10 Best facial cleansers in Canada

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Last Updated - 2025/08/22

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Face Wash with Glycerin, Toleriane Purifying Foaming Double Cleansing Gel, Face Wash for Sensitive to Ultra-Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free, Paraben Free, Oil Free, 400mL

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This foam-to-gel cleanser, provides deep cleansing and daily hydration, while leaving skin feeling clean, fresh, and comfortable.
This cleanser is also fragrance-free, paraben-free, oil-free, and alcohol-free.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleansing Gel is a gentle face wash that is tailored for sensitive to ultra-sensitive skin.
It is formulated with glycerin to help replenish skin moisture and protect against water loss.
Apply twice daily, It is suitable for use on the face and body.
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9.8

Exceptional

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Face Wash Gel Cleanser, Effaclar Gentle Purifying Foaming Gel for Oily and Sensitive Acne-Prone Skin. Alcohol-free, Soap-Free, Paraben-free, Non-Comedogenic, 400mL

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Gentle cleanser for oily and sensitive skin. Removes dirt and excess sebum. Does not dry out skin.
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9.6

Exceptional

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CeraVe

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Face Cleanser, One-Step Face Wash With Hyaluronic Acid & Amino Acid Complex, Gently Cleanses Skin, Non-Comedogenic, Fragrance-Free, Normal to dry skin, 562mL

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9.9 worth the money

9.7 Aroma

9.5 For Gentle skin
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Removes Long-Wear Makeup: Effectively removes even long-lasting makeup and daily sunscreen without stripping the skin's natural moisture
Hydrates & Maintains Skin Barrier: Formulated with three essential ceramides, amino acids, and hyaluronic acid to hydrate, support the skin's natural moisturizing factors, and maintain the protective barrier
Gentle & Non-Drying: This fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and allergy-tested formula is gentle on sensitive skin and won't leave skin feeling tight or dry
Developed with Dermatologists: Expertly formulated for normal to dry skin, including sensitive skin types
Cream-to-Foam Formula: This unique cleanser starts as a hydrating cream and transforms into a gentle foam upon lathering, effectively removing dirt, oil, and makeup
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9.5

Excellent

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Value for Money

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Neutrogena

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Fragrance-Free Hydrating Cleansing Gel, Foaming, Facial Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid, Paraben Free, 473-mL

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One 473-millilitre bottle of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Gel Cleanser Fragrance-Free
Non-comedogenic and formulated without fragrance-, oil-, soap-, paraben-, dye-, phthalate-, and alcohol
Hypoallergenic wash contains hyaluronic acid naturally found in skin.
Hydrating face wash is clinically proven to increase skin’s hydration level and lock it in
Gel cleanser removes dirt, oil, makeup and impurities while leaving skin soft and supple
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9.3

Excellent

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CeraVe

CeraVe SALICYLIC ACID Cleanser, Renewing SA Smoothing BHA Exfoliant for Face. Suitable for Keratosis Pilaris & Psoriasis. Gentle Cleanser With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Vitamin D & Ceramides. Fragrance Free, No microbeads, 473ml

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9.3 worth the money

9.3 Aroma

8.9 For Gentle skin
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Suitable for Face & Body: This versatile cleanser can be used on both the face and body for overall smoother skin
Salicylic Acid Face Wash: CeraVe SA Cleanser for smooth skin provides gentle, non-irritating exfoliation without harsh microbeads or grains that can scratch the skin
Non-Irritating & Fragrance-Free: Developed with dermatologists, this non-comedogenic, non-irritating, and fragrance-free formula is gentle enough for sensitive skin
Hydrates & Restores Skin Barrier: Formulated with three essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to hydrate, soothe, and maintain the skin's protective barrier
Clears & Prevents Breakouts: Helps to clear acne on face and body, suitable for acne-prone and psoriasis-prone skin
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9.2

Excellent

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Cetaphil

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (500ml) - Hydrating Face Wash & Body Wash - Ideal for Sensitive, Dry Skin - Non-Irritating, Fragrance-Free and Dermatologist Recommended

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9.9 Comfort

9.3 For Gentle skin

8.9 Aroma
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Suitable for Sensitive Skin – The hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic formula is fragrance free and paraben free. This gentle yet effective face wash is clinically tested for sensitive skin.
Soap-Free Non-Foaming Daily Facial Cleanser - Clinically proven 2-in-1 (dual) action of effective moisturizing while gently cleansing.
New and Improved Ingredient Blend - Now with hydrating glycerin and skin essential vitamin B3 (niacinamide) and pro-vitamin B5 (panthenol)
MADE IN CANADA
Ideal for Dry to Normal, Sensitive Skin - Hydrates and soothes as it cleanses, protecting the skin's moisture barrier, even after repeat washes.
Can Be Used With or Without Water – Hydrates and soothes the skin (for 48-hours when used without water) while effectively removing dirt, excess oil, impurities and makeup through gentle, micellar technology
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9.1

