Oily Skin? These Cleansers Deserve a Spot in Your Winter Routine
Time to swap your summer cleansers for winter’s MVPs!
It’s getting chilly, and while most people are layering serums and slugging away, those of us with oily skin know the real winter struggle. Balancing hydration without turning into a grease slick. Cold air outside, heaters indoors, and that mid-day shine? Not cute. The trick lies in a cleanser that keeps your skin fresh, balanced, and actually clean without stripping it dry. Here are a few that do just that.
Best Face Cleansers for Oily Skin This Winter
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Foaming Cleanser
A K-beauty classic for a reason. This one’s creamy, brightening, and melts makeup while giving you that squeaky-clean feel and minus the tightness. Think of it as your glow-up-in-a-tube moment powered by rice water.
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Ohria Ayurveda Papaya & Yoghurt Facial Cleanser
If your skin’s feeling dull or tired, this is the smoothie it needs. With 100% natural papaya, rose water, and yoghurt, it gently exfoliates and hydrates at the same time. Soap-free, creamy, and ideal for winter mornings when your skin needs a reset, not a deep scrub.
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Bioderma Pigmentbio Foaming Cream
A dermatologist's favourite that brightens without being harsh. It’s an exfoliating cleanser that keeps oil under control while helping fade dullness or old acne marks. Great if your skin needs a little polish-up but still craves comfort.
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COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
This one’s a cult pick for a reason. Gentle, slightly herbal, and perfectly balanced for oily skin that tends to overproduce sebum. It helps maintain your skin’s barrier while waking up your facial skin literally.
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L’Occitane Source Réotier Purifying Cleansing Gel
If your skin loves luxury, this one delivers. Infused with Réotier water and gentle bubbles, it purifies without over-drying. It is your skin’s equivalent of a cold plunge that is refreshing, clarifying, and instantly reviving.
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CeraVe Foaming Cleanser
This staple that never fails. With hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and niacinamide, it cleanses thoroughly while keeping your moisture barrier intact. Basically, a reliable winter companion that plays nice with every serum and moisturiser you layer next.
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