8 Best Face Washes for Acne

A gentle cleanser, this Bioderma micellar water will remove makeup, grime and impurities that can clog pores without drying out skin, which is key when you have hormonal acne. “It leaves my skin feeling clean and moisturized until I wash it,” shares one Dermstore user. And it’s easy to use — just swipe with a cotton pad and go, no rinsing required.

• Key ingredients: Micellar water
• Formula type: Liquid
• Size: 16.7 ounces

A Walmart best-seller and for good reason: This intensive Clearasil cleanser with salicylic acid works its magic quickly, helping to reduce breakouts in as fast as 12 hours. “I would recommend it to anyone who has any type of acne or even just a few blemishes they want to clear up,” one Walmart reviewer says. “It works quickly as stated on the bottle.” Note: The formula can be drying, so make sure to follow with a good moisturizer.

• Key ingredients: Salicylic acid
• Formula type: Cream
• Size: 6.78 ounces