Best face cleansers for dry, sensitive mature skin
We need the best face washes and cleansers for dry, sensitive mature skin. That’s because aging skin is drier and more delicate. This is true even if you’ve noticed larger pores and an oilier T-zone.
What makes a face wash suitable for mature skin?
First,
NO TO
- drying alcohols
- alkaline soap
- abrasive ingredients
Second, it should be able to remove makeup and cleanse oil without leaving your skin tight or reddened.
Lately, my skin has decided to be very sensitive, so I’ve had to completely change the products I use to clean my face in the evening.
WHAT ARE THE BEST FACE CLEANSERS FOR DRY MATURE SENSITIVE SKIN?
A cleansing trio that won’t betray you
I admit, when I was younger, removing my makeup at night was never my strong point. I always used just bar soap.
If only I’d known that removing off makeup with
1// cleansing oil and/or micellar water
2// followed by a creamy conditioning cleanser,
is one of the best ways to pamper skin and keep it clean.
For my acne-prone ladies, swap out the creamy cleanser for a non-drying medicated cleanser with salicylic acid.
BEST ANTI AGING FACE WASH 2020
One face cleanser does not fit all. Here is, my favorite formulas for leaving skin both clean and plumped.
GERA VE HYDRATING-CLEANSER
Shoppers Drug Mart
Dermatologist recommended.
I use this as the second step in my evening cleansing routine, to get extra clean skin without drying it out. After rinsing it off my skin feels clean, but still very soft and hydrated. I have sensitive, eczema-prone skin, and this doesn’t irritate me!
It’s strong enough to remove makeup if you let it work for a couple of minutes and doesn’t contain parabens, oils, or soap.
HOW TO USE IT:
Wet skin with lukewarm water. Massage cleanser into the skin in a gentle, circular motion. Rinse.
INGREDIENTS:
Aqua, Glycerin(humectant), Cetearyl Alcohol (emulsifier/ soften the skin), Ceramide NP(moisturize), Ceramide AP(moisturize), Ceramide EOP(moisturize), Phytosphingosine(reduce redness/anti-acne), Cholesterol(restore skin barrier), Hyaluronic Acid(humectant), Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate (emulsifier, and moisturizer), Behentrimonium Methosulfate(conditioning), Glyceryl Monostearate(emulsifier), Stearyl Alcohol(emollient), Cetyl Alcohol(emollient), PEG-40 Stearate(cleansing), Polysorbate 20(cleansing), Potassium Phosphate(cleansing), Dipotassium Phosphate(maintain the pH), Methylparaben(preservative), Propylparaben(preservative), Disodium EDTA(preservative), Carbomer(texture), Xanthan Gum(texture).
NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST HYDRATING GEL CLEANSER
I had been looking for a cleanser that would not irritate my skin but would still be effective in cleansing and I finally found the one! Try it, the Hydro Boost Gel has hyaluronic acid in it.
By the way, this formula easily lathers away makeup and doesn’t contain parabens or oils.
HOW TO USE IT:
Mix with water in your hands and massage onto face skin in a gentle, circular motion. Rinse off with a micro cloth.
INGREDIENTS:
Water, Glycerin (humectant), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine (foam booster), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (cleansing), Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate (emollient), Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate (humectant), Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (humectant), Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative), Linoleamidopropyl PG-dimonium Chloride Phosphate (cleansing), Polyquaternium-10 (Texture Enhancer), Polysorbate 20 (Texture Enhancer), Sodium Isethionate (foaming), Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (cleansing), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (cleansing), Potassium Acrylates Copolymer (texture enhancer), Sodium Chloride (thickening), Propylene Glycol (humectant), Disodium EDTA (preservative), Citric Acid (adjust pH/anti-aging), Sodium Hydroxide (adjust pH/cleansing), Hydroxyacetophenone (preservative), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Parfum
CALM REDNESS RELIEF CLEANSER FOR NORMAL TO DRY SKIN
This cleanser is very light, unscented, creamy, and effectively removes makeup without stripping skin of its natural oils. It’s a creamy formula with a very light barely any lather at all. After I pat dry face, my skin is clean and almost hydrated, which is important for people with sensitive and dry skin.
HOW TO USE IT:
Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area with vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use it with a clean, wet washcloth.
INGREDIENTS:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate (cleansing), Glycol Stearate (texture-enhancing), Methyl Gluceth-20 (emollient), Glyceryl Stearate (texture-enhancing), Hydroxyethylcellulose (texture-enhancing), Chamomilla Recutita Matricaria Flower Extract (chamomile/skin-soothing), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (hydration/skin-soothing), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (cleansing), Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (cleansing), Sodium Hyaluronate (hydration/skin-replenishing), Sodium PCA (hydration/skin-replenishing), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Hexylene Glycol (preservative), Propylene Glycol (hydration), Citric Acid (pH balancer), Phytic Acid (stabilizer), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).
l personally prefers micellar water to cleansing oil, for a simple reason. It’s easier to clean the sink.
Hey, somebody has to clean.