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Best facial cleansing for every skin type

Proper facial care begins with cleansing. The goal is to effectively remove dirt and makeup and create the perfect base for further skincare. However, finding the best facial cleanser for a thorough clean is not always easy. Here are the best facial cleansing products for each skin type:

Gentle facial cleansing for all skin types

A mild cleansing option suitable for all skin types is Alcina Cleansing Foam or Alcina Cleansing Gel.

Facial cleansing for dry skin

When dry skin is cleansed too aggressively, it tends to become irritated and tight. With Alcina Cleansing Milk, sensitive and dry skin is gently cleansed and cared for.

Nu Skin To Be Clear Pure Cleansing Gel

Facial cleansing for combination skin

Combination skin has different needs across the face: the T-zone needs to be mattified and freed from excess oil, while the other areas require gentle cleansing and hydration. Lancaster Skin Life Cleanser Foam is a cleansing mousse recommended for combination skin. It gently and effectively removes impurities and refines pores.

Facial cleansing for blackheads

When dealing with blackheads, you need a deep-pore cleansing product. Aveda botanical kinetics™ exfoliating creme cleanser cleanses with exfoliating jojoba beads that help renew the skin’s appearance.

Facial cleansing for blemished skin

For blemished skin, Lancaster Skin Essentials Express Cleanser provides a deep-cleansing effect. The oil-free, flower-based formula removes makeup and impurities while soothing the skin.

Facial cleansing for acne

If your pores are clogged and you tend to experience acne, we recommend Nu Skin To Be Clear Pure Cleansing Gel. Its highly effective formula removes impurities while refreshing, soothing, and protecting the skin.

Nu Skin 180° Face Wash

Facial cleansing for men

Even if many don’t want to hear it: skincare is just as important for men as it is for women. This includes facial cleansing, which helps remove dirt, dust, and sweat that accumulate throughout the day. A great option is Alcina Cleansing Mousse No. 1. It is ideal for deep yet gentle cleansing for all skin types.

Facial cleansing with an anti-aging effect

Nu Skin 180° Face Wash is a facial cleanser that smooths unwanted wrinkles and lines, promoting firmer, more youthful-looking skin.

Facial cleansing test winners: These are our favorite products

Finding a good facial cleanser is not always easy, yet it is the cornerstone of your skincare routine. We carried out an extensive facial cleansing test and are presenting our favorite products for removing makeup and dirt here:

Foamie Feste Gesichtsreinigung

Facial cleansing with salicylic acid

Salicylic acid is found in essential oils and plants. It has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin, which is why it is a popular ingredient in skincare products. Aveda Outer Peace™ Foaming Cleanser is a pore-refining facial cleanser containing salicylic acid. It is ideal for blemished skin and cleanses without irritating or drying it out.

Solid facial cleansing

With solid facial cleansers, you save plastic and protect the environment. Foamie Facial Cleansing Bars are also 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and soap-free. The product is available in four variations suitable for all skin types.

Facial cleansing set: The unique Lumi facial cleansing system

The Nu Skin ageLOC LumiSpa Beauty Device Face Cleansing Kit consists of a type of facial cleansing device and a cleanser. Thanks to its dual-motion technology, the facial cleanser — available in five different variants depending on skin type — is worked into the skin in the most effective way. This facial cleanser operates electrically and features an innovative silicone attachment that is used directly on the skin twice a day.

Nu Skin ageLOC LumiSpa
Nu Skin ageLOC LumiSpa

Aveda natural cosmetics: facial cleansing test

If you’re looking for natural, gentle facial cleansers, you’ll definitely find what you need with the vegan brand Aveda. We recommend Aveda botanical kinetics™ all-sensitive™ cleanser for sensitive skin or Aveda botanical kinetics™ exfoliating creme cleanser for blemished skin.

Facial cleansing order: What to keep in mind

In your skincare routine, facial cleansing is always the first step. This removes makeup and dirt from the face. After cleansing, you should apply the following products in this order

  1. Exfoliator to remove dead skin cells (only once a week)
  2. Toner or facial water to regulate the skin’s natural pH level
  3. Face mask as a beauty booster (only once a week)
  4. Serum as an additional intensive treatment
  5. Day or night cream depending on the time of application
  6. Eye cream to care for the delicate eye area

Professional facial cleansing at a beauty studio

Acne, dermatitis… Do you have skin problems you just can’t get under control on your own? Then you might want to consider having a professional facial cleansing treatment. A cleansing performed by an esthetician includes multiple cleansing and exfoliating steps that leave your skin fresh and clear — steps you simply couldn’t do at home.

Nevertheless, you can still perform daily facial cleansing yourself. All you need are the right products, which you can easily order online from BellAffair.