If you’re spending more than $20 on your cleanser, there’s a good chance you’re overpaying. While cleansers can work wonders to wash the day away and dissolve makeup, they still get rinsed down the sink by the time you’re done with them, so you’re essentially rinsing away money that could be better spent on a nourishing serum or moisturizer instead.
“One of the biggest mistakes I see my patients make is buying expensive cleansers,” Dr. Sonita Sadio of Sub Rosa Private Aesthetics explains. She tells her patients to ditch the expensive stuff and swap them out for cheaper options.
When it comes down to it, the goal of washing your face is to remove all traces of makeup, clean your skin, and maintain your pH balance. A cleanser at any price point can achieve these results, so why spend more? Here’s a list of 10 cleansers that deliver results on a budget.