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Guys, It's Time to Ditch the Bar Soap and Get a Real Face Wash for Men

We're coming clean about the most refreshing picks.

best men's face wash
Rugged & Dapper

Basic soap and water won't do the trick when it comes to washing your face. Take care of the skin you're in with washes for your every need, from anti-aging to acne-fighting. Whether your skin is oily, dry, sensitive, or combination, we found the 10 best men's face washes you'll want to rinse and repeat.

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Best Overall
Jack Black Jack Black Men's Pure Clean Daily Facial Cleanser

Looking for a cleanser that won't overpower and dry out your skin? This two-in-one cleanser and tonerfrom Jack Black will make you a smooth operator thanks to soothing aloe and chamomile to reduce redness. A cleanser that removes dirt and oil without irritating your skin? Yes, please!

Rugged and Dapper
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Best Exfoliant
Rugged & Dapper Men’s Facial Cleanser

The brand name says it all. This exfoliating face wash that’s great for all skin types will have you looking dapper, while still feeling rugged with its all-black packaging and fresh scent. It's a top-rated face wash on Amazon for a reason!

The ingredient list is next-level, thanks to calendula (a favorite of top grooming experts), tea tree oil (great for nourishing while fighting acne), willow bark (an exfoliant), and more. Follow your face wash with their awesome moisturizer for the fresh skin you always wanted, with very little effort.

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Best Deep Clean
Brickell Men’s Purifying Charcoal Face Wash

Give your skin the deep-cleaning it needs with an activated charcoal face wash that helps to pull out bacteria and dirt in your skin. From face masks, to shampoos, GQ agrees that charcoal is a must-have to add to your grooming routine

Besides activated charcoal, this Brickell’s face wash has moisturizing ingredients of olive oil, jojoba oil, and aloe vera that work wonders for guys with dry and sensitive skin. 

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Best Face Wipes
Anthony Glycolic Exfoliating and Resurfacing Face Wash Wipes for Men

No scrub, no excuse! When you're on the go and don't have that spare minute to freshen up, these wipes from Anthony will be your best bet for keeping a clean mug. The combo of glycolic acid, menthol, and aloe vera wipe away grime and moisturize your skin. Perfect for the guy who loves to work out, we recommend you keep a pack handy in your gym bag.

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Best Korean Brand
DTRT Men's Face to Face Foam Cleanser

This Korean grooming brand already won us over with their next-level moisturizer, and now we're already hooked on Face to Face. The thick foam cleanser doubles as shaving cream and face wash with black willow bark extract (it contains salicylic acid) to wash away dead skin cells for smooth, clean skin. DTRT (Do The Right Thing) also has the killer simple and masculine packaging we want in our dopp kits.

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Most Affordable
Harry’s Daily Face Wash

While some of the top face washes can cost more than a man might want to spend, Harry's has the solution to men's grooming at an affordable price.

For only $7, this super light exfoliating face wash is a bargain any guy can get behind to gently remove dead skin and give your face a little morning wake-up with peppermint. With a small dab of this foaming face wash, you'll be on your way to fresh, clear skin in no time.

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Best Smelling Cleanser
Malin + Goetz Grapefruit Face Cleanser for Men

This Malin + Goetz cleanser is our face wash pick for any man. This best-seller works on all skin types and gives your skin a deep clean without drying or damaging it. Plus, grapefruit extract acts as a natural cleanser with a fresh smell. The simple bro-friendly packaging is also great for masculine men who want to keep their bathrooms looking macho.

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Best Energizing Cleanser
Kiehl's Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash

Wake up and smell the face wash! This energizing men's cleanser from Kiehl's has caffeine in it — another major skincare trend for its anti-inflammatory qualities and its ability to reduce wrinkles. With citrus extract and menthol, you're bound to seize the day, no matter how little sleep you got.

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Best Foam Cleanser
Ursa Major Fantastic Face Wash for Men

$28.00

This gentle foaming cleanser with AHA complex to exfoliate dead skin cells makes your morning routine feel extra luxe with the scent of cedar, lime, and spearmint essential oils. 

With ingredients like lemon and sugarcane as a natural source of alpha hydroxy acids, along with aloe, white tea, and rice seed that sooth and hydrate skin, this face wash gives your skin the first-class treatment it deserves.

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Best for Dry Skin
Vasanti BrightenUp! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator

When the weather changes, so does our skin. Winter can leave you with a dry, dull complexion, but we found a solution in this face wash for men. Vasanti's Brighten Up! uses papaya enzymes to break down dead skin cells, exfoliates with micro-crystals, and hydrates with aloe to leave your face looking rested and rejuvenated.

Get that healthy vacation glow without the miles? Yes, please!

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Best Detoxifying Cleanser
Boscia Detoxifying Black Cleanser

The charcoal skin care craze is everywhere — and for good reason. This Boscia black cleanser contains charcoal that works like a magnet to clear out dirt and oil from pores, and it minimizes pore size with artichoke-leaf extract. Did we mention how cool it is to use a black-colored cleanser?

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Best for Acne-Prone Skin
Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam

The struggle of adult acne is real! Clinique's Acne Solutions face wash for men is just the trick for a clean break with its dermatologist-tested mild foam cleanser. When using this cleanser as part of Clinique's Clear Skin System, Clinique says it can reduce blemishes by 37% in three days. If your skin is having a manic Monday, use this foam cleanser, and you'll be good in time for a long weekend getaway.

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Best Clay Face Cleaner
Lab Series Men's Oil Control Clay Face Cleanser and Mask

Use it as a daily facial cleanser, or leave on for a few minutes to use as a mask. Amazonian White Clay is perfect for reducing excess oil, unclogging pores, and fighting blemishes when combined with Salicylic Acid and Acetyl Glucosamine. If shiny, oily skin is your issue, look no further than this effective face wash for a matte look, without stripping the skin barrier.  

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