EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser, 207 ml

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In over-the-counter products, the maximum strength of salicylic acid is 2%—which is what you get from this Neutrogena scrub, which includes naturally derived grapefruit extract and vitamin C for a burst of antioxidants. “It also contains moisturizing glycerin, which helps to hydrate the skin,” says New York City board-certified dermatologist Debra Jaliman, M.D., who has taught dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine for over 25 years. But what I really like about this cleanser is the rich lather it creates with very little product. I usually use half a pump and lather it between wet palms before applying it to the face.

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Cult-favorite brand Dermalogica has a highly-rated cleanser for acne-prone skin that uses salicylic acid and tea tree oil in tandem to soothe breakouts, prevent more from cropping up, and help manage oil production. It's also a great option for bacne. If you have oily skin, you might be tempted to look for a harsh cleanser that sops up all of your sebum. But when your skin is stripped of its natural oils, it just produces more to compensate, and then you're left with even more oil than you started with. This cleanser for oily skin gently washes away grime and bacteria, with the help of exfoliating glycolic and lactic acids, to reveal smoother, brighter skin. Derm- and esthetician-beloved skin-care brand iS Clinical's cleanser uses glycolic acid, a powerful exfoliating AHA, plus salicylic acid (in the form of willow bark extract), chamomile to soothe and protect, plus other antioxidants to protect skin from environmental stressors and bacteria.

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I recommend using this cleanser once a day (in the evening) if you need a good cleanse, but you can also use it twice a day if you have more resilient skin that gets oily throughout the night. Performance I like this cleanser from Hero Cosmetics,” Dr. David Kim, MD, MS, cosmetic dermatologist at Idriss Dermatology in New York City, tells SELF. “It has glycolic and mandelic acid which are good exfoliating ingredients for acne-prone skin.” It also has vitamin C, willow bark extract, fruit enzymes, and PHAs for a balanced, exfoliating wash. UVB rays are the type that cause sunburn, and UVA rays are the type that prematurely age your skin. Both types of rays can cause skin cancer. While octinoxate provides some protection against UVA rays, it does not protect against the entire range of UVA wavelengths. If you’re prone to redness, EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser is here to calm your complexion. Together, enzymes, amino acids, and cucumber reduce inflammation and repair damaged skin while also gently removing dirt — all without irritation. “My face was left feeling very clean and refreshed, not stripped or overly dry,” our tester explains. She appreciates how it easily removed every bit of makeup, including waterproof mascara (although, it did require some extra rubbing).

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I tried using this cleanser to remove my makeup, but it didn’t remove everything at one go, and I had to follow up a second time after washing it off. In this article, I will talk about my experience with a cleanser I have been using consistently for a few weeks on my excessively oily and acne-prone skin.

Taking your skin type into account will help you narrow down your options too. “For oily skin, I usually recommend a foaming cleanser,” Dr. Adotama says. “If your skin is on the dryer side, a gentle hydrating cleanser is preferred. Avoid harsh scrubs if you have sensitive skin.”