Excellent

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THAYERS

THAYERS pH Balancing Daily Cleanser, Face Wash with Aloe Vera, Gentle and Hydrating Skin Care for Dry, Oily, or Acne Prone Skin, 237ml

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Time Tested Remedies: We're committed to excellence with our formulas, featuring classic ingredients we've used for nearly two centuries. Thayers elixirs have been a fixture in medicine cabinets for generations, once you use them, you'll know why
Moisture Barrier Maintenance: Jelly cleanser transforms into a foaming face wash that helps to strengthen the skin barrier and keep skin feeling comfortable and hydrated. Our foaming cleanser acts as a gentle but deep cleanser for pH balanced skin
It has 96% Natural Origin Ingredients: Our face cleanser features hydrating Aloe Vera and sodium hyaluronate. Daily aloe vera face wash cleanses, moisturizes and balances all skin types including oily, dry, sensitive and acne prone skin
Clean in Every Which Way: Our facial cleanser is Ophthalmologist and Dermatologist tested and dermatologist recommended for safety. Fragrance-free, oil-free, sulfate-free, cruelty-free, non-comedogenic and allergy tested skin care formula
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8.8

Very Good

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CeraVe

CeraVe Hydrating Face Wash, Daily, Gentle Moisturizing Non-Foaming Facial Cleanser for Men & Women with Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides, Glycerin. Suitable for Dry & Sensitive Skin, Fragrance-Free, 473ML

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9.3 worth the money

9.3 Moisturizing

9.3 For Gentle skin
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Restores & Maintains Skin Barrier: Formulated with three essential ceramides to help restore and maintain the skin's natural protective barrier
Locks in Moisture with Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic acid attracts and retains moisture for long-lasting hydration
Hydrates & Cleanses Without Over-Drying: Gently cleanses and refreshes normal to dry skin without stripping away essential moisture
Gentle & Non-Irritating: Developed with dermatologists, this non-comedogenic and fragrance-free formula is gentle enough for sensitive skin
All-Day Hydration with MVE Technology: Patented MVE Delivery Technology provides continuous moisturization throughout the day
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8.7

Very Good

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Cetaphil

Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser (500ml) - Gentle Foaming Daily Facial Cleanser, Ideal Face Wash for Sensitive, Acne Prone, Combination to Oily Skin, Dermatologist Recommended

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9.1 worth the money

9.1 For Gentle skin

8.9 Sheerness
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PH BALANCED & NON- COMEDOGENIC FACE WASH: Formulated for oily, combination or acne-prone skin, with a blend of niacinamide (vitamin B3), panthenol (vitamin B5) and hydrating glycerin locks in moisture for all skin types
MADE IN CANADA
DESIGNED FOR SENSITIVE SKIN: All Cetaphil skincare products, from skin cleansers to moisturizers and more, are effective, yet non-irritating for all skin types, from normal skin to dry, sensitive skin
DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED: As a leading brand for sensitive skin, Cetaphil products are recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association
DEFENDS AGAINST 5 SIGNS OF SKIN SENSITIVITY: Dryness, itchiness, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier
DAILY OILY SKIN FACIAL CLEANSER: One 500ml bottle of Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser a gentle, foaming cleanser that removes 99% excess oil, dirt and make-up. Rinses clean without leaving residue that can irritate your skin
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8.5

Good

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Neutrogena

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, Facial Cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment, Daily Oil-Free Acne Face Wash for Acne-Prone Skin with Salicylic Acid, 269mL

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Use this acne face wash from a dermatologist-recommended brand as part of a daily skincare routine.
Residue- and oil-free formula is non-comedogenic so it won't clog pores. This daily acne face wash also rinses clean without over drying or irritating the skin to help unclog pores and treat acne pimples
Oil-free facial cleanser features a MicroClear technology to help boost delivery of salicylic acid, an acne fighting ingredient, to help clear up acne pimples
From a dermatologist recommended brand, this unique formula gently cleanses deep down into pores while salicylic acid acne treatment helps clear and prevent breakouts in one simple step
269-milliliter pump bottle of Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash with 2% salicylic acid acne treatment to help fight and prevent acne breakouts while cleansing skin
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8.3

Good

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