Dead Skin Cleanser

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Dead skin cells are a natural and necessary part of the body's cycle, but too much dead skin can cause dryness, flaking, and other unpleasant side effects. Dead skin cleansers are formulated with ingredients that gently exfoliate the skin, removing dead cells while leaving behind healthy and hydrated tissue. Check out our top picks and find a cleanser that will leave you feeling refreshed.

Dr. Barbara SturmEnzyme Cleanser

ITEM: 2270007

Size: 2.6 oz/ 75 g

220 Reviews

$108.00

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New skin alert...This cleanser gently cleanses and exfoliates my skin. One of the key ingredients in this cleanser is enzymes, which help to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. ...My skin instantly looks healthier and it removes dead skin cells, allowing my other products to go on smoother.

What it is: A two-in-one gentle cleanser and exfoliator that starts as a fine-grained powder and transforms into a soft foam, providing a deep yet gentle cleanse and exfoliation.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness and Uneven Texture, and Oiliness

Formulation: Scrub

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Enzyme Subtilisin: Removes dry and rough skin cells.
- Enzyme Lipase: Frees the skin from excess sebum/oil.
- Ascorbic Acid: Hydrates and refreshes the skin and has an antioxidant effect, helping to visibly firm the skin.

Dr. Barbara SturmCleanser

ITEM: 2269991

Size: 5 oz/ 150 mL

74 Reviews

$108.00

This is the best cleanser ever I actually purchased it because of one of the reviews It cleanses everything on your face Leaves your face soft to the touch Removes dead skin patches Fades dark spots I have never used such a fantastic cleansers like this!!...Barbara Sturm’s cleanser, I was able to notice a change in how my skin looked and felt.

What it is: A gentle foaming cleanser that removes makeup, dead skin, and dirt, while preparing the skin for moisturizer or serum—without disturbing its pH-balance.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Mild Tensides: Provide thorough, yet gentle cleansing of the skin.
- Purslane: A strong antioxidant that stimulates the body and supports skin health and rejuvenation.
- Aloe Vera Leaf Juice: Soothes irritations.

$51.00

I would definitely recommend this exfoliating cleanser. Not only does it get rid of all the dead skin, grime, and dirt off my face. ...It gets all of the dead skin off my face without stripping. Will always be a repurchase!

What it is: An exfoliating scrub that visibly purifies and refines skin texture with natural volcanic sand microbeads for a smoother complexion and clean-looking pores.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Scrub

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Natural Volcanic Sand Microbeads: Intensely cleanse and exfoliate.
- Grape Water: Moisturizes and soothes with antioxidants.
- Menthol: Provides a refreshening sensation.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan.

$22.00

It really sloughs off dead skin! I would not recommend it if you have very dry or sensitive skin. ...Been using it for 5 months now and it does not dry my skin like other cleansers.

What it is: A foaming, exfoliating AHA cleanser to visibly refine pores and retexturize uneven skin while diminishing the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycolic Acid: Visibly retexturizes and refines skin.
- Marshmallow Extract: Hydrates, softens, and leaves skin feeling balanced.
- Chamomile: Calms.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclocarban, and triclosan. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

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$34.00

I have purchased multiple bottle of this facial cleanser. If you are oily and have acne prone skin, I highly recommend this cleanser. ...I’m 53, and this has worked beautifully on the dead skin cells that had been accumulating along my jaw.

What it is:
A powerful, multifunctional cleanser that washes away dead skin cells, pore-clogging oil, and build-up while smoothing and firming skin.

What it is formulated to do:
This dual-purpose cleanser and mask draws out deep-lying oil and dirt while smoothing the skin. It reduces the appearance of pores, minimizes imperfections, and absorbs excess oil without drying skin. This soothing formula contains volcanic ash, which is packed with high concentrations of more than 10 natural antioxidant minerals that work to restore, repair, and smooth skin while regulating moisture levels. It also contains glycolic acid, a highly effective chemical exfoliant that removes dead skin cells and build-up for noticeably softer, firmer, clearer skin.

