Cleansers With Lactic Acid

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If you're looking to achieve a fresh-faced glow, look no further than cleansers with lactic acid. Known for their gentle yet effective exfoliating properties, these cleansers are a must-have addition to your skincare routine. Lactic acid, derived from milk, helps to slough away dead skin cells, unclog pores, and reveal smoother, brighter skin. Whether you have dry, oily, or sensitive skin, these cleansers offer a range of options to suit your individual needs.

DermalogicaSkin Resurfacing Lactic Acid Cleanser

ITEM: 2002202

Size: 5.1/150

35 Reviews

$77.00

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This cleanser is so good! Lots of cleansers say they have acids in them to help chemically exfoliate but you can actually feel the layers this takes off your face every night! ...Lisa was right, gentle but very effective. One of my favorite Lactic acid products. A lazy girl’s go-to.

What it is: A two-in-one exfoliating cleanser that helps retexturize aging skin to achieve a fresh, smooth surface.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Redness, and Dullness and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lactic Acid: Hydrates and exfoliates skin.
- Vitamin E: Helps nourish and protect skin from damage caused by free radicals.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of 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.

innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam

ITEM: 2740579

Size: 5.07 oz / 150 ml

175 Reviews

$19.00

My new favourite cleanser...The acids more than make up for that though, my skin was left feeling cleansed and smooth so the chemical exfoliation was definitely effective. ...Cleanser...The Volcanic BHA Pore Cleansing foam is a great cleanser for oily or combo skin. The volcanic clusters absorb excess sebum while lactic, glycolic and salicylic acids exfoliate.

What it is: A pore-clearing, powerful cleansing foam with volcanic clusters and salicylic acid to lightly exfoliate while absorbing excess oils.


Skin Type: Combination and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Oiliness


Formulation: Lightweight Liquid


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Volcanic Clusters: Absorb excess sebum.

- AHAs (Lactic and Glycolic Acids): Exfoliate dead skin cells and visibly minimize pores.

- BHA (Salicylic Acid): Breaks down impurities.

$20.50

I bought this on a whim in Vegas when I realized I didn’t have cleanser. I have a combo skin that is not too sensitive (except to salicylic acid, sadly). ...I loveeeeeee this cleanser. I’ve used salicylic cleansers in the past that are so drying but this stuff is gentle as can be. ...gentle cleanser

What it is: An essential daily gel cleanser with a pH-balanced, luxurious foaming formula to thoroughly remove dirt, oil, and makeup (even around the eyes) while unclogging pores—without stripping skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lactic Acid (AHA): A naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid that supports cell renewal.
- Glycolic Acid (AHA): Visibly minimizes signs of aging.
- Willow Bark Extract: A natural source of salicylic acid that gently exfoliates and clears pores.

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

$35.00

Multitasking cleanser...I have acne scars and I use this along with other glycolic acids and it's great!...I bought this to try an alpha-hydroxy acid cleanser; I usually use a salicylic acid cleanser with microbeads.

What it is: A clinic-inspired foaming cleanser with AHAs and fruit enzymes to gently cleanse away oil, makeup, and surface impurities revealing smoother skin.

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.

$42.00

But this one has a different formulation, and now I love it too. I really like the lactic acid in it as well amongst the other key ingredients. ...I love the scent of this cleanser. It is very refreshing and energizing. Argan oil helps to nourish the skin with essential fatty acids.

What it is: A two-in-one cleanser and enzymatic exfoliator that dissolves impurities and dead skin—for a smoother, brighter complexion.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Skin Tone

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Upcycled Pineapple Enzymes: Gently exfoliate and decongest.
- Argan Oil: Is an abundant source of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin E.
- Lactic Acid and White Willow Bark (Natural Salicylic Acid): Visibly renew the surface of skin for a smooth, bright appearance.

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

What Else You Need to Know: Get fresh, bright-, youthful-looking (neve

$13.50

Acid cleanser must have!...This cleanser leaves my face squeaky clean yet not dry at all! ...I have sensitive acne prone skin cleanser that don’t have salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide don’t work on my skin.

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.

$53.00

actually made a difference in my acne and pores. plus the cleanser is super concentrated and you don’t need to use much. the acids and surfactants cleanse and exfoliate the skin sufficiently without drying my dry skin....I'm not too crazy about it though, there's definitely better cleansers out there. this is kind of just forgettable. not a cleanser i would immediately grab. probably not going to purchase anymore.

What it is: An essential daily gel cleanser with a pH-balanced, luxurious foaming formula to thoroughly remove dirt, oil, and makeup (even around the eyes) while unclogging pores—without stripping skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lactic Acid (AHA): A naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid that supports cell renewal.
- Glycolic Acid (AHA): Visibly minimizes signs of aging.
- Willow Bark Extract: A natural source of salicylic acid that gently exfoliates and clears pores.

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

$46.00

My go-to cleanser...If you have never used glycolic or lactic acid then you need to allow your skin time to adjust. ...This cleaner contains AHA ingredients - Lactic Acid - Absorbic Acid, Fragrance-which is not good for sensitive skin!

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.

$9.50

cheap but effective topical wash-off acid cleanser...I have facial eczema and use this in addition to retinol, lactic acid and salicylic acid actives without issues. ...Love @The Inkey List Fulvic Acid cleanser. Effectively removes makeup better then higher priced cleansers!

What it is: A gel cleanser that gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dark Spot, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 0.5% Nordic Peat: Contains fulvic acid, which helps to gently exfoliate skin.
- 1.5% Kakadu Plum Extract: Nourishes skin.
- 1% Licorice Root Extract: Reduces the look of hyperpigmentation and visibly brightens overall skin tone.

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

What Else You Need to Know: Containing 0.5% Fulvic Acid, this gentle formula cleanses the skin removing makeup—even eye makeup.

$57.00

Lovely everyday cleanser...I have really sensitive acne prone skin so I’m really picky with my cleansers and so far I have been loving this one. Makes my skin feel clean and fresh without giving that tight drying feeling even with salicylic acid!...It minimizes my blackheads and pores! Usually cleansers with salicylic acid makes my skin dry, but this cleanser does not do that!

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.

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