If you have oily skin, you know that the right cleanser can make all the difference. A good cleanser will remove oil and makeup without drying out your skin or causing it to breakout. Here are some great options available today.
$46.00
OUAI hit it out of the ball park with its Detox Face Cleanser. The scent is simply tantalizing, and this detox facial cleanser works out quite the lather, very cost effective too. ...Gentle gel-based cleanser...The Ouai Face Cleanser is a gentle gel-based cleanser designed to effectively cleanse the skin without stripping it of moisture.
What it is: A face cleanser that intensely cleans and is gentle on skin to never dry, strip, or leave you feeling tight—but is tough on sweat, oil, and makeup.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Oiliness
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycolic Acid (AHA): Gently exfoliates.
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Helps balance oil production.
- Gluconolactone (PHA): Hydrates the skin by attracting and retaining moisture.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and tricl
ITEM: 2749794
Size: 16.9 oz/500 mL Refill Pouch
$95.00
Great for oily skin...I'm super oily, but this cleanser seems to balance it out better than other cleansers i use. ...Best gel cleanser...Amazing gel cleanser that not only thoroughly cleanses your face.
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.
ITEM: 2929578
Size: 2 oz/56.7 mL
$17.00
My new favorite cleanser!...I have oily and acne prone skin. It's tricky to find cleansers that help keep my oily skin under control, but not strip ALL the natural oils away, plus not aggravate my acne. ...Amazing for Oily Skin!...This face cleanser is the truth for oily skin! I have problems with whiteheads and blackheads and I wanted to use a gentle cleanser to help take off my makeup after I do my oil cleansing.
What it is: A fragrance-free, gentle cleanser that effectively removes makeup, dirt, and grime, leaving skin soft and supple.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Pores, and Redness
Formulation: Lightweight Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe: Helps calm, soothe, and nurture skin.
- Allantoin: Helps calm and soothe skin.
- Glycerin: A natural humectant that helps hydrate and smooth skin's appearance.
$38.00
I've been using this every other day switching with the other Clinique oily skin cleansers and I'm very happy with the results. ...This one together with the oil control day cream makes my boyfriend's skin so much better.
What it is:
An oil-control formula that deeply cleanses normal to oily skin and removes excess shine.
What it is formulated to do:
This is the ideal pre-shave wash for those with normal to oily skin. The deep-cleansing lather leaves skin soft and supple for the most comfortable shave possible while removing excess sebum and shine. Skin feels fresh and smooth, never tight or dry.
ITEM: 2850725
Size: 4.4 oz / 190 mL
$37.00
Light cleaner/face wash. Perfect for everyday use...Skin feels nice and clean after use. Doesn’t irritate the skin or leave your skin red and tight like some cleansers do. ...It works great removes oil and make up. My skin feels fresh
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
$38.00
Keeps your face oil free for upto 12 hrs....Great for oily skin!...Bought this for my partner. His skin is very oily and he has large pores. This has helped not only control the oil production, but also tightened his pores without drying out his skin.
What it is: An efficient and invigorating face wash for men that’s paraben- and alcohol-free.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dullness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Caffeine: Energizes and reduces dullness.
- Vitamin E: Neutralizes skin-damaging free radicals.
- Menthol: Quickly provides a refreshing feeling to skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one
ITEM: 1988658
Size: 7.7 oz/ 230 ml
$53.00
Glycerin, the 4th ingredient, is a humectant which essentially retains moisture to your skin so it has a hydrating effect. Various oils which ISN’T BAD FOR OILY SKIN and actually helps because oil attracts oil and is gentle when cleansing. ...OBSESSED with this face wash!! I have acne prone oily skin and this makes my skin feel super clean and helps reduce the oil my skin produces!
What it is: A gentle face wash that cleanses and nurtures without over-drying for clean skin that looks fresh.
Skin Type: Combination and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Oiliness, Acne, and Blemishes
Formulation: Lightweight Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Calendula Extract: Provides skin-soothing properties
- Glycerin: Supports the moisture barrier for softer-feeling skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens.
What Else You Need to Know: This face cleanser is made with calendula flower extract derived from petals handpicked in the Mediterranean.
$40.50
For reference, I have combination/oily skin on my face and dry, dehydrated skin on my body. ...Oil Cleanser...I love this oil based cleanser that is sensitive enough for both my body & face.
What it is: A dermatologist developed non-stripping, gentle oil-to-foam pre-biotic cleanser that thoroughly cleanses ultra-dry, eczema-prone skin, leaving it feeling soothed and hydrated.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Dullness
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Patented B-L3™ Complex: A patented biomimetic compound that delivers lasting support to skin's moisture barrier.
- Colloidal Oatmeal: A pre-biotic that targets itchiness and discomfort due to dry skin.
- Glycerin: A humectant that helps skin retain moisture and relieves dryness while soothing.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty
ITEM: 2842557
Size: 5 oz / 150 mL
$49.00
I have oily skin so whenever a cleanser doesn’t clear all my oils, I break out. ...I love how gentle this cleanser is on my face. I usually struggle with cleansers being too harsh on my face, and stripping of my natural oils, but this one is quite gentle and I love including it in my routine.
What it is: An ultra-gentle, low-lather cream cleanser that calms and balances skin as it gently removes water-resistant makeup, sunscreen, and daily pollution.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Redness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- 1.0% Colloidal Oatmeal: Used for its antioxidant compounds and redness-reducing abilities.
- Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Seed Oil: Moisturizes and nourishes skin for a healthy glow.
- Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter: Rich in fatty acids and intensely moisturizing.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: Mello Marula soothes and replenishes sk
$24.50
I always worry about cleansers stripping my skin of natural oils, however, this cleanser is so gentle and truly leaves you feeling fresh and moisturized. ...A great hydrating + lightweight everyday cleanser!...I am such a big fan of this oil based, lightweight, creamy cleanser!! I use this product everyday on my face and have been for months now.
What it is: A calming cream facial cleanser packed with plant extracts that effectively cleanses without stripping the skin of its natural, healthy oils.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Dullness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Rapeseed Oil: A source of fatty acids rich in antioxidant properties.
- Chamomile: A calming, soothing agent that cares for visible blemishes and eczema and soothes irritation.
- Shiitake Mushroom Extract: Improves skin barrier strength and encourages a feeling of renewal.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
