Best Face Washes for Oily Skin & Acne-prone Skin 2024

Best Face Washes For Oily Skin To Keep Oiliness At Bay

Cleansing is of vital importance in Cleansing-Toning-Moisturising routine. It is the first step of CTM. In this post, we will be sharing with you some of the best face washes for oily skin and acne-prone skin that will help to unclog pores and will keep oiliness at bay.

Cleansing removes dust, excess oil and impurities from the face making it clean for further steps like toning and moisturising. It’s very important that we should choose a face wash according to our skin types and skin concerns. When it comes to oily skin, we should always grab a one that is oil-free and non-comedogenic.

Acne-prone and Oily skin people should go for a face wash that cleanses the face deeply by removing excess oil and dirt without disturbing the natural oil balance of the skin. Face Washes for acne-prone and oily skin should be gentle enough so as to prevent aggravation of sensitive acne-prone skin. 

Here we come up with some of the best washes for oily skin that will help you tackle your acne problems too. Include these best face washes for oily skin in you CTM routine to achieve oil clear skin.

Best Face Washes For Oily Skin

1) Mamaearth Face wash with Tea Tea Oil and Neem Extract

Specially curated for acne-prone and oily skin, this face wash is enriched with the goodness of tea tree oil that works as anti microbial and anti-inflammatory, lavender in it soothes the skin and Aloe Vera reduces skin irritation and redness.

This gentle cleanser is free from harmful chemicals and works to control excess oils and prevent acnes.It purifies the oily skin making it clear and non drying. Besides all this, it is free from SLS, SLES, Sulfates, phthalates & artificial fragrances. 100ml of this face wash for oily skin will cost you ₹249.

Pros

• Mild on skin.
• Removes oil without leaving your skin feel dry or stretchy.
• Natural and toxins free.
• Control excess oil and sebum
• Hydrates the skin.

Cons

• None.

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2) Re’equil Oil Control Face wash

A soap free formula with Zinc pca that protects the skin from drying out after wash. It is a low foaming mild cleanser with thin to liquid consistency. It is the best oil clear face wash for combination, sensitive and acne-prone oily skin. It cleanses the skin gently, reduces inflammation and helps in soothing acne-prone skin.

Maintaing the natural oil balance of the skin, it  works great for both men and women. The oil control face wash is dermatologically tested, clinically proven and is free from parabens, sulphates, silicones & mineral oils. 200ml of this face wash for acne-prone and oily skin will cost you ₹450.

Pros

• Reduces excess oil production to great extent.
• Deep cleansing.
• Free from Paraben, Mineral oils and Silicone.

Cons

• Lathers a little less.

3) Wow Apple Cider Vinegar Foaming Face wash

Enriched with the goodness of Apple Cider Vinegar, this foaming cleanser helps in removing excess sebum by unclogging pores. It maintains the pH level of the skin and helps in reducing acne and pimples to a great extent.The face wash comes with a built in silicon brush that helps in deep cleansing and exfoliating. Also, this brush helps in regulating blood flow resulting in healthy glowy skin.

Furthermore, it contains hyaluronic acid that provides the necessary hydrating to the skin, maintains skin’s elasticity. Pro vitamins in it helps in reducing hyperpigmentation and dullness. It is a gentle facial cleanser and can be used by both and women with acne-prone and oily skin. 100ml of this face wash for oily skin cost you ₹399.

Pros

• Mild cleanser.
• Suits all skin types.
• Fights acne and pimples.
• Maintains skin’s hydration.
• Free from Parabens, SLS and Silicones.

Cons

• Can be drying for some people.

4) Plum Green Tea Pore Cleansing Face Wash

A vegan face wash, enriched ingredients like green tea and glycolic acid that works great for oily skin. The face wash has a gel like consistency with cellulose beads in it that acts as a mild exfoliator and helps in gentle deep cleansing. Green tea extracts are rich in antioxidants that act on acne and glycolic acid in it slowly removes dead skin cells and helps in treating acne and scars.

This Green Tea facial cleanser is best suited for acne-prone and oily skin and can be used by both men and women. Refreshing green tea smell of it makes you feel fresh for a long time. Also, this face wash by Plum is free from Paraben and SLS. 75ml of this face wash for oily skin will cost you ₹345. Check out its review here!!

Pros

• Mild gentle cleanser.
• Works great in controlling excess oil production.
• Acts on acne and pimples.
• Vegan.
• Refreshing Smell.

Cons

• Slightly on a pricier side.
• It contains SLES.

5) Mcaffeine Naked and Raw Coffee Face wash

Enriched with the ingredients like pure Arabica coffee, exotic Whitelily and Aloe Vera, the face wash removes excess oil and dirt and fights acne and pimples. It helps to reduce puffiness, pigmentation, fine lines and boost collagen production resulting in youthful skin.

