One could say your choice of the best face wash can make or break your routine. Because the wash is “meant to remove dirt, oil, sweat, makeup, and other impurities from your face,” as dermatologist Dr. Lauren Penzi puts it, a good cleanse sets the stage for an efficacious skin care routine to follow.
Ahead, read on to learn about the best face washes, according to dermatologists and Vogue editors. Look for the “best for” callouts to determine if each cleanser is suited for your skin type. Our Favorite Face Washes for Every Skin Type In This Story Best Overall : La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser Best Drugstore Face Wash : CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser Best Exfoliating Face Wash : SkinCeuticals LHA Cleansing Gel Best Cream-to-Foam Face Wash : Dior La Mousse OFF/ON Foaming Face Cleanser Best Face Wash for Oily Skin : iS Clinical Cleansing Complex Best Face Wash for Acne-Prone Skin : PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Best Resurfacing : Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser Best Gentle Face Cleanser : Fresh Soy Face Cleanser Best Cleansing Oil : DHC Deep Cleansing Oil Best Cleansing Balm : True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm Best Micellar Water : Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water Best Cruelty-Free Face Wash : Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser Best Foaming Face Wash : La Prairie Foam Cleanser Best Gel Face Wash : Naturium Niacinamide Cleansing Gelée 3% Best Milk Cleanser : Osea Ocean Cleansing Milk Best Face Wash for Hyperpigmentation : Revision S.