$48.50

Clearer skin...I switched from the Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Cleanser to this and have noticed a difference in my skin. ...This is a strong exfoliator with tiny micro beads it defiantly brightens and smooths but not something to use everyday maybe twice a week because it’s harsh but great for brushing off dead skin and clearing good for skin care routine

Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal

What it is:
A gentle, exfoliating cleanser that helps to purify skin from oil, dirt, and pollutants while visibly enhancing skin clarity.

Solutions for:
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Uneven skin tone
- Pores

If you want to know more…
This foaming face wash gently cleanses skin of oil, dirt, and environmental pollutants. Infused with white birch extract and peony extract, this formula helps to visibly enhance the look of skin clarity while pearlstone, derived from volcanic ash, acts as a gentle exfoliant.

$19.00

I felt it was too thick, didn't "melt" very well, and didn't remove my makeup as effectively as an oil cleanser would. Trying to massage face with this product just felt like I was tugging at my skin and felt irritating....It really hydrates my skin and get rid of my dead skin!

What it is: An unscented formula that combines the powers of an effective makeup remover with a nourishing, cleansing balm.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination


Formulation: Balm


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Chlorella: A naturally sourced microalgae known for its balancing action on the skin's pH.

- Polysaccharides: Extracted from brown algae of natural origin and known for their anti-pollution action.


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

$119.00

It doesn’t surprise me, that the Regenerating Cleanser is Tata Harper’s best selling cleanser! Unlike most cleansers, this one is applied directly onto dry skin. ...Best exfoliating cleanser!...I love using this in the morning because I’m currently using tretinoin at night, and I like the way this cleanser removes any dead skin from the night before.

What it is: A natural daily exfoliator that buffs and polishes with BHA and apricot microspheres to reveal smooth, radiant healthy-looking skin.

Skin Type: Dry and Combination

Skincare Concerns: Dullness and Uneven Texture, Pores, and Dryness

Formulation: Scrub

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Apricot Microspheres: Provides exfoliation to smooth texture.
- Natural BHA from White Willow Bark Extract: Cleans and clears the look of pores.
- Olive Oil Liquid Crystal Complex: Moisturizes and softens skin.

$108.00

Great for sensitive, PD prone skin....I adore this cleanser. Yes, I hate the price, but it lasts forever, doesn’t strip my crazy sensitive skin & prone to breakouts skin, but removes all my makeup thoroughly. ...It’s light and luxurious foam that doesn’t dry out the skin. The texture of my skin is incredible. Two pumps is all you need. 1 bottle lasted 4 months.

What it is: A gentle foam cleanser formulated for the specific skin needs of deeper skin tones.

Skin Type: Combination and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dark Spots, and Dullness and Uneven Skin Tone

Formulation: Lightweight Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Softens dead skin cells and deeply cleanses 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 cruelty-free.

$108.00

My New Go-To Cleanser!...This is my new go-to cleanser. I have combination skin and have some hyperpigmentation. ...Exceptional Cleanser for Women of Color...This is my favorite Enzyme Cleanser. It gently exfoliates the skin without being too harsh or grainy.

What it is: A cleanser that is an enzymatic cleansing and exfoliating foam which removes dead, dry and rough skin, makeup, and excess sebum from pores.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dryness, and Blemishes

Formulation: Scrub

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Enzyme Subtilisin: Removes dry and rough skin cells.
- Enzyme Lipase: Frees the skin from excess sebum/oil.
- Ascorbic Acid: Hydrates, refreshes, and helps firm the skin.

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“i am constantly looking for a scrub that i can take seriously. the vast majority of scrubs barely have any particles in them at all. i am a serious, committed exfoliator, and i have wasted thousands of dollars (probably) on scrubs that just had no guts. i've tried SO many facial scrubs, from every company. even clinique's scrub for women is wimpy. ”
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