CLEANSERS: Cleansers by TypeUpdated 2 days ago
When looking for a cleanser that is right for your skin, there are a few things to consider.
1. What is your Skin Type?
Dry Skin:
- Minimally visible pores
- Feels tight and dry shortly after washing
Normal/Combination Skin:
- Visible pores, mainly in the T-zone
- May not need moisturizer immediately, but can feel dry after an hour or two
Oily Skin:
- Noticeable pores from the T-zone extending to the cheeks
- Rarely feels dry after washing; may become shiny/greasy by noon if not well-hydrated
2. What type of cleanser do you prefer?
At AOS, we LOVE cleansers. They are the sensual delight of our skincare ritual. In this document, we have broken cleansers down by type. You may find that you like to use multiple types of cleansers depending on the time of day. We recommend trying several and discovering your cleanser pleasure!
OIL CLEANSERS
Oil cleansers are excellent for removing oily makeup and pollutants from the skin. Be sure that you choose an oil cleanser that emulsifies! This type of oil will act as a magnet to pull debris from your pores and help prevent blackhead buildup. (Tip: All AOS oil cleansers emulsify in water!)
Normal to Dry Skin Types - Sorella Apothecary Melt Away Cleansing Ritual
All Skin Types - ORGAID Cleansing Oil Ultra Deep Cleanse
All Skin Types, especially oily - Michele Corley Pore Clearing Cleansing Oil
FOAM CLEANSERS
At AOS, we love foam cleansers for cleansing at the sink. They are easy to apply and remove with a damp, warm AOS Luxe cloth or AOS Luxe Eco Towel.
Dry Mature Skin in need of plumping hydration - HOP+ Pro Volumizing Mousse Daily Foaming Cleanser
Normal & Combination Skin in need of gentle exfoliation - PurErb Caviar Lime Cleansing Foam
Blemish Prone Skin - Dr. esthé AC Control Mousse Cleanser
Sensitized Skin - GlyMed Plus Foaming Cleanser with Amino Acids
CREAMY CLEANSERS
Loved by clients with mature, dry skin. These gentle cleansers also remove makeup. Contrary to popular belief, creamy cleansers are not the most hydrating of cleanser types. Water-based cleansing gels and foams attract more water into the skin for rehydration and pumping.
Dry Skin Cleanser with a delightful scent! - Sorella Apothecary Apricot Mango Cleansing Milk and Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser
Most calming and relaxing cleanser with a soul-soothing lavender scent- GlyMed Plus Mega Cream Cleanser
Barrier-building and loaded with Probiotics, those with sensitive skin love this light, creamy cleanser that rinses clean. - Rhonda Allison Gentle Peptide Cleanse
Blemish Prone - Face Reality Barrier Balance Creamy Cleanser
GEL CLEANSERS
Barrier Repair & Sensitized Skin - Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser
Prone to Flushing and Redness - Hale & Hush Quiet Wash
All Around Best Selling Cleanser - Face Reality Ultra Gentle Gel Cleanser
Brightening Cleanser - Skin Script Honey Brightening Cleanser
Pore Clearing - Le Mieux Exfoliating Cleansing Gel
POWDER CLEANSER
We only have one but we love it! It is nice NOT to pay for water. This enzyme cleanser digests away dry dull skin cells to keep the pores clean and the skin super firm.
All Skin Types except very dry and sensitive - Dr. esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash
CLEANSER WITH GRANULES
Our minimalists love these cleaners. They gently clean the skin and utilize gentle beads to smooth rough skin texture.
Smoothing - Rhonda Allison Gentle Jojoba Beads
Soothing and Smoothing - Face Reality Antioxidant Scrub
CORRECTIVE CLEANSERS WITH ACTIVES(ACIDS)
Breakouts: BiON Bacteriostat Cleanser
Blackheads: Le Mieux Exfoliating Cleansing Gel
Dark Spots: Rhonda Allison Skin Brightening Cleanse
Lines, Wrinkles & Dark Spots: Rhonda Allison Pumpkin Lactic Cleanse
Sensitive: NeoGenesis Cleanser
CLEANSERS WITH ENZYMES
All Skin Types: Dr. esthé Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash
Dry and Sensitive: Botnia Essential Enzymes