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It's fall, which as we all know means cooler weather and, by the way, dry skin. While every skin type is different, most of us probably need extra hydration during the colder months, especially those with dry skin. Skin is a sensitive microbiome, and even the smallest changes can make a big difference in how your skin looks and feels. While the effects may be gradual at first, once the cold weather sets in, the skin can become very dry, sometimes to the point of pain (I've experienced it).
With the onset of colder weather, there are some much-needed changes to our beauty routines. While a good moisturizer is important, starting with a cleanser is a better way to give your skin all the moisture it needs. To combat itchy skin associated with colder temperatures, pamper your skin this season with a rich, hydrating cleanser. Read on for the 30 best cleansers for dry skin.
- Brightening Milk Gel Cleanser
Brand Glossier's Milky Jelly Cleanser ($19) contains five skin conditioners, including allantoin and vitamin B5. After washing, this cleanser leaves skin feeling soft without the dry, tight feeling that can occur before a moisturizer.
- CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser, created by dermatologists ($15), removes dirt, makeup and other impurities from skin while providing intense hydration. Together, ceramides and hyaluronic acid restore the skin's natural barrier, helping the skin retain moisture.
- List INKEY Oatmeal Cleansing Balm
This Allure Best of Beauty 2020 winner is a fan favorite for a reason. INKEY List Oatmeal Cleansing Balm ($11) dissolves makeup and absorbs excess oil without drying skin. Wheat germ oil moisturizes and hydrates, while colloidal oatmeal reduces redness and soothes irritated skin. Plus, it's vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
- Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser ($28) is a lightweight gel formula that contains skin-friendly ingredients like apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, glycerin, and squalene to lock in moisture. The extra gentle formula is also suitable for all skin types, not just dry skin.
- Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel
Hyaluronic acid is a key ingredient in Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($13), which helps draw and lock in skin's moisture. This hypoallergenic cleanser leaves skin clean, soft and moisturized.
- BYOMA Cleansing Gel Ointment
Dermatologist-tested and approved, Byoma Gel Cream Cleanser is the Allure Best of Beauty 2022 Award Winner for Best Cream Facial Cleanser. Licorice root and green tea are rich in antioxidants, while the exclusive Triceramide Complex protects a healthy skin barrier.
- Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Moisturizing Oil Cleanser
Skinfix Barrier + Foaming Oil Hydrating Cleanser ($30) has a light foaming formula that cleanses skin without stripping away oil. Formulated with ingredients like Algae Hyaluronate Blend and hydrating Aloe Barbados Leaf Juice, this antioxidant-rich cleanser hydrates, plumps, and purifies skin.
- La Roche-Posay Toleriane Gentle Moisturizing Facial Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Gentle Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($16) contains prebiotic warm water, ceramide-3, niacinamide, and glycerin. Gentle enough for daily use while maintaining the skin's natural pH balance. Plus, this brand is recommended and approved by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, so you know it's legit.
- Origins Checks and Balances™ Foaming Facial Cleanser
Not only is this best-selling facial cleanser great at locking in moisture, it's also perfect for acne-prone skin. Origins Checks and Balances™ Foaming Face Wash ($26) contains broadleaf kelp extract, wheat protein and tourmaline, along with peppermint to invigorate skin. Dry areas are moist and comfortable, while oily areas are fresh and balanced.
- Tatcha The Rice Wash Softening Skin Cleanser
Tatcha The Rice Wash ($38) is inspired by the ritual of Japanese women using the milk left over from washing rice pots to use in their beauty regimen. Your skin will look healthy, glowing and nourished.
- Paula's Choice Skin Repair Soothing Cleanser
Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Cleaner ($19) leaves skin soft and hydrated.
- Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass enzyme cleansing foam
Moisturizing glycerin Dr. Jart + Cicapair Tiger Grass Enzyme Foam Cleanser ($26) keeps skin soft and moisturized, while Dr. Jart + Green Repair Solution soothes irritated and reddened skin.
- A tried and tested Gentle Cycle Moisturizing Milk Cleanser
Versed Gentle Cycle Hydrating Milk Cleanser is great for dry, acne-prone skin. It contains anti-inflammatory oat milk and antioxidant-rich lettuce oil.
