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Feeling a little slick, and not in a good way? Foaming and Gel Cleansers are an ideal way to clear excess sebum (that’s oil, for the uninitiated) from your complexion, to restore your stunning face to one of balanced harmony. But with so many gel cleansers on the market, and foaming not far behind -how to know which one will suit your complexion, or your budget? Read on, friends!

Keeping your skin clean is important for so many reasons and will ensure your complexion looks clear, smooth, and healthy on a daily basis. The best way to keep your skin clean is to reach for a cleanser in the morning and in the evening but with so many available it can be daunting to know which formulation to go for. Adapting your beauty routine to your skin type is crucial and is the most important factor to keep in mind when choosing your cleanser. Foaming and gel cleansers are great for some skin types but not suitable for all.

What is the best gel or foaming cleanser?

The best gel cleanser is the one that’s suited to your unique skin concerns, personal preferences and budget! But, if you wanted to hear some of our best-sellers, we’re recommend taking a look at asap gentle cleansing gel,Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel and Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser- all of which are low-intensity gel cleansers that will foam a little, but not a lot - meaning your skin feels cleared of oil, but never tight or dry. Wanting something a little more intense? Then read on for…

What’s the best gel cleanser for blemish-prone skin?

If pimples, blackheads and blemishes plague your days, then reach for a gel or foaming cleanser that contains active ingredients like Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid or other astringent ingredients to tackle the problem at it’s source. We’d heartily recommend checking out COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser or SOME BY MI Bye Bye 30 Days Blackhead Miracle Green Tea Tox Bubble Cleanser, and of course the beloved cult classic from Dermalogica, the Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash. 

What’s the best foaming cleanser for sensitive skin?

Foaming cleansers are exactly what they sound like, they create a foaming lather when applied and combined with water. They are pretty powerful cleansers and will remove even the most stubborn grime, oil, makeup, and sunscreens but this does mean that they can be a little more drying than other cleansers.

However, foaming cleansers have come along way from what they used to be and are more than often formulated with nourishing oils and hydrants to ensure that moisture is locked in and skin isn’t left feeling dehydrated. Despite this, we still recommend foaming cleansers for those with oily skin and acne-prone skin the most as they will thoroughly remove excess oils and breakout-causing bacteria. We recommend you stick to cream and balm cleansers if you have dry or sensitive skin as foaming ones can be a little more abrasive.

If you’re a sensitive soul, but prefer the freshly-cleansed feeling of a foam in preference to a milk or cream cleanser, then you’re in the right place. Aesthetics Rx Revitalising Foaming Cleanser and KLAIRS Rich Moist Foaming Cleanser are ideal options that will cleanse the skin gently without completely stripping it of its natural oils - so you can get on with your day, calm, clear, and collected. Boo ya!