Best face wash for oily skin in India
8 face washes for oily skin, from the products Miyu has read the most reviews for.
How this list is made
Every product here is listed for oily skin, and has at least five reviews Miyu has read. They are ranked by how positively reviewers talk about them, weighted by how many reviews there are, minus how often reviewers report a skin problem — breakouts, irritation, dryness or darkening. Nobody pays to be on this list.
What suits most oily skin may not suit yours. Ask Miyu to check one against your own skin.
#1 · The Derma Co
2% Sali-Cinamide Anti-Acne Face Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid & 2% Niacinamide - 150ml
Best for: acne-prone skin; oily skin with breakouts
Reviewers like: Effectively reduces and prevents acne and comedones
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin
#2 · Pilgrim
24K Gold Gel Face Wash
Best for: daily cleansing; brightening dull skin
Reviewers like: Gives a radiant glow and evens skin tone
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive to fragrance
#3 · Dot & Key
Vitamin C + E Gel Face Wash for Glowing Skin
Best for: dull skin; uneven skin tone
Reviewers like: Gives clear and glowing skin
Avoid if: very dry skin (may be stripping); fragrance-sensitive skin
#4 · The Face Shop
Rice Water Bright Korean Foaming Cleanser
Best for: deep cleansing; brightening dull skin
Reviewers like: Cleanses skin effectively, removing dirt and makeup
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin
#5 · Neutrogena
Oil Free Acne Cleansing Face Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid for Acne Prone & Oily Skin
Best for: active acne breakouts; preventing new acne
Reviewers like: Effectively fights and reduces acne breakouts
Avoid if: dry skin; sensitive skin
#6 · Plum
2% Niacinamide & Rice Water Face Wash For Clear & Bright Skin
Best for: oily skin with clogged pores; dull skin needing brightening
Reviewers like: Does not dry out skin, leaves it feeling soft and fresh
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin to new ingredients
#7 · La Roche-Posay
Effaclar Purifying Anti-Acne Gel Face wash, Gentle Cleanser for Oily, Acne Prone skin
Best for: acne-prone skin; excess oil control
Reviewers like: Controls oiliness and shine
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin
#8 · The Derma Co
1% Kojic Acid Face Wash with Niacinamide & Alpha Arbutin For Dark Spots & Pigmentation - 150 ml
Best for: dark spots and pigmentation; uneven skin tone
Reviewers like: Reduces acne and acne marks
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin
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