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Choose the Cleanser That’s Right for You
Cleansers work to free your face of unwanted dirt, oil, and debris—without stripping away the top layer. But to find the proper facial cleanser, first you have to know your skin type. Are you dry, oily, combination, or sensitive? Our guide helps to find the cleanser fit for you to unclog, exfoliate, and purify your complexion.
Tips for Dry Skin
If you experience flaky, tight skin, learn to deeply moisturize and rehydrate. For more help, follow these simple tips.
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● Avoid products that contain alcohol and fragrance
● Use gentle, non-drying products and follow with a facial moisturizer
● Use a micellar cleanser water as a gentle solution to remove dirt, oil, and makeup
● To support delicate skin, use milk or lotion-based cleansers
● Apply an exfoliant once a week to lift away dead surface skin cells and reduce flaking
Products for Dry Skin
Products for Dry Skin
![Front view of Blue Cap Cleansing Water All-in-1, All Skin Types](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/garnier/usa/us/products/skin-care/micellar-cleansing-water/2023/all-in-1-waterproof/0603084454693_1-spotlight.png?w=150&rev=475aed7043dc435b8cbc3495ea999ebb&hash=4AC187F472931DCFBC493F597FF576D5 150w)
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Waterproof Makeup Remover Removes stubborn waterproof and long-wear makeup while cleansing skin.
Tips for Oily Skin
If you experience ongoing shine and frequent breakouts, remember, facial cleansing is the key to fighting clogged pores, blackheads, and other symptoms of oil-prone skin. Follow these simple tips.
● Use cleansers with salicylic acid help to clear pores and reduce shine
● Follow your cleansing routine with an oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer—SPF during the day, and oil regulation at night
● To minimize blackheads, once a week, use an exfoliant + an oil regulating mask
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Products for Oily Skin
Products for Oily Skin
![Front view of Green Cap Cleansing Water All-in-1 Mattifying, Oily and Sensitive Skin](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/garnier/usa/us/products/skin-care/micellar-cleansing-water/2023/mattifying/0603084497058_1-spotlight.png?w=150&rev=667f3818dc1f4bea8154a70752620c1d&hash=8C98A3E35451F83E97F966983F0C65AA 150w)
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Mattifying Mattifies skin and purify pores while cleansing and removing makeup.
Tips for Combination Skin
If you experience oily skin and mild breakouts throughout your T-zone, but the rest of your face feels dry, your complexion is seeking balance. Follow these tips.
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● Use a cleanser that provides hydration to dry cheeks, but also regulates oil in the T-zone
● After cleansing, apply an alcohol-free toner to your forehead and nose
● Hydrate with a full facial application of an oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer
Products for Combination Skin
Products for Combination Skin
![Front view of Black Peel-Off Mask with Charcoal](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/garnier/usa/us/new-in-the-spotlights/skin-care/skinactive/charcoal/garnier-skinactive-blackpeeloff-charcoal-inthespotlight-128x192.png?w=150&rev=57a19336683a4fceae8e88a58bdd0749&hash=D094310A93696368DEEC9ADE1D0D12F3 150w)
Garnier SkinActive Black Peel-Off Mask with Charcoal This peel-off mask with charcoal removes impurities and reduces the visible size of pores.
Tips for Sensitive Skin
If you experience reactive skin, easily affected by outside influences, redness, and irritation—give your complexion the attention it deserves with the following tips.
● Use a mild, gentle cleanser, free of alcohol and fragrance
● During facial cleansing, lukewarm water is your friend; hot water, not so much
● Once you find a product that agrees with your complexion, follow with an SPF moisturizer
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Products for Sensitive Skin
Products for Sensitive Skin
![Front view of Pink Cap Cleansing Water All-in-1, All Skin Types](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/garnier/usa/us/products/skin-care/micellar-cleansing-water/2023/all-in-1/0603084454501_1-spotlight.png?w=150&rev=e04311e0d5624ce9bfb24aaee05102be&hash=5693D63422F02C4B33830A9515F0A125 150w)