Face cleansing gel

Face cleansing gel is intended for daily washing and removing impurities, excess sebum, makeup residue, SPF and pollution from the skin. A properly chosen facial cleansing gel should cleanse effectively, but without excessive drying, tightness or disrupting the skin barrier.

Within the Face cleansing category, cleansing gels are one of the most common choices for morning and evening routines. They can be intended for oily, combination, dry, sensitive, irritated or atopy-prone skin, depending on the formula and product purpose.

For skin prone to redness, stinging or irritation, it is important to choose a gentle gel that will not further disturb the skin barrier. If redness often returns, it is useful to read the guide How to reduce facial redness.

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Who is face cleansing gel for?

• People who want daily washing and regular facial skin hygiene
• Skin exposed to makeup, SPF protection, pollution and excess sebum
• Oily and combination skin that prefers a fresh feeling after washing
• Dry, sensitive, irritated or atopy-prone skin, with a suitable gentle formula
• People who want to prepare the skin for serum, cream or other care

How to choose a face cleansing gel?

If the skin is irritated, red or needs gentle hygiene without additional stress, Uriage Bariéderm Cica cleansing gel 200 ml can be selected.

For dry skin prone to atopy, A-Derma Exomega Control 2in1 gel 200 ml can be considered, especially when gentle hygiene and a product suitable for a sensitive skin routine are needed.

For daily face cleansing and a fresh feeling, Afrodita Clean Phase Hydra face cleansing gel 150 ml can be used, especially when the skin needs a pleasant, lightweight cleansing routine.

How to use face cleansing gel properly?

Face cleansing gel is applied to damp skin, gently massaged in circular motions, then rinsed thoroughly with lukewarm water. Hot water and rough rubbing should be avoided, because they can contribute to dryness, redness and tightness.

After cleansing, gently pat the skin dry with a towel without rubbing, then apply suitable moisturizing care. In the morning routine, SPF protection is also recommended, especially for skin prone to redness, spots, acne or sensitivity.

Face cleansing gel, redness and sensitive skin

With sensitive skin, the goal of cleansing is not for the skin to feel “squeaky clean”, but clean, calm and without uncomfortable tightness. If stinging, redness, itching or flaking appears after washing, the gel may be too strong or the routine may not be adapted to the skin type.

In that case, milder formulas should be selected and the number of aggressive active ingredients in the routine reduced. Read more advice about caring for redness-prone skin in the blog article How to reduce facial redness.

Pharmacist’s advice

Choose face cleansing gel according to skin condition, not only the feeling of oiliness or impurity. With dry, sensitive and irritated skin, avoid aggressive rubbing, hot water and overly frequent cleansing. If the skin stings, feels tight, turns red or flakes after washing, the routine should be made gentler and suitable moisturizing care added. In case of persistent redness, itching, eczema, acne, rosacea or irritation that worsens, advice from a dermatologist or pharmacist is recommended.

Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

Tips and useful guides

• Face cleansing
• How to reduce facial redness