The 6 Best Drugstore Face Washes on Amazon in 2026

Why it made the list

• Its listing describes a gentle cleanser for dry to normal, sensitive skin that hydrates and soothes as it cleanses, preserving the skin’s moisture barrier.
• The listing says the hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic formula is free of fragrances, parabens and sulfates, with glycerin and vitamins B5 and B3.
• Amazon’s own summary of its reviews says it is effective at removing dirt and impurities, does not irritate sensitive skin, keeps skin moisturized and comes in a large bottle that lasts a long time.

Drawbacks

• Amazon’s own summary lists the non-foaming nature as mixed.
• It is aimed at dry to normal skin, and the Cetaphil Daily or the CeraVe Foaming suit oily skin better.

Skip it if you like a foaming wash. Byrdie says gels and foams suit oily skin better, and this cleanser is non-foaming.

Why it made the list

• Its listing describes a facial cleanser for sensitive, combination to oily skin that reinforces the skin barrier and minimizes the appearance of pores.
• The listing says it is clinically proven to remove dirt, excess oils, impurities and pollution microparticles, in a hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic formula free of parabens and sulfates.
• Amazon’s own summary of its reviews says it removes impurities and makeup and leaves the face feeling fresh, and calls it good value.

Drawbacks

• Amazon’s own summary lists skin reactions as mixed: some say it does not irritate and keeps skin moist, while others report redness and breakouts.
• Amazon’s own summary lists the fragrance as mixed, and the listing text we read does not say whether it is fragrance-free.
• Two 1-star reviews say a 2 pack arrived as a single bottle, and a 3-star review describes a dirty bottle with peeling labels.

Watch for this: Check the pack on the page. Two critical reviews describe ordering a 2 pack and receiving one bottle, so the rating counts cover more than one pack size.

Skip it if you want a fragrance-free wash. The Cetaphil Gentle and CeraVe Foaming listings say fragrance-free.

Why it made the list

• Its listing describes a foaming cleanser and makeup remover in one for normal to oily skin, in an 8.5 fl oz pump bottle with a leak-proof clip.
• The listing says it removes makeup, even waterproof eye makeup, and rinses clean, and is dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested.
• It is glycerin-infused and free of soap, alcohol and oil, and non-comedogenic according to the listing.

Drawbacks

• Amazon’s own summary lists foaming as mixed: some say it foams up nicely, while others report that it produces no foam.
• Amazon’s own summary lists the scent and eye irritation as mixed, with some reporting burning.
• A 1-star review says it did not foam at all.

Watch for this: The page opened on the unscented version. Its rating and review count (21.3K) are shared by three scent and size listings of the same cleanser.

Skip it if your eyes are sensitive. Some reviews report burning, and the Clean & Clear Essentials wash is aimed at sensitive skin.

Why it made the list

• Its listing describes a foaming cleanser with Pro-Vitamin B5 that removes oil and pore-clogging impurities while supporting sensitive skin.
• The listing says it is fragrance-free and nourishing, cleans without drying and helps maintain the skin’s moisture barrier.
• It is vegan and free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates, oils, dyes and fragrance, in a bottle made with 50 percent recycled plastic, according to the listing.

Drawbacks

• Amazon shows no review summary on this page, so there is none to cite.
• A 1-star review says the product was good but the bottle arrived leaking and a quarter was gone.

Skip it if you want a cleanser with a stated texture or skin type beyond sensitive skin. The listing says designed for sensitive skin and gives no other skin type.

Why it made the list

• Its listing describes an oil-free facial scrub with Pro-Vitamin B5 that gently exfoliates skin to clean deep down to the pore.
• The listing says it uses naturally-derived, plastic-free beads and is a vegan formula free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates, oils and dyes.
• Amazon’s own summary of its reviews says it leaves skin smooth and clean with a cooling, tingling, minty fresh feeling, and calls it good value.

Drawbacks

• Amazon’s own summary lists skin sensitivity as mixed: some say it does not irritate, while others report breakouts.
• A 3-star review, written in Spanish, says it is good but leaves the face cold and is not recommended for sensitive skin.

Skip it if your skin is sensitive. Byrdie says to keep a face wash simple, and a scrub adds friction that the Cetaphil and CeraVe washes do not.