If your skin tends to break out in spots, acne cleansers rather than non-specialist products are the way to go. They contain ingredients to unclog pores and reduce redness, as well as clean your skin morning and night. Some will take off make-up at the end of the day, too. Our selection includes solutions for teens and adults to help every complexion look its best.
Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser
For teens and adults
This gently foaming cleanser will take off make-up as well as dirt. It promises to remove up to 60 percent of surface oil without drying out the skin or leaving it feeling tight, and it deep cleanses pores without clogging them. For best results, you’ll need to use it with warm water, and pat skin dry after rinsing.
Biotrade Acne Out Soap Bar
Plant ingredients
If you prefer to use a bar rather than a wash, check out this vegetable soap. It contains both salicylic and lactic acid to exfoliate, provide an antibacterial effect and cleanse, along with glycerin to soothe and moisturize. It’s suitable for the body as well as the face, so it’s a great option if you’re prone to areas of acne on your back.
CeraVe Foaming Cleanser
For face, body and hands
This gel contains ceramides to protect the skin’s natural barrier while cleansing and removing oil and sebum from the face and body. Ingredients also include hyaluronic acid to help the skin retain its natural moisture. Unscented, it’s designed not to irritate the skin.
Isdin Acniben Teen Skin Foam Cleanser
Reduces sebum and shine
Specially designed for teenager’s skin, this foam cleanser cleanses acne-prone skin. It’s made with ingredients to reduce the appearance of blemishes and redness while clearing blocked pores. It can be used daily but isn’t a make-up remover.
Bottom line
A good acne cleanser needs to reduce oil, spots, and redness without creating a tightening effect in addition to cleaning the skin. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser promises a decrease of up to 60 percent in surface oiliness. The foaming wash cleanses without drying, and it can also remove make-up.