- Hero Cosmetics Gentle Cleansing Milk
Hero Cosmetics Gentle Milky Cleanser ($15) is a dream come true for those with dry, sensitive skin. Oatmeal, jojoba and ceramides make the skin incredibly soft and soothing.
- First Aid Clear Skin facial cleanser
First Aid Clear Skin Facial Cleanser ($24) contains powerful ingredients like glycerin and aloe vera. This lightweight cleansing cream soothes, hydrates and soothes irritated skin.
- Innisfree Green Tea Moisturizing Cleansing Foam
Innisfree Green Tea Moisture Cleansing Foam ($10) contains Jeju green tea root extract, a natural surfactant that helps gently cleanse skin with microbubbles.
- Summer Friday Super Amino Cleansing Gel
This brand is iconic for a reason. Summer Friday Super Amino Gel Cleanser ($35) contains 11 specially selected amino acids with unique properties that repair, protect and maintain skin elasticity.
- Milki E-Rase Drunken Elephant Micellar Water
Drunk Elephant E-Rase Milki Micellar Water ($28) gently removes dirt, oil and makeup from the face, while a blend of 3 ceramides and wild melon oil locks in moisture.
- Cetaphil Skin Friendly Facial Cleanser
Looking for something simple and without nasty ingredients? Look no further than Cetaphil Gentle Skin Facial Cleanser ($10).
- Your usual squalane cleanser?
Squalane Regular Cleanser ($20) harnesses the power of squalane, a plant-based moisturizer that cleanses skin while keeping it soft and hydrated.
- Dove Beauty Bar for sensitive skin
Soap may seem like an odd addition here, but Dove Beauty Bar for Sensitive Skin ($16 for a six-pack) is hypoallergenic and recommended as a face and body cleanser. Plus, it's infused with moisturizers so your skin will be soft and not tight.
- Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Makeup Remover Balm
Looking for a dual-action cleanser that hydrates dry skin and removes makeup? Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Makeup Remover Balm ($36) effortlessly removes makeup with a dreamy, balm-like texture as papaya enzymes naturally exfoliate skin.
- Tatcha Makeup Remover and Camellia 2 in 1 Oil Cleanser
Tatcha The Camellia Oil 2-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser ($50) is a luxurious cleanser that contains Japanese Camellia Oil to leave skin silky soft. Have fun, beast!
- Korres cream foam with Greek yogurt
Korres Greek Yogurt Foaming Cleanser ($28) is a best-selling superfood cleanser formulated with Greek yogurt for healthy skin in just one wash. Plus, seawater and antioxidants improve hydration and minimize the appearance of pores.
- LANEIGE Skin Cream Milk Cleansing Oil
The low pH cleanser contains milk oil and white tea water to cleanse, hydrate and soothe. LANEIGE Cream Skin Milk Oil Cleanser ($34) is a must for those with dry skin.
- IT Cosmetics Confidence with Cleanser Hydrating Facial Cleanser Serum
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cleanser Hydrating Facial Cleansing Serum ($29) combines the cleansing power of a foaming cleanser with the hydration of a serum. Ceramides and hyaluronic acid are the main ingredients that really lock in moisture.
- Caudalie Vinoclean Gentle Cleansing Almond Milk
Caudalie Vinoclean Gentle Almond Cleansing Milk ($30) contains nourishing sweet almond oil, soothing blue sunflower water and antioxidant polyphenols. Additionally, this new formula also contains castor oil, which is known to promote eyelash growth.
- Aveeno Nourishing & Repairing Oatmeal Cleanser
Do you have dry and sensitive skin? This is for you. Aveeno Calm and Restore Nourishing Oatmeal Cleanser ($12) is specially formulated for sensitive skin with nourishing and soothing oatmeal.
- Honest Beauty Gentle Cleansing Gel with Chamomile and Calendula
Honest Beauty Jessica Alba is known for clean formulas and durable packaging, and Honest Beauty Chamomile & Calendula Gentle Cleanser ($13) is no exception. This cleanser gently removes impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
- Derma E Ultra Cloud Hydrating Alkaline Cleanser
The name of this detergent speaks for itself. Derma E Ultra Hydrating Alkaline Cloud Cleanser ($16) is a hydrating blend of hyaluronic acid and snow mold extract that work together to hydrate and smooth skin, leaving it soft as a cloud.