Water Based Facial Cleanser

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Water-based cleansers are a popular choice for people who want to avoid the harshness of soap and the drying nature of oil. They're also a good choice for those with sensitive skin or those who want to avoid the potential for breakouts that can sometimes occur with soap.

Drunk ElephantBeste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser

ITEM: 2022598

Size: 5 oz/ 150 mL

3.4K Reviews

$35.00

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This is a great water-based cleanser. I use it in the morning and evening as a 2nd cleanse after an oil-based cleanser. ...I was hesitant to try a jelly based cleanser, but this was fantastic! Very light and left my skin feeling super clean

What it is: A gentle cleanser to remove makeup, excess oil, pollution, and grime that rinses away without residue, leaving skin clean and soft.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Redness

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Mild Surfactant Blend: A stack of mild cleansing agents, including coconut-based surfactants rich in fatty acids that work together to create a gentle lather that effectively dissolves even stubborn makeup, sunscreen, and oils while supporting a healthy-looking skin barrier.
- Glycerin: A skin-identical humectant that replenishes hydration levels normally lost during the cleansing process.

$39.00

I was very pleased with cleanser initially, as I have very reactive, sensitive skin, and I’ve had a difficult time finding a water based cleanser for my second cleanse step. ...It’s probably my favorite water-based cleanser I’ve tried so far, and now my go-to morning cleanser. ...my favorite gel cleanser

What it is: A non-drying, antioxidant-packed gel cleanser that gently yet effectively removes makeup, SPF, and excess oils, leaving skin hydrated and glowing.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Kale + Spinach: Rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C and E to leave skin visibly glowing.

- Glycerin, Vitamin B5 + E: Complex know to hydrate + soothe.

- Green Tea: Antioxidant-rich powerhouse that fights visible signs of aging.



$13.00

It dries skin a bit but you should use a moisturizer afterwards and everything will be fine (I use a water-based light moisturizer)....For a few months now I've been using this cleanser along with the water based moisturizer and I couldn't be more happy with my results.

What it is: A lightly foaming cleanser that dissolves makeup and dirt while penetrating pores to visibly diminish blackheads and breakouts.


Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, Oiliness


Formulation: Lightweight Gel


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid 2%: Combats blackheads and breakouts

- Zinc Compound: Helps reduce excess oil

- Allantoin 0.5%: Soothes skin post-exfoliation to help protect and comfort the skin


Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

$30.00

I follow up with a water based cleanser. Cleanser leave my skin feeling clean and supple....I prefer using this on a damp face so it emulsifies immediately, washing it and then using a water based cleanser after! My skin isn’t stripped dry but I wouldn’t say it is moisturizing like most milky based oil cleansers.

What it is: A foaming cleanser that removes dirt and makeup and reduces visible redness without stripping lipids from skin.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Redness


Formulation: Lightweight Cream


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Patented Triple Lipid Complex™ Tech: Helps restore ceramide & fatty acid levels to repair the skin barrier.

- Visibly Plumping Seaweed Hyaluronate Blend: Small particles that intensely hydrate for dewy, glass-like skin.

CaudalieVinoclean Gentle Foam Cleanser

ITEM: 2421097

Size: 5.0 oz/ 150 mL

218 Reviews

$30.00

I use this as my morning cleanser, and as my 2nd water-based cleanser in the evening. ...Love this as my water based cleanser. It is gentle and effective and does leave my skin feeling soft.

What it is: A natural foaming daily cleanser packed with antioxidants to gently cleanse and soften skin—without soap or sulfates.

Skin Type: Normal and Dry

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Dullness

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Grape Water: Provides antioxidant-rich hydration and visibly boosts radiance.
- Sage Extract: Purifies and tones.
- Chamomile Extract: Calms, soothes, and reduces the appearance of redness.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan.

What Else You Need to Know: Suitable for even the most sensitive skin, this iconic, airy, foaming formula cleanses without a stripping effect.

$40.00

This cleanser goes on as a thick paste until I blend with water all over my face. ...Texture/Fragrance- very slightly grainy at first, turns into a rich, creamy wash- soft clean scent Affect - not drying, leaves skin soft How I use it- as a second cleanse in the evening, after my oil-based cleanser Price - $35 My honest review- would I buy it?

What it is: A non-stripping cleanser that gently washes away daily buildup while replenishing moisture to reveal visibly softer, more luminous, clean skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination

Skincare Concerns: Dryness

Formulation: Cream

Highlighted Ingredients:

- Hyaluronic Acid and Red Algae: Replenish moisture reserve for hydrated, plump skin.

- Japanese Rice Powder: Gently cleanses while leaving skin petal-soft to the touch.

- pH-Neutral Amino Acid Base: Removes dirt without stripping skin, leaving it silky and well-moisturized.

$34.00

Great Gentle Cleanser!...I really like using this cleanser as my second step in my routine, after using an oil based cleanser. ...A little goes a long way with great foaming action and a deep clean. I use foam cleansers as my 2nd step (I use an oil based cleanser first) and found this product did an excellent job of removing remaining debris from my skin without drying.

What it is: A gentle cleanser and makeup remover, packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries, hyaluronic acid, and gentle AHAs.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Oiliness, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Blueberry Extract: Packed with antioxidants to protect skin against environmental stressors.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates skin by holding up to 1,000 times its weight in moisture.
- AHA: A blend of lactic acid (derived from plants) and glycolic acid that gently exfoliates and hydrates to reveal smoother, brighter skin over time by removing dead surface skin cells.

$59.00

Great cleanser!...It melts my makeup off and makes my skin feel so clean. Unlike many other cleansers I've used, this one works fantastic on dry skin!...I do not have great experiences with face cleansers.

What it is: A foaming facial cleanser with niacinamide that removes impurities, makeup, and sunscreen residue revealing clean, hydrated, and luminous skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

What Else You Need to Know: Take off 99 percent of microparticles and excess sebum, while leaving on hydration and soothing skin. La Mousse OFF/ON Foaming Cleanser transforms from a luxurious cream to a rich, airy foam with a subtle fresh scent. This cleanser hydrates, smooths the look of skin, and visibly tightens pores.

Clinical Results: Instrumental test on 30 women:
- Eliminates 99% of microparticles on the skin’s surface

$18.00

It’s a second step in a double cleanse after an oil based cleanser. Yes has a slight smell however she has a fragrance free option as well. ...I am super sensitive and acne prone and this is by far the best cleanser I have come across in 50 years!!!!

What it is: A mini 2-in-1 makeup remover-cleanser for the delicious deep clean you deserve: Its creamy lather removes dirt, oil, and longwear makeup—no stripping.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Oiliness

Formulation: Cream

Scent: Smells like cherries and coconut

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Barbados Cherry (Acerola): Every one of these tropical cherries is loaded with more vitamin C than an orange.

$22.00

I love this Bare Necessity Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser. It removes all my makeup and SPF in one step, and most importantly, it doesn't dry out my skin like many facial cleansers do. ...Must have cleanser...I love using gel cleansers since they leave My skin hydrated and smooth which this cleanser did.

What it is: A dermatologist-developed, hyaluronic-acid-powered gel cleanser that removes makeup, SPF, and pollutants while simultaneously replenishing skin’s moisture barrier.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sodium Hyaluronate: Is a form of hyaluronic acid that penetrates the skin, delivering intensive hydration and visible plumping power.
- Glycerin: Is a powerful humectant that draws moisture into skin.
- Soap-Free Cleansing Complex: Contains gentle cleansing agents that won’t strip or irritate the skin.

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

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