Gel Cleanser

Is a gel cleanser the right option for your skin?

With so many different cleansers on the market, choosing the right one can be confusing. At Healthylife, we offer a wide selection of gel cleansers by well-known brands like Neutrogena, Simple, Avene, Natio and Garnier, each formulated to help you achieve healthier skin. Here’s what you need to know before adding a gel cleanser to your skincare routine. 

What is a gel cleanser?

A gel cleanser is typically a water-based facial cleanser with a gel-like texture. Like other facial cleansers, gel cleansers are designed to remove dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin. Some people find they achieve a deeper clean with a gel cleanser without it being too harsh or drying.

Gel cleansers are usually lightweight while also deep-cleaning. Many gel cleansers also foam when mixed with water. This means they may remove impurities while leaving your skin feeling clean but not stripped of natural oils. Many gel cleanser formulations are also designed to maintain your skin’s moisture balance, so you may find them not as drying as other harsh cleansers, like bar soaps.

What type of skin is a gel cleanser best suited to? 

Gel cleansers are versatile and may be suitable for a wide range of skin types. Because they help remove excess sebum (oil), preventing clogged pores that may lead to breakouts, they can be especially helpful if you have oily, combination or acne-prone skin.

How do you use a gel cleanser?

Start with clean hands to avoid transferring dirt and bacteria to your skin. Wet your face with lukewarm water and then take a small amount of gel cleanser, gently rub it between your palms to lather it up and apply it to your damp face. It can be helpful to focus on areas where you tend to have more oil build-up, such as your t-zone. Massage the gel cleanser into your skin for 30 seconds, to ensure you thoroughly remove dirt and oil, and then use lukewarm water to rinse it off. 

Once you’ve rinsed the cleanser off, use a clean, soft towel to gently pat your skin dry. Follow up with a toner, serum, and moisturiser. Don’t forget sunscreen if it’s daytime.

What is the best time and way to use a gel cleanser?

You may see results when you use a gel cleanser once or twice a day: in the morning when you wake up and at the end of the day before you go to sleep. However, if you have sensitive skin, it may be advisable to cleanse only once a day to avoid over-cleansing. 

Explore our wide range of gel cleansers today and find the product best suited to your skin type and budget.