7 Best Soapless Face Cleansers In Singapore That Are Gentle & Won’t Irritate Sensitive Skin
A soapless cleanser sounds like an oxymoron - because how else can you get yourself clean without the use of soap? That’s one huge misconception right there, because with the use of other purifying ingredients, soap-free cleansers can in fact work just as well as regular ones, while being more gentle due to lower alkaline levels and a pH that’s closer to that of one’s skin.
If you have sensitive skin that itches or breaks out easily, or often experience eczema symptoms, try going soap-free with your face cleanser. Here are the best soapless face cleansers in Singapore so you can feel fresh without the post-wash discomfort.
Read on for the best soapless cleansers in Singapore that are suitable for sensitive skin!
#1: Cetaphil - Gentle Skin Cleanser ($16.43, U.P. $21.90)
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Keep skincare simple and fuss-free with the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser ($16.43, U.P. $21.90), a mild soapless formula that works for both the face and body. It can be used 2 ways: 1) With water, as you would use a regular soap, and 2) Without water, removed with a towel or tissue paper. The latter method is great on days where you’re short on time - just swipe and go in a matter of seconds!
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As it cleanses, it softens and soothes the skin while restoring its natural pH balance
Get it here from Cetaphil’s official Shopee Mall store.
P.S.: The one we’ve featured is a 500ml bottle, but you can also get the 1-litre version at $29.93 (U.P. $39.90).
#2: Bioderma - Atoderm Huile de douche ($39.90)
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One of the newest additions to their product line, Bioderma’s Atoderm Huile de douche ($39.90) anti-irritation cleansing oil is a handy 2-in-1 item that can be used both on the face and the body - saving you the hassle of having to search for multiple products when stocking up on bath supplies.
This gentle soap-free cleanser with a watery texture will relieve your skin of itchiness, flakiness, and tightness. Those who prefer to steer clear from harsh chemicals in skincare products can use this in comfort, knowing that it’s devoid of parabens, alcohol, colourants, preservatives, and sulfates, with only a light allergen-free fragrance used.
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Don’t be put off by the fact that it’s oil-based; Despite being highly hydrating, it won’t leave a greasy film after washing. Oh, and it comes in a 1-litre bottle, so you’re getting great bang for your buck!
Get it here from Bioderma’s official Shopee Mall store.
Read our review on Bioderma’s Atoderm Huile de douche and other products here.
#3: Dermalogica - Special Cleansing Gel ($73)
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Most soapless cleansers have a thin watery or gel-like consistency, which the Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel ($73) seems to have at first pump. But lather it up between your palms, and you’ll see the formula bubble up into a foamy cloud that gently sloughs off gunk from your skin.
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Calming ingredients like balm mint and lavender extract help soothe irritation as the skin’s moisture levels get rebalanced.
Get it here from Sephora.
#4: Eau Thermale Avène - Cleanance Gel Soapless Cleanser ($24.40, U.P. $30.50)
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Eau Thermale Avène is always a star when it comes to anti-irritation products that soothe the skin, and this can be owed to the fact that all their products are made using their very own Avène Thermal Spring Water, sourced from a small village in France.
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Their Cleanance Gel Soapless Cleanser ($24.40 on Shopee, U.P. $30.50) is especially good on oily, blemish-prone skin, as it helps soothe angry breakouts and mattify the skin’s texture without the dryness that’s often associated with acne care products.
Get it here from Eau Thermale Avène’s official Shopee Mall store.
See also: Eau Thermale Avène Soapless Foaming Gel ($26.08, U.P. $32.60)
#5: La Roche-Posay - Toleriane Softening Foaming Gel ($33.90)
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While La Roche-Posay has a solid range for acne (check out our writeup on their pimple cream!), they also serve well when it comes to sensitive skin, specifically with their Toleriane range.
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The Toleriane Softening Foaming Gel ($33.90), which is free of soap, preservatives, and fragrances is best for dry and sensitive skin that gets easily irritated. Infused with La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water, this soapless cleanser that helps strengthen the skin’s tolerance also doubles up as makeup remover.
Get it here from La Roche-Posay’s official LazMall store.
#6: QV - Face Gentle Cleanser ($16.60, U.P. $20.75)
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Approved by doctors, Australian brand QV is one you can rely on to tackle your sensitive skin issues. Soap-free, fragrance-free, and infused with safflower seed oil the QV Face Gentle Cleanser ($16.60, U.P. $20.75) does not include common irritants often found in soap and has a moisturising creamy texture.
Get it here from Watsons.
#7: derma365 - Eczema Gentle Cleanser ($39.90)
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Minimise your eczema woes with the derma365 Eczema Gentle Cleanser ($39.90), a clinically-tested soapless face and body cleanser specially created for those plagued by itchy, dry, and flaky skin. While providing hydration, it helps rebuild the skin’s protective barrier with ceramide, and balances pH levels.
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Text by: GirlStyle SG
