These Men’s Face Washes Are Designed to Hydrate Your Facial Hair and Clear Your Skin (2024)

Jack Black makes everything a man needs for a skin regimen of any level, but at its simplest, the Pure Clean cleanser is a gentle wash you can use both morning and night. The cream texture doesn't lather up too much, but a small amount still goes a long way.

The sulfate-free formula doesn’t leave your face feeling dry, and there’s no overbearing scent. Its natural ingredients do have a very mild, clean smell, but it isn’t perfume-like or overbearing and won’t conflict with any cologne you wear.

I used this face wash for years and it never left my skin feeling dry, not to mention the price point. I prefer washes that lather up more than this does, which is why I switched away from it, but as far as gentle cleansers go, this is the best I’ve tried. It’s also worth noting, the Turbo wash was the product that got me hooked on Jack Black skincare.

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Cetaphil is highly recommended by skin experts and can be found in almost any store or pharmacy. The gel cleanser is free of fragrances, doesn’t contain soap, and is hypoallergenic, ensuring no irritation for those with sensitive skin.

It doesn’t foam up and won’t leave your skin feeling dry, and can be used right in the shower. This is the best no-frills cleanser if you have acne-prone skin or experience irritation with daily washing.

I’ve used this cleanser on and off, but mostly keep it in my back pocket for when my skin feels dry in winter. This delivers the clean feeling after I wash my face, but I usually opt for a more intensive cleanser, so it’s a good pick for those drier days.

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Kiehl’s Facial Fuel wash is a great option for men who like that refreshing tingle sensation—in this case, thanks to menthol and caffeine.

The liquid cleanser foams into a substantial lather and feels like a deep clean without over-drying my face due to the alcohol-free formula. A little goes a long way in terms of the amount you need since it foams up so well—I feel like I get more from this bottle than other facial cleansers.

The tingling sensation is the “energizing” part of the Facial Fuel, and this face wash stands out because that tight feeling you might get from other menthol or eucalyptus products isn’t present here. In fact, the scent is nice to have when you’re trying to wake up for the day.

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For guys who struggle with acne, washing your face everyday sometimes isn’t enough. This face wash combats acne with its formula that includes salicylic acid. It’s also paraben-free, which is important for acne sufferers, and the liquid form works into a good lather with a clean scent.

Acne isn’t a huge issue for me, but I’ve used my fair share of salicylic acid washes. While most of them leave my face feeling like I just scrubbed antiseptic all over it, this one is gentle enough to use any day, whether my skin’s acting up or not.

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Baxter started with hairstyling products but has branched out to shaving and skin care. This sulfate-free face wash for men has gained popularity because it's effective, long-lasting, and unscented. The formula includes aloe vera, too, which helps hydrate dry skin.

User reviews note that the wash has a great lather and that one bottle lasts for an exceptionally long time. They also say their faces feels moisturized after washing but the wash doesn't feel oily or greasy.

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This wash is good for all skin types, but especially helpful for those with dry or sensitive skin. It’s packed with organic ingredients like jojoba oil and aloe vera that hydrate and help repair the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Jojoba oil is also found in most beard grooming products, so this wash will cleanse and nurture both your face and beard.

The light pleasant scent comes from the organic ingredients and there are no artificial perfumes in the formula. Peppermint and eucalyptus give you the cooling “tingling” feeling without leaving an overpowering scent. It’ll give you that clean feeling without your face feeling tight or dry thanks to all of its moisturizing properties.

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This mild cleanser is a two-in-one combo of wash and conditioner to remove dirt and dead skin from your face and beard. Argan and avocado oil are the key ingredients that soften your beard and keep your skin moisturized, and the added menthol gives the cooling tingle after use.

Reviews report that “even notoriously dry skin in winter” is improved by using this face wash daily. It reduces itchiness and flaky dead skin when the air is cold and dry.

This is best suited for men with beards as the main focus is hydration and conditioning. Its mild cleanser will do an adequate job, but if you have oily skin or are mainly focused on washing you should opt for something else to supplement your skincare.

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This face wash is my personal favorite in the list as it works best for my skin type. It has a rich lather and leaves me with a natural clean feeling. The ingredients give it an earthy scent that's pleasant but not overbearing, and the texture is a grainy paste that doesn't feel abrasive or irritating but achieves a deeper cleaning effect by lightly exfoliating my pores.

It easily rinses away and never leaves my skin feeling dry. It also has that tingly refreshing feeling thanks to peppermint and a slew of plant-based oils that nourish and moisturize dry skin.

This cleanser is gentle enough to use daily and one bottle lasts me awhile. I'm a fan of the clean scent, but if you wear cologne or prefer unscented, this may be too strong.

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