10 Reviews: Best Cleanser and Exfoliator for Combination Skin (Dec 2023)

The Biore Daily Baking Soda Liquid Cleanser is created with blue agave and baking soda to provide a gentle but effective cleanse. It deep cleanses the skin in an instant, removing oil, grime, and the dead skin layer from the surface. Sloughing away flaky, dry and dead skin with the use of naturally produced spherical and smooth beads will reveal smooth, plump, and healthy skin below. The scrub helps to restore equilibrium to the skin’s pH while also cleansing the pores. It has been dermatologist-tested and is hypoallergenic. It is also vegan.

"I use this product in the morning and it has done wonders for my skin in combination with other biore products. Great buy, definitely recommend."

by Regine Brown

Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser by Youth To The People is an award-winning face cleanser with cold-pressed antioxidants to remove makeup and keep pores clear. Kale, spinach, and green tea extracts are combined in a special superfood-extract combination in this green juice face wash. This anti-oxidant-rich solution is devoid of sulfates and alcohol, so it may be used for both a single and a double cleanse without drying out the skin.

"If you have serious combination skin this is great! It does so well and taking the oil off my face but doesn’t dry out. Plus the sustainability of the packaging is great!"

by Lana

Face scrubs assessed by the GH Beauty Lab were proven to be effective in deep-cleansing the skin. Acure’s herbal-scented exfoliant, which is enriched with botanicals such as walnut shell powder and lemon peel, was proven to be effective in deep-cleaning the skin. In a full-cover makeup removal test, it performed flawlessly for cleaning, and it received the top ratings from consumers for both eliminating pollutants and brightening. Sea kelp super-nutrients soften and detoxify the skin, while lemon peel and French green clay cleanse and purify the environment. In this refreshing face scrub, madonna lily adds a splash of color and a hint of brightness.

"This is my go to face wash. I have sensitive skin dry to combination skin that’s prone to clogged pores and when I don’t have this scrub my skin gets much worse quickly. I use it 3-5 times per week. Just don’t push too hard when scrubbing or you’ll actually flare up your skin from it being overly abrasive."

by Carolyn M

This revitalizing exfoliating cleanser contains salicylic acid, which regulates the sebum on the surface of your face and eliminates dry skin particles. This exfoliant includes three important ceramides, which are natural oils that assist your skin to retain moisture and avoid dryness. It was created with the help of dermatologists. This fragrance-free, non-comedogenic cleanser is an ideal daily cleanser for oily, acne-prone skin. It’s also an excellent alternative for anybody suffering from shoulder or back acne since it may be applied all over the body.

"I have sensitive combination acne prone skin. It's very hard for me to find washes that help my skin and not strip it. This product helps remove buildup (dead skin cells, blackheads, whiteheads), help retain moisture, doesn't irritate my skin and a little goes a long way. It also has virtually no scent. Highly recommend."

by Katie Roberts

Lactic acid and fruit enzymes remove clogged pores with just one application of Kate Somerville’s ExfoliKate Intensive Pore Exfoliating Treatment, exposing the skin’s natural brilliance. This facial, created by Kate at the clinic, combines four treatments in one product—cleanser, scrub, peel, and mask—to promote a beautiful face. Natural AHAs and Silica may help you get smoother, brighter-looking skin in as little as two minutes.

"I received this in the FabFitFun winter subscription box. The first time I tried it, I was a little skeptical because it started to burn and tingle, but I just wasn't used to that kind of feeling on my face. Now, I LOVE this product. It seriously makes my dull skin feel so refreshed. I have combination, acne-prone skin with some uneven tone and this makes my skin feel so bright and fresh and makes my makeup stay on better. So easy to use too! The only downside would be the price. I don't know if I would necessarily purchase it flat out, since the one I have was part of a box."

by Jessica Kinney

Deep pore cleansing is the goal of this product, which is to leave skin healthy and smooth. It includes the natural exfoliator walnut shell powder as well as the oil-free salicylic acid that helps to prevent blackheads and pimples. With gentle exfoliation, it promises to expose an undersurface that is naturally radiant and healthy-looking. Even though it had a creamy texture, the ratio of cream to exfoliating granules in this scrub was excellent. It was easy to apply and massage into the skin since it was so silky. The panel unanimously agreed that the package was user-friendly and that the fresh smell was a big success as well.

"Extremely sensitive skin friendly. Pleasant scent. I use on my face, neck, and behind my ears. Skin feels smooth and clean after. No negative effects for me."

by SamMommy2006

Cleanse, eliminate oil, and moisturize the skin barrier all in one step with CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Facial Cleanser, which was developed by a dermatologist and is a dermatologist-tested. For daily cleaning, makeup removal, and long-lasting moisture, this one-step face cleanser is a great option. Removes grime, oil, and even long-wear foundation and daily SPF sunscreen residue with gentleness. As you massage it into your skin, it turns from a thick cream to a foamy lather. The non-drying composition efficiently washes the skin without depriving it of moisture or leaving it feeling tight and dry.

"I have a hard time finding a make-up removing wash that does the trick. Most of my life, I used wipes and scrubbed (until my dermatology told me to stop) so I like my skin to feel CLEAN at the end of the day. This does the trick and at a reasonable cost. My skin is naturally oily, sensitive, and slightly red, but no acne issues."

by Kwolfe

Using Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2 Percent BHA Liquid Exfoliant, you may have smoother skin. A daily leave-on exfoliant containing two percent salicylic acid that sweeps away dead skin cells unclogs pores, and noticeably smoothes wrinkles in as little as one hour. This worldwide bestseller, which contains a two percent concentration of salicylic acid and a pH range of 3.2 to 3.8, helps to break down complexion-dulling buildup on the skin’s surface as well as inside pores. After using this product, skin feels substantially smoother and appears cleaner and more luminous than it did before using it. After only one application, people perceive a natural, noticeable shine.

"probably one of the best and most quickly effective products for acne! can use morning and night as long as you're good about SPF. clears out your skin and makes it super smooth (and also great for preventing breakouts after shaving your face, if applicable)"

by jujubeescorner

Wishful’s Yo Glow AHA & BHA Facial Enzyme Scrub is a mild but effective exfoliant filled with pineapple and papaya enzymes, as well as BHAs and AHAs, that leaves skin with a healthy glow and a healthy radiance. This three-in-one scrub, developed by Huda, exfoliates, moisturizes, and brightens the skin. Because of the unique mix of fruit enzymes, alpha and beta hydroxy acids (AHAs), and gentle exfoliants, long-lasting effects are guaranteed.

"Amazing product ! I felt the difference on my skin after one use. I never really add reviews but I had to on this because I love how my skin feels now. I am always looking forward to using it at the end of the day or before getting ready to go out. Highly recommended❤️"

by kikster1

This daily dual-action cleanser, infused with a strong blend of vitamins C, E, and B5, eliminates dullness and impurities to improve skin tone and texture while exposing substantially brighter, more radiant-looking skin with just one use. After applying mild exfoliating grains, skin feels cleaned, invigorated, and brighter, as they help to speed up surface skin cell turnover while also eliminating excess oil. Including this product in your No7 Lift & Luminate skincare routine will have a positive impact.

"This No7 Lift and Luminate Cleanser Exfoliator is really great, it smells so good, is so soft but exfoliate my skin so well, perfect for a everyday beauty routine. My skin glows and feels fresh! This is a No 1 product!!!!"

by Mariae