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[Skincare](/beauty/skincare)

 /  19 September 2023  

#  5 Affordable Cleansers We Really Rate  


We all know every good skincare routine should start with a decent cleanser but there’s no need to spend a fortune to find one that works. Here, we’ve rounded up the best – from gels to balms…  


BySapna Rao

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## THE GEL 



 

[Super Healthy Skin™, £50 | Beauty Pie](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=12780&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautypie.com%2Fproducts%2Fsuper-healthy-skin-gentle-foamy-face-wash)

If you’re after something lightweight and easy to use, make this foaming gel cleanser your go-to. It contains hydrophilic oil and purifying amino acids to give the skin a clean and fresh feel without stripping it of its natural moisture. Meanwhile, gentle exfoliants improve the look and feel of your skin’s texture, too.

Available at [BeautyPie.com](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=12780&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautypie.com%2Fproducts%2Fsuper-healthy-skin-gentle-foamy-face-wash)



  

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## THE FOAM 



 

[Tea Tree &amp; Witch Hazel Foaming Face Wash, £4.50 | Boots](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fboots-tea-tree-and-witch-hazel-foaming-face-wash-150ml-10315778)

If the Boots own-brand products have fallen a little under your radar, this is your sign to give them a go. There’s no question the products are affordable, but fans also rave about how effective and hardworking they are. This cleanser is great for tackling problematic skin – the tree and witch hazel-based formula is specifically designed to fight spot-causing bacteria.

Available at [Boots.com](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fboots-tea-tree-and-witch-hazel-foaming-face-wash-150ml-10315778)



  

 

 

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## THE BALM 



 

[Purple Ginseng Cleansing Balm, £21 | Naturium](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fcleansers%2Fcleanser%2Fpurple-ginseng-cleansing-balm-UK200036496.html&clickref=beauty%2Fskincare%2Fafford_amcid-ZQ3VogJZNEiPYlreENFxO)

To properly melt away the dirt of the day, this cleanser is both soothing and effective. Formulated with a blend of linoleic-rich oils and plant-based ingredients, it’s gentle, too – making it a reliable option if you’re on the more sensitive side.

Available at [SpaceNK.com](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fcleansers%2Fcleanser%2Fpurple-ginseng-cleansing-balm-UK200036496.html&clickref=beauty%2Fskincare%2Fafford_amcid-VFolebPO3lBpxsbmNIVqU)



  

 

 

 



 

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## THE OIL 



 

[Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser, £14 | CeraVe](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fcerave-hydrating-oil-cleanser-236ml-10306571&clickref=beauty%2Fskincare%2Fafford_amcid-izE2gFVVBYbbOQMYsrBJQ)

Regular readers know we’re big fans of Cerave’s cleansers. The range has something for everyone – whether your skin is dry, oily or acne prone. Plus, there are several formulas available to suit your preference. A favourite is this oil-to-foam cleanser which – unlike a typical oil-based product – doesn't feel greasy or heavy on the skin. Instead, when it meets with water, the gel transforms into a creamy foam that removes make-up and other impurities.

Available at [Boots.com](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fcerave-hydrating-oil-cleanser-236ml-10306571&clickref=beauty%2Fskincare%2Fafford_amcid-VNBoFMYzVIMEAJImMOiFA)



  

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## THE CREAM 



 

[Hydrating Cleansing Foam With Green Tea, £9 | Innisfree](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=22773&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2FHydrating-Cleansing-Foam-with-Green-Tea-150-ml)

Formulated as a cream, but transforming into a foam on contact with water, this cleaner is perfect for dry skin in need of a hydration boost. Kind to the skin barrier, added green tea is effective at keeping the skin soft, supple and fresh, while also declogging pores to minimise breakouts.

Available at [Sephora.co.uk](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=22773&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2FHydrating-Cleansing-Foam-with-Green-Tea-150-ml)



  

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

  

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