skin Energising Gel Cleanser 100ml bottleWildsmith Skin Energising Gel Cleanser 100ml
Wildsmith Skin Energising Gel Cleanser 100ml

€34,95
Pharmaceris N - Puri-Capilium
Pharmaceris N - Puri-Capilium Cleanser

€10,95
mesoestetic Micellar Biphasic containermesoestetic Micellar Biphasic
mesoestetic Micellar Biphasic

From €41,61
Eucerin DermatoClean Refreshing Cleansing Gel 200mlEucerin DermatoClean Refreshing Cleansing Gel 200ml
Eucerin DermatoClean Refreshing Cleansing Gel 200ml

€9,95
Dermatologist Recommended
La Roche-Posay Rosaliac Make Up Remover Gel bottleLa Roche-Posay Rosaliac Make Up Remover Gel
La Roche-Posay Rosaliac Make Up Remover Gel

€12,95
Cantabria Labs Endocare Aquaf Foam bottle on a white backgroundEndocare Aquafoam Gentle Cleansing Wash 125ml
Endocare Aquafoam Gentle Cleansing Wash 125ml

€17,95
Omorovicza Cleansing Foam 150mlOmorovicza Cleansing Foam 150ml
Omorovicza Cleansing Foam 150ml

€54,95
Jan Marini Age Intervention Gentle Cleanser (Now Marini SkinSolutions Gentle Cleanser 178ml)Jan Marini Age Intervention Gentle Cleanser (Now Marini SkinSolutions Gentle Cleanser 178ml)
Jan Marini Age Intervention Gentle Cleanser (Now Marini SkinSolutions Gentle Cleanser 178ml)

€46,95
Cleansers

About Cleansers

How to Choose the Right Cleanser

Start with how your skin feels an hour after you wash it. Tight or flaky? A cream, milk or cleanser for dry skin will be kinder. Shiny by lunchtime, or prone to breakouts? A gel or foaming wash with salicylic acid is a better fit. If your skin reacts easily, keep it fragrance-free and simple.

Cleansing Balms, Oils and Face Washes

Balms and oils are brilliant at melting away make-up and SPF, which is why they make such a good first cleanse. Face washes and gels clean the skin itself and leave it ready for whatever comes next. Plenty of people use both in the evening and just one in the morning. Not sure what follows your cleanser? Our skincare routine order guide walks you through it.

Not Sure Which Cleanser Is Right for You?

Want advice tailored to your skin? Start with our free online skin test. You can also contact our expert team for one-to-one advice, and read our blog for expert tips on building a routine that supports your skin goals.

How To Double Cleanse

Discover the transformative power of double cleansing, a simple yet effective technique to remove makeup, dirt, and oil for a fresh, glowing complexion. Learn how to properly perform this essential skincare step with our easy-to-follow guide.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, Our Most Searched Cleanser

There's a reason this one has a cult following. The Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm starts as a solid, melts into an oil as you massage it in, then turns milky when you add water. It lifts make-up and SPF without leaving your skin feeling stripped. The original has a rose and mimosa scent. If fragrance isn't for you, go for the Naked version. Black Cherry and Green Fig give you a fruitier take on the same formula.

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Salicylic Acid Cleansers for Oily and Blemish-Prone Skin

Salicylic acid is oil soluble, so it can get into your pores and clear out the build-up that leads to blackheads and breakouts. Using it in a cleanser is a gentle way to start, because it's only on your skin for a minute or so. iS Clinical Cleansing Complex is our bestseller overall. CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser pairs salicylic acid with niacinamide, and Environ Sebu-Wash is a favourite for oily skin. Feeling dry or tight after a week? Swap to every other evening.

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Expert Tip for Choosing a Cleanser

"Most people rush their cleanse, and that's where it goes wrong. Give it a full minute of massage so the formula has time to break down make-up and oil, then rinse with lukewarm water rather than hot. In the evening, double cleanse. Start with a balm or oil to melt everything away, then follow with a cleanser suited to your skin type. Mornings can be much simpler, a gentle wash is plenty."

- Kimberley, Clinic and Customer Experience Manager.

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The Ultimate Guide to Cleansing

Balm, gel, foam or milk? Morning and night, or just once a day? Our guide covers how to choose the right cleanser for your skin, how double cleansing works and the small habits that make a big difference to how your skin feels afterwards.

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The Cleansers Our Customers Keep Coming Back To

The cleansers our customers come back for again and again. Not sure where to start? These are a good place to look.
A single tube of mesoestetic Brightening Foammesoestetic Brightening Foam
mesoestetic Brightening Foam

From €27,16
FTF Award Winner
Marini SkinSolutions Bioglycolic Face Cleanser 178mlJan Marini Bioglycolic Face Cleanser (Now Marini SkinSolutions Bioglycolic Face Cleanser 178ml)
Jan Marini Bioglycolic Face Cleanser (Now Marini SkinSolutions Bioglycolic Face Cleanser 178ml)

€46,95
belif moisturizing bomb toner bottle on a white backgroundDermalogica Special Cleansing Gel 50ml
Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel 50ml

€14,95

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best cleanser for my skin type?

Oily or blemish-prone skin usually does well with a gel or foaming cleanser, ideally with salicylic acid. Dry skin prefers a cream, milk or balm that cleans without stripping. If your skin is sensitive, keep it simple and look for fragrance-free formulas. Still unsure? Our free online skin test will point you in the right direction.

What is double cleansing, and do I need to do it?

Double cleansing means using two cleansers in a row, usually an oil or balm followed by a water-based cleanser. The first breaks down make-up and SPF. The second cleans the skin itself. It's most useful in the evening, especially if you wear make-up or sunscreen every day. In the morning one cleanse is enough.

Can I use a cleansing balm on oily skin?

Yes. Oil dissolves oil, so a balm can be a really effective first step for oily skin. Massage it in, emulsify with water and rinse well, then follow with a gel cleanser if your skin still feels like it needs it.

Is a salicylic acid cleanser good for blemish-prone skin?

It's one of the best places to start. Salicylic acid works inside the pore to clear out excess oil and dead skin, which helps with blackheads and breakouts. Start once a day and build up. For leave-on treatments, have a look at our salicylic acid skincare.

What's the difference between CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser and Foaming Cleanser?

The Hydrating Cleanser is a non-foaming cream for normal to dry skin, with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to help keep moisture in. The Foaming Cleanser is a gel that lathers up, made for normal to oily skin. If you're blemish-prone, the Blemish Control Cleanser adds salicylic acid. You'll find all of them in our CeraVe range.

Which cleanser is best for sensitive skin?

Look for something gentle and fragrance-free, such as a cream or milk cleanser, and avoid scrubs or strong acids in your cleanse. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Cleanser and Dermalogica UltraCalming Cleanser are both popular choices. You can browse more in our sensitive skin edit.

How often should I cleanse my face?

Twice a day suits most skin types. If your skin is very dry or sensitive, you might find a splash of water in the morning and a proper cleanse at night works better. Over-cleansing can leave skin tight and irritated, so listen to how it feels.

Can I use micellar water instead of a cleanser?

Micellar water is great for removing make-up quickly, but it isn't a replacement for a proper cleanse. Think of it as a first step, then follow with your usual cleanser so nothing is left sitting on your skin.