5 Affordable Cleansers We Really Rate
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5 Affordable Cleansers We Really Rate

We all know every good skincare routine should start with a decent cleanser but there’s no need to spend a fortune to find one that works. Here, we’ve rounded up the best – from gels to balms…
By Sapna Rao /
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THE GEL

Super Healthy Skin™, £50 | Beauty Pie

If you’re after something lightweight and easy to use, make this foaming gel cleanser your go-to. It contains hydrophilic oil and purifying amino acids to give the skin a clean and fresh feel without stripping it of its natural moisture. Meanwhile, gentle exfoliants improve the look and feel of your skin’s texture, too.

Available at BeautyPie.com

THE FOAM

Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Foaming Face Wash, £4.50 | Boots

If the Boots own-brand products have fallen a little under your radar, this is your sign to give them a go. There’s no question the products are affordable, but fans also rave about how effective and hardworking they are. This cleanser is great for tackling problematic skin – the tree and witch hazel-based formula is specifically designed to fight spot-causing bacteria.

Available at Boots.com

THE BALM

Purple Ginseng Cleansing Balm, £21 | Naturium

To properly melt away the dirt of the day, this cleanser is both soothing and effective. Formulated with a blend of linoleic-rich oils and plant-based ingredients, it’s gentle, too – making it a reliable option if you’re on the more sensitive side.

Available at SpaceNK.com


THE OIL

Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser, £14 | CeraVe

Regular readers know we’re big fans of Cerave’s cleansers. The range has something for everyone – whether your skin is dry, oily or acne prone. Plus, there are several formulas available to suit your preference. A favourite is this oil-to-foam cleanser which – unlike a typical oil-based product – doesn't feel greasy or heavy on the skin. Instead, when it meets with water, the gel transforms into a creamy foam that removes make-up and other impurities.

Available at Boots.com

THE CREAM

Hydrating Cleansing Foam With Green Tea, £9 | Innisfree

Formulated as a cream, but transforming into a foam on contact with water, this cleaner is perfect for dry skin in need of a hydration boost. Kind to the skin barrier, added green tea is effective at keeping the skin soft, supple and fresh, while also declogging pores to minimise breakouts.

Available at Sephora.co.uk

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