Cleansers

Oily skin often leads to congested pores, acne breakouts, and a greasy complexion. This is due to excess sebum production by the skin’s sebaceous glands. If you’re struggling with this, use a suitable cleanser for oily skin to keep your complexion clean and free of bacteria buildup.

Cleansing is an important first step in any skincare routine, and the best face wash for oily skin should be one that can help to balance your skin’s natural oils, reduce shine and eliminate all traces of dirt and sebum.

Be sure to choose a foaming face wash designed for oily skin because using the wrong cleanser can lead to more breakouts and blemishes. Avoid harsh face scrubs that may irritate or harm the skin and go for gentle exfoliants instead.

Don’t cleanse your face with hot water either, as hot water can dehydrate your skin and damage your skin’s moisture barrier. By avoiding these common cleansing mistakes, you can keep your skin healthy without causing further concerns.

While cleansing is essential to your skincare routine, you should only use a cleanser for oily skin twice a day — nothing less, nothing more. It’s highly recommended to cleanse your skin in the morning and evening. Washing your face too frequently will strip your skin of its natural oils and cause it to produce more sebum to compensate for the loss.

If you’re shopping for a face wash for oily skin, Clarins ultra-gentle cleansers are specially formulated for oily and acne-prone skin.

The Gentle Foaming Purifying Cleanser is one of the best face cleansers for oily skin. Made with Alpine Herb, Moringa and Meadowsweet extracts, this foaming cleanser penetrates deep into the pores to lift away dirt, sebum and impurities in a single step, while preserving the balance of your skin’s microbiota.

Since oily skin is prone to enlarged pores and acne, it’s essential to use a mild exfoliating cleanser at least once a week to keep your complexion clean and clear. The accumulation of dead skin cells and sebum on the skin often triggers acne and other blemishes. With the help of gentle Silica Microbeads, the One Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser easily polishes away make-up, dead skin cells and embedded impurities to unveil the glowing skin underneath.

This spa-fresh face cleanser for oily skin is enriched with Moringa and Orange extracts. Moringa contains anti-pollution benefits that help refine the skin and restore your natural radiance, while Orange extracts refresh and soften the skin.

Oily skin requires proper skincare products and attention. Learn how to adequately care for oily skin and prevent acne with our Clarins Beauty FAQ.