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Best Cruelty-free Face Cleansers that are good for Acne

Explore the top cruelty free face cleansers for acne with detailed ingredient breakdowns, usage guidelines, and reviews from skincare lovers like you.

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COSRX

Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser

2.9 (102) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $5.19

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 25 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and oily skin
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Anua

Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam

3.1 (42) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $11.00

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 40 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

COSRX

Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

2.7 (36) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $3.89

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 23 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and oily skin
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

SKIN1004

Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam

3.6 (28) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $12.29

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains niacinamide and vitamin c.

Details

This product contains 33 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

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Salicylic Acid Cleanser

3.6 (14) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ British

⸱ $11.99

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 26 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

KAINE

Kombu Hydrating Daily Cleanser

4.2 (28) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $16.69

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains ceramides, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.

Details

This product contains 27 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Paula's Choice

Clear Pore Normalizing Cleanser

3.9 (7) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $15.00

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 18 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or silicones
it does contain oils and sulfates
it is likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Naturium

Niacinamide Cleansing Gelée 3%

5.0 (3) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, vitamin c and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 15 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Klued

2% Salicylic Acid Gentle Cleanser

3.4 (7) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Filipino

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, ceramides and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 14 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Luxe Organix

Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Cleanser

4.6 (7) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Filipino

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains hyaluronic acid.

Details

This product contains 27 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Dove

Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar

4.0 (3) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $9.10

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains exfoliants.

Details

This product contains 15 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Minimalist

Salicylic + LHA 2% Face Cleanser

Face Cleanser ⸱ Indian

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha and exfoliants.

Details

This product contains 28 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Anua

Heartleaf Succinic Moisture Cleansing Foam

3.4 (7) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $13.65

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha and ceramides.

Details

This product contains 38 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

innisfree

Volcanic Pore BHA Cleansing Foam

1.0 (1) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $8.69

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha and exfoliants.

Details

This product contains 25 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Anua

8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser

5.0 (9) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains hyaluronic acid.

Details

This product contains 32 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Skinfix

Acne+ 2% BHA + Azelaic Acid + Niacinamide + AHA Cleanser

4.0 (10) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Canadian

⸱ $35.00

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, niacinamide and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 25 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Peach Slices

Acne Clarifying Cleanser

3.8 (8) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $10.99

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha and hyaluronic acid.

Details

This product contains 20 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

COSRX

AC Collection Calming Foam Cleanser

5.0 (1) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $5.79

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 24 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

SKIN1004

Tea-Trica BHA Foam

2.4 (7) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $10.49

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 37 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and oily skin
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Kate Somerville

Eradikate Daily Cleanser

3.5 (4) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $44.00

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains exfoliants and peptides.

Details

This product contains 32 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain common allergens and fragrances
it is likely to be good for dry skin
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

JUMISO

Pore Purifying Salicylic Acid Foaming Cleanser

Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

⸱ $18.00

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha and exfoliants.

Details

This product contains 17 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Skintific

5X Ceramide Low PH Cleanser

3.0 (1) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Chinese

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, vitamin c and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 38 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

The Raw

Rough and Bumpy Ceramides Cleanser

4.0 (3) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Malaysian

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.

Details

This product contains 37 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or silicones
it does contain sulfates
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Quickfx

Pimple Eraser Facial Gel Cleanser

3.5 (4) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Filipino

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, niacinamide and vitamin c.

Details

This product contains 19 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Urban Skin

Even Tone Gentle Gel Cleanser

4.0 (1) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $15.99

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, niacinamide and retinoid.

Details

This product contains 22 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain oils
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

Good Molecules

Acne Foaming Cleanser

Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $12.00

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains bha.

Details

This product contains 13 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

e.l.f. cosmetics

Pure Skin Cleanser

4.7 (3) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ American

⸱ $8.96

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains ceramides, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 24 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
it is reef safe
it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Luxe Organix

Miracle Solutions Acne Derm + Gel Cleanser

5.0 (1) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Filipino

cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, pha and vitamin e.

Details

This product contains 39 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe

KAINE

Rosemary Relief Gel Cleanser

3.3 (10) ⸱ Face Cleanser ⸱ Korean

vegan and cruelty-free face cleanser that contains aha, bha and hyaluronic acid.

Details

This product contains 43 ingredients.

it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
it does contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
it is likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
it is fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe