Best Men's Facial Cleansers

Updated January 2019
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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Best of the Best
RUGGED & DAPPER
Facial Cleanser for Men
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Bottom Line

Available in an 8 oz. bottle, this cleanser controls oil, keeps skin clear, and exfoliates to provide a soft but not dry exterior.

Pros

Has gentle exfoliating beads that really clean deep into pores. Does a good job controlling facial oil all day. Doesn’t dry skin out. Coordinating moisturizer, available separately, that pairs well with cleanser. Works well on sensitive skin.

Cons

Comes at a higher price point than other options.

Jack Black
Deep Dive Glycolic Facial Cleanser
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This 5-ounce cleanser is high-end, doing an impressive job clearing pores and removing oil while acting as both a cleanser and a mask.

Pros

Gentle enough on skin to be used every day as either a scrubbing cleanser or a mask. Particularly useful for ridding skin of excess oil. Gently exfoliates. Does not possess an overpowering scent. Effective in smoothing skin overall.

Cons

Face wash does not lather well.

Brickell
Men’s Purifying Charcoal Face Wash for Men
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This cleanser keeps any man’s face soft and hydrated while smoothing his complexion. It’s sold in an 8-ounce bottle.

Pros

Light feeling face wash is powerful in the fact that it leaves skin feeling clean and moisturized. Provides a refreshing tingly feeling, letting users know it’s getting deep into pores. Contains natural and organic ingredients. Aloe, which is very soothing, is a prime ingredient.

Cons

Some may find this cleanser to be watery in consistency.

Best Bang for the Buck
Neutrogena
Men Daily Invigorating Foaming Gel Face Wash
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The cooling effect that this face wash provides leaves users feeling refreshed, plus it comes at a low price point.

Pros

Provides cooling sensation the moment it touches skin, providing fresh and clean feeling. Helps keep oil at bay and leaves face feeling smooth. Comes in 5.1-ounce tube, which lasts a long time since only a small amount is needed for each wash.

Cons

Tube does not have the convenience of a dispensing pump.

Nivea
Original Moisturizing Face Wash
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Bottom Line

This 5-ounce bottle of facial cleanser adds a significant amount of moisture to mens’ faces, leaving them feeling soft and smooth.

Pros

This face wash can easily be worked into a lather and is simple to wash off. Makes skin soft. Helps minimize oil production for those who have a naturally oily face. Moisturizing properties make this a good choice to wash neck in addition to face.

Cons

Scent can be a bit overwhelming for some users.

Men’s facial cleansers are formulated to effectively cleanse your skin with ingredients that address oil production as well as facial hair. In addition to properly cleansing and protecting your skin, cleansing products are also designed for experience. Smell is a factor in many brands as is the cleanser’s cooling nature. There are an array of options in terms of scent, from the great outdoors to all natural, fragrance-free products. If you have sensitive or problematic skin, it’s important to examine ingredients and perhaps opt for cleansers with natural and/or those with specific chemical combinations that target problem areas. Texture may vary as some products lather, while others feel like a splash of water.

How we decided

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  • 26 Models Considered
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  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 301 Consumers Consulted
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    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

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    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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    Jack Black

    Deep Dive Glycolic Facial Cleanser

    Jack Black

    Deep Dive Glycolic Facial Cleanser

    This 5-ounce cleanser is high-end, doing an impressive job clearing pores and removing oil while acting as both a cleanser and a mask.
    $22
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    RUGGED & DAPPER

    Facial Cleanser for Men

    RUGGED & DAPPER

    Facial Cleanser for Men

    Available in an 8 oz. bottle, this cleanser controls oil, keeps skin clear, and exfoliates to provide a soft but not dry exterior.

    $24
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    Brickell

    Men’s Purifying Charcoal Face Wash for Men

    Brickell

    Men’s Purifying Charcoal Face Wash for Men

    This cleanser keeps any man’s face soft and hydrated while smoothing his complexion. It’s sold in an 8-ounce bottle.
    $25
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    Neutrogena

    Men Daily Invigorating Foaming Gel Face Wash

    Neutrogena

    Men Daily Invigorating Foaming Gel Face Wash

    The cooling effect that this face wash provides leaves users feeling refreshed, plus it comes at a low price point.
    $0
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    Nivea

    Original Moisturizing Face Wash

    Nivea

    Original Moisturizing Face Wash

    This 5-ounce bottle of facial cleanser adds a significant amount of moisture to mens’ faces, leaving them feeling soft and smooth.

    $4

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