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Cleansers For Acne-Prone Skin

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If you have acne-prone skin, you know that the right cleanser can make all the difference. You need one that's gentle enough for sensitive skin, yet powerful enough to remove dirt and oil without leaving behind a residue. Here are some of our favorite cleansers for people with acne-prone skin.

Kate SomervilleExfoliKate™ Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash with AHA & Enzymes

ITEM: 1778349

Size: 4 oz/120 ml

1.1K Reviews

$69.00

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I absolutely love this cleanser! I have acne prone skin mostly hormonal acne. this really helps to control and calm my skin. ...It's non drying and good for my acne prone skin. It also works great with my Clarasonic.

What it is: A daily, clinic-inspired exfoliating cleanser with AHAs and enzymes that helps boost radiance and refine pores.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dark spots, Dullness and uneven texture


Formulation: Cream


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Papaya, Pineapple, and Pumpkin Enzymes: Naturally enhance skin exfoliation without overdrying.

- Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid: Refine the appearance of pores and help clear buildup on skin's surface.

BlumeMeltdown Gel Cleanser

ITEM: 2771210

Size: 6 oz / 177 ml

52 Reviews

$43.50

A must have for acne prone skin...It's a must have for anyone with acne prone or oily skin. Go ahead and try it for yourself....Feels clean on skin! For acne prone skin and also canadian made !

What it is: A refreshingly gentle gel cleanser that cleans thoroughly and is made with green tea, salicylic acid, and ceramides to leave skin feeling balanced and purified.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Redness, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Visibly reduces redness and unplugs clogged pores in order to fight breakouts.
- Ceramides: Strengthen and maintain the skin’s moisture barrier.
- Green Tea Leaf Extract: An antioxidant that soothes visible redness and irritation.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mi

$57.00

A must have for acne prone skin...It is a very good cleanser for the acne prone skin . I had hormonal acne and using this product has reduced to a very great extent....great for acne prone skin...This cleanser is amazing if you have combination or acne prone skin.

What it is: A non-drying gel cleanser that purifies skin, targets pores, and reduces excess sebum, leaving skin cleansed and refreshed.


Skin Type: Combination and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes and Oiliness


Formulation: Liquid


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates and visibly refines skin texture.

- Grape Water: Provides hydrating, antioxidants, prebiotic, and soothing benefits.

- Essential Oil Complex and Grape Seed Polyphenols: Visibly reduce imperfections, purify skin, and limit sebum oxidation.

$30.00

Very gentle cleanser on the skin, does not let your skin feeling dey and very good for oily acne prone skin. ...Great for sensitive skin...Gentle yet effective! This cleanser keeps my acne prone skin balanced and fresh without over-drying.

What it is: A gel cleanser made for tweens and teens that thoroughly cleanses and effectively targets oily and blemish-prone skin using safe actives.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Triple Tea Complex: Matcha, chamomile, and white tea are anti-microbial and soothing.
- Citric Acid: Balances pH levels, fights clogged pores, and brightens the complexion.
- Willow Bark Extract: A gentler, safe alternative to salicylic acid that exfoliates.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and gluten-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Support changing, oily skin with this gentle cleanser.

ShiseidoDeep Cleansing Foam

ITEM: 2100063

Size: 4.4 oz/ 125 mL

67 Reviews

$48.50

Worthwhile for Oily or Acne Prone Skin types....Used this for the 1st time tonight - thick and rich foam left oily/acne prone skin feeling supple, clean and hydrated. ...I have very oily, acne prone skin. This is great for oil control. Could be drying if you tend to have drier skin.

Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Oily

What it is:
A freshening foaming cleanser with purifying granules that effectively lift away oil, dirt, sebum, pollutants, and makeup from skin and pores for a clear, smooth finish.

Solutions for:
- Oiliness
- Acne and blemishes
- Pores

If you want to know more…
This foaming cleanser effectively removes sebum and pollutants to tone the pores, leaving skin fresh and smooth. Formulated for oily to blemish-prone skin and featuring internal power resist technology, this cleanser helps remove impurities while softening and visibly strengthening the skin. This cleanser is to be used daily, in the morning and evening as the first step in your skincare regimen.

$65.00

What it is: An oil for blemish-prone skin that reduces the appearance of blemishes and targets future breakouts while keeping your skin hydrated, nourished, and visibly even toned. 


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Acne and Blemishes


Formulation: Oil


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Black Cumin Seed: A calming oil that visibly targets blemishes, reduces redness, and soothes irritation.

- Blue Tansy: Naturally fights the look of blemishes while calming and soothing.

- Rosehip Oil: Fades the look of scars, visibly evens out skin tone, and hydrates.

$37.00

Gentle -Sensitive/Dry skin staple...I have dehydrated-normal skin that’s acne-prone and can develop rosacea. Does not leave your skin stripped at all, dry skinned and sensitive folks will love this! ...Needed a new cleaner and decided to buy this. Great simple cleanser. I have dry/combo acne-prone skin.

What it is: A gentle foaming cleanser that removes excess oil, makeup, and sunscreen while maintaining skin’s protective barrier.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Soothes skin and retains moisture post-cleanse.
- Triple-Ceramide Blend: Reinforces skin's moisture barrier to avoid a dry, tight feel.
- Aloe Vera: Visibly reduces redness and soothes skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclo

DermalogicaClearing Skin Wash

Size: 8.4 oz/ 250 mL·ITEM: 2239614

32 Reviews

$69.00

It actually does clear skin...I have sensitive, oily, acne-prone skin. I use this twice daily and it has significantly cleared my skin....I wanted to love this, it smells great. I have combination acne prone skin (aging) skin and this made me break out horribly.

What it is: A foaming cleanser that helps clear skin and reduce the appearance of skin aging.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes, Pores, and Oiliness

Formulation: Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Stimulates natural exfoliation to help clear clogged follicles.
- Menthol and Camphor: Help cool and calm the skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free.

Summer FridaysPink Dew Gel Cleanser

ITEM: 2925329

Size: 5 fl oz/150 ml

241 Reviews

$38.00

What it is: A pH-balanced, non-drying foaming gel cleanser that gently removes oil and targets impurities—leaving the skin soft and refreshed.

Skin Type: Dry and Combination

Skincare Concerns: Dullness

Formulation: Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut-Based Surfactants: Plant-derived surfactants lift away dirt and oil without stripping.
- Coconut Water and Cherry Extract: Support skin’s glow and leave it feeling clean, soft, and replenished.
- B-Vitamin Complex: Vitamin-powered complex retains moisture and promotes skin health.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.

$28.00

Fresh and Elegant Foam Cleanser...I am always looking for new cleansers to incorporate into my skin care routine. ...My acne scars are less visible as well after using this product.

What it is: An antioxidant-rich, foaming cleanser that gently lifts visible impurities from the skin’s surface while delivering moisture and promoting resilience.

Skin Type: Dry and Combination

Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Dullness

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Raspberry Extract: Nurtures skin with antioxidant properties.
- Empowering Illuminator: Enhances skin’s ability to defend itself.
- Serine and Hyaluronic Acid: Provide moisturizing benefits and enhance suppleness.

What Else You Need to Know: This foam cleanser is ideal for normal to dry skin types.

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