The face wash has thick gel consistency that doesn’t lather too much but cleanses the skin effectively. Gentle on the skin, this doesn’t dry out the skin after the cleansing process. It helps in reducing cellulite and dark spots. It is suitable for both men and women with oily skin. Besides all this, it is free from Parabens and SLS. 100ml of this face and wash for oily skin will cost you ₹349

Pros

• Gentle on the skin.
• Effective in reducing acne and pimples.
• Refreshing smell of coffee.
• Free from Paraben and SLS.

Cons

• Availability.
• Doesn’t lather well.

6) Moms Co. Natural Clay Face Wash

A natural and toxin free face wash specially curated for normal to oily skin. It is enriched with the goodness of Moroccon lava,Kaolin,Fuller’s Earth and clays activated charcoal that deeply cleanses the skin removing dirt and impurities from the skin.

Consistency of the face wash is thick that doesn’t lather too much but cleanses the skin well without scraping off the natural moisture of the skin. This face wash helps in removing excess sebum, cleans clogged pores, tightens the skin and reduces acne, blackhead & blemishes.

The product is free from Silicones, Parabens, SLS and Mineral oils. Also, it is free from synthetic fragrances that can irritate the sensitive and acne-prone oily skin when used regularly. 100ml of this face wash for oily skin will cost you ₹393

Pros

• Deep cleansing with activated charcoal
• Reduce excess sebum and treats acne and blackheads.
• Tightens skin.
• Free from Parabens,SLS and mineral oil.

Cons

• A bit pricier.

7) Aroma Magic Neem and Tea Tree Face wash Acne Control and Oil Balancing

Enriched with the goodness of Neem, Rose petals and Tea tree extracts this face wash works perfectly combination & oily skin people. Neem is known for its anti – bacterial properties and fight acne problems. Tea tree extracts control excess oils, sebum and Lavender oil soothes the skin.

Furthermore vitamins present in lighten blemishes. This face wash is free from parabens, alcohol, artificial fragrances and is a soap free formula that makes it a gentle cleanser. 100ml of this face wash for oily skin will cost you ₹160.

Pros

• Controls oil and prevents acne and pimples.
• Lathers well.
• Prevents Blackheads.
• Free from Parabens and artificial fragrances.
• Pocket friendly.

Cons

• Does not work on scars and blemishes.

8) Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Face Wash

 

As the  product claims ” Tough on acne,Tough on oil, Easy on skin, this face wash unclogs pores, removes sebum and prevents pimple and acne to bump on. It is an alcohol free cleanser that gives a non residual non oily clear face.

This mild skin cleanser soothes the irritated skin and helps in preventing breakouts. It has salicylic acid in it that works slowly on dead skin cells and helps in lightening acne blemishes. Comes in a pump packaging, this face wash by Neutrogena is priced at ₹549 for 175ml of product.

Pros

• Oil free clear skin.
• Satisfactory results in reducing acne and pimples.
• Pump packaging.

Cons

• A bit on a pricier side.

9) Khadi Natural Neem & Tea Tree Herbal Face wash

Made of all natural Ingredients, this face wash by Khadi is specially curated for Acne-prone and oily skin. It contains extract of neem, tulsi and oils of wheat germ and tea tree. Neem works as an anti-bacterial, and tea tree acts on acne and pimples as well as works great for lightening scars and blemishes.

Furthermore, it controls the excess oil production and sebum.Gentle on the skin,these ingredients work like wonders to oily and acne Prone Skin. This face wash for oily skin is priced at ₹250 for 210 ml of product.

Pros

• Natural ingredients.
• Gentle on skin.
• Free from Parabens and SLS.
• Pocket friendly.

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Cons

• Some people may find it too drying for their skin.

You can also Khadi Natural Neem and Tulsi Face Wash. Before buying, check out its review here!!

10) Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser

 

A soap free formula curated to cleanse Acne-prone and oily skin without overdrying it. Gentle on the skin, it cleanses the oily skin deeply without leaving any residue. Controlling excess oil production,it maintains the pH level of skin that prevents breakout.

This skin cleanser by Cetaphil is Non-comedogenic, Hypoallergenic and Dermatologically tested to suit sensitive skin types too. 125ml of this product is priced at ₹470.

Pros

• Works great for acne and pimple prone skin.
• Leave you skin clean and fresh.
• Do control excess oil and sebum.
• Hypoallergenic.

Cons

• Do contain SLS.

Tip

There is one thing that should be kept in mind is your face wash should not make your skin feel stretchy. If your skin is feeling tight and stretchy after cleansing, then you are using a face wash that is not meant for your skin type.

If you are a oily skin type, it doesn’t mean that your face wash should dry out your skin. If this is the case with you then you will be left with dull dehydrated skin that will eventually lead to more oil production. Your face wash should be something that cleanses the skin without stripping off its natural moisture.

Summary

Above are the Best face washes for Oily skin that helps to control acne problems and leave your skin clean by keeping oiliness at bay . Include these best face Washes for oily skin in your Skincare regimen and get oil clear skin that free from acne and pimples.

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