11 Best Cleansers for Dry Skin

Dry skin can be a pain, quite literally. To tackle it you’re going to want to start from the beginning of your skincare regime with a cleanser.

Cleansers can be known for being harsh and stripping the skin, so it’s important you find one that will instead nourish your skin and leave it feeling hydrated and comfortable. 

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser   

Formulated with hyaluronic acid, this is a daily facial cleanser that will help to lock in moisture to leave your skin feeling hydrated.

It also includes ceramides and glycerin which work at moisturizing the skin without stripping its natural barrier. 

If you suffer from dry skin on your body then it will even double up as a shower gel, leaving you feeling smooth from head to toe. 

You can use it in the morning and evening and with it being free from parabens and fragrances, it can even be used on sensitive skin. Non-comedogenic.

Elemis Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm 

This is a 3-in-1 nourishing cleansing balm that will remove makeup with its infused oil and hydrate as cleansing milk.

Elemis’s cleansing balm will leave your skin feeling cleansed, soothed, and soft. 

It’s been infused with essential oils such as lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, elderberry, starflower and optimega oils to help keep any dry skin feeling soothed, comfortable, and nourished. 

To use, you can warm a pea-sized amount into the palm of your hand and then massage it over your face and neck. Remove the balm with a damp cloth and for the best results use the balm daily. 

Kiehl’s Since 1851 Ultra Facial Cleanser

Created especially for normal to dry skin, you can use this cleanser to remove any dirt and excess oil from your skin without drying it out. 

Key ingredients include apricot kernel oil, avocado oil and squalane oil.

The apricot kernel oil will moisturize and soften your skin while still keeping it supple.

The infused avocado oil will restore the natural moisture of your skin and the squalane will restore your skin’s natural moisture barrier. 

You can use it twice a day to help your dry skin and also improve any uneven textures. 

Cetaphil Face Wash Hydrating Gentle Skin Cleanser 

Use this to cleanse your skin while also keeping it hydrated for up to 48 hours.

It’s been designed for normal to dry skin and thanks to its hypoallergenic formula can also be used on sensitive skin. 

Formulated with glycerin and vitamins B3 and B5, these ingredients will hydrate your skin without disrupting your skin’s natural barrier, reduce redness and leave your skin glowing. 

Thanks to its gentle formula you can use this with any skin condition such as eczema or dermatitis as it won’t aggravate the skin. The hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic formula is free of fragrances, parabens and sulfates

This cleanser is a must-have for anyone with dry or sensitive skin. 

Glossier Milky Jelly Gentle Gel Face Cleanser

This pH-balanced cleanser can be used twice daily to cleanse your skin of dirt, debris, and excess oils.

It will keep the skin moisturized, soft, and supple after every use. 

Coming in the form of a lightweight gel, it will combat any dryness without feeling heavy on the skin.

Key ingredients include rose water to soothe and refresh the skin and allantoin to comfort any dry skin, relieving it from the feeling of any tightness. 

It will also effectively remove any makeup and is a cruelty-free and vegan product. 

Fresh Soy Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser

This is a gentle cleanser that won’t strip your skin and instead will leave it feeling soft and hydrated.

Use it to remove makeup and dirt from your skin while also allowing it to look after any dryness. 

It’s been formulated with soy proteins to help improve your skin’s elasticity, cucumber extract to calm your skin and aloe vera extract to soothe the skin.

The cleanser is also free from parabens, so the gentle formula can even be used on sensitive skin. 

Results show that 98% of users agreed that it deeply cleanses the skin after just one use and 91% of users agreed their skin instantly appeared calmer and felt soothed. 

First Aid Beauty Pure Skin Face Cleanser 

Infused with botanical antioxidant blends, you can protect your skin by reducing any inflammation and irritation.

It’s pH-balanced so will maintain your skin’s natural acidity and calm and redness.

It’s been specially created for dry and sensitive skin to ensure it stays feeling soft and hydrated. 

To use this cleanser, you should squeeze a small amount onto the palm of your hand and massage it into the skin. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry with a clean towel. 

This cruelty-free cleanser is also vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, silicone-free.

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Cleanser Hydrating Facial Cleanser 

You can cleanse your skin without stripping it away with this hydrating cleanser.

It’s gentle on the skin and works at keeping your dry skin feeling moisturized and comfortable.

It’s a non-foaming cleanser that has been formulated by dermatologists to work at gently cleansing the skin and combating any dryness. 

This cleanser can be used daily and it’s also hypoallergenic and won’t clog pores, so you can use it on even the most sensitive of skin.

You’ll be pleased to know it’s also free from any parabens, dyes, soap, and fragrances. 

Massage this cleanser onto wet skin and then rinse off with warm water. For the best results, use it both morning and night. 

Thayers Milky Hydrating Cleanser with Snow Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid

Use this hydrating facial cleanser to leave your face feeling soft and hydrated and after continued use, a more even skin texture.

It will help to leave any dry skin feeling moisturized and will cleanse away any dirt without disrupting the skin’s natural barrier. 

Key ingredients include snow mushroom and hyaluronic acid to help hydrate and soften the skin.

Thanks to this cleanser’s milky formula, your skin will instantly feel soothed straight after use. 

You can use this cleanser to remove the build-up of makeup, dirt, and oil and with its non-drying and non-irritating formula, you’ll notice an improvement to your dry skin in no time at all. 

PCA Skin Creamy Moisturizing Face Cleanser

This is a creamy cleanser that gently clears your face from any dirt and makeup.

It’s been formulated with aloe and essential fatty acids to help soothe and protect the skin, improving any dryness. 

Key ingredients include rose hip seed oil to strengthen your skin and leave it feeling smooth and supple.

The cleanser has also been infused with sunflower seed oil, which is high in essential fatty acids and provides antioxidants to the skin. 

After consistent use, you can expect your skin to appear younger-looking, glowing, and healthy. For the best results use it twice daily. 

natural outcome Dry Skin Face Wash

Not only will this cleanser help to tackle any dry skin concerns, but it will also deep clean your pores to leave your skin feeling fully cleansed.

It will leave your skin feeling hydrated while balancing out your complexion. 

Also formulated with vitamin C and chamomile, these ingredients will help to brighten the skin and soothe any irritation.

With consistent use, you can expect this cleanser to clear any acne or blackheads, hydrate your skin and create a glowing complexion. 

Use it twice a day for the best results. Massage a small amount onto wet skin and then rinse off with warm water.

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Cleansers play a key part in any skincare regime, they help to remove dirt, any excess oils and makeup.

If you suffer from dry skin, then you may find that the harsh ingredients in many products can strip away your skin and leave it feeling even drier. Fortunately, there are plenty of specially formulated cleansers for you to choose from on the market that helps to keep your skin feeling soft and hydrated. 

You can look out for key ingredients in your cleansers such as hyaluronic acid which will lock in your skin’s moisture and leave it feeling hydrated for a minimum of 24 hours. You can also choose milky cleansers which have soothing properties and are great for treating inflamed and irritated skin, which can be a common symptom of dryness. 

Whichever cleanser you decide to go for, with consistent use it won’t be long until you notice your dry skin starts to feel more comfortable and smoother.