So you want to find the perfect cleanser for your skin type? Fantastic!

Cleanser is the first step in both your morning & evening skincare routines – that’s why it’s so important you get the right one.

Your skin is so precious, and it is important to look after it properly. That’s why knowing your skin type is an essential first step to building your skincare routine. Now, we don’t expect everyone to be dermatologists, so we’re stepping in to provide you with the guidance you need to find the perfect cleanser.

 

Normal Skin Types

Neither too oily or too dry

You lucky one you! Those with ‘normal’ skin often don’t experience breakouts or regular excessive oiliness/dryness. Due to this, you can really lap up the full spectrum of cleansing formulas, but gel-based cleansers will work the best.

Check out Kiehl’s Cucumber Herbal Cleanser, a gentle, foaming gel-lotion. It softly melts away dirt & impurities, leaving your skin feeling conditioned with a fresh-feeling clean that lasts all day long. Formulated with whole cucumbers, this non-drying cleanser helps maintain the skin’s moisture barrier.

Oily Skin Types

Greasy appearance, prone to breakouts

Those with oily skin tend to have larger, more visible pores, as well as being more prone to breakouts. (Sorry!) You’ll notice the continued production of natural oils throughout the day, and you’re probably BFFs with your powder compact and blotting tissues. Foaming cleansers do wonders for oily skin – especially those that contain active acids to assist in fighting congestion.

Discover the Kiehl’s Blue Herbal Cleanser for a high-foaming formula packed full with Salicylic Acid.

Sensitive Skin Types

Tendency to experience redness & irritation

Fussy is an apt descriptor for those with sensitive skin. You’ll know a thing or two about irritation, redness & itchiness. Sensitive skin types will need to tread with caution when testing out new products, & you should certainly avoid products containing fragrance & essential oils. For this reason, gentle milk, cream or oil cleansers will work best.

Take a look at Kiehl’s Centella Sensitive Facial Cleanser, formulated without fragrance, alcohol, soap & surfactant. This dermatologist-tested cleanser gently cleanses away impurities while soothing & strengthening the skin’s barrier. With a dual-use formula, rinse it off with water or use a cotton pad.

Combination Skin Types

A mix of oily and dry

Those with combination skin are used to experiencing the rough and tumble of skin concerns. You’ve been dealing with it all, oily T-Zone, dry/dehydrated patches, fatigued/dull skin, the occasional breakout etc. etc. etc… Due to this, you may need to rotate your cleanser portfolio depending on how your skin is at a certain time.

Check out Kiehl’s Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash. This cleanser works effectively at removing oil without over-drying the skin. Infused with Calendula Flower Extract, this face wash provides a deep, yet gentle clean.

Dry Skin Types

Tight, dry skin with possible flaking and roughness

Dry skin is often characterised by flaky, rough and tight patches. The incorrect cleansers often leave your skin feeling depleted and taut. That’s why we recommend an ultra-hydrating milk or cream formula for you. You’ll also want to lay off the exfoliating formulas and heavy acids for the time being.

Discover Lancôme’s Crème Mousse Confort Cleanser. This is a comforting formula containing naturally derived ingredients in perfect affinity with the skin, to provide a comfortable and non-drying cleansing experiencing. This breakthrough texture actively nourishes through a creamy, unctuous foam that allows perfect cleansing with optimal comfort.

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