Top Skin Cleansers For Acne Prone Skin

Acne arises when your pores become clogged and inflamed with bacteria. Not only can the skin malady cause skin discomfort, but it can also scar your skin. Keep your pores clear, clean and acne-free with the right skin cleanser. Whether you use convenient cleaning pads or a basic liquid soap, choose a cleanser whose efficacy is vouched for by cosmetic experts or beauty magazines.

Clean & Clear Daily Pore Cleanser, Oil-Free

Clean & Clear's oil-free daily pore cleanser won top marks from cosmetics expert Paula Begoun, who called it one of the company's best cleansers. She liked it because it helped to clean even very oily skin and also effectively removed makeup buildup without leaving any residue, which is important for acne-prone skin. It also includes tiny exfoliator particles to help scrub away at dirt on the skin surface.

Biore Revitalize 4-in-1 Self-Foaming Cleanser

Biore's foaming cleanser won a spot on Elle magazine's list of 2010's best facial cleansers, earning the "Elle Approved" seal. The magazine said it effectively banishes acne, deep cleaning your pores to remove debris and other clogging matter. It also helps to tone your skin with natural extracts such as eucalyptus oil.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Cleanser

Nuetrogena's acne wash earned an "Editor's Pick" award from InStyle magazine, which placed it in its "Best Beauty Buys" list. The editors noted that it was gentle enough for use every day, despite its salicylic acid active ingredient. The acid keeps your pores clear and comes in as strong a concentration as is available in over-the-counter cleansers, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Brandt Blemishes No More Cleansing Pads

If you want to clean your face but don't want to deal with mess liquid cleansers, opt for Dr. Brandt's blemish-fighting cleansing pads. InStyle magazine noted that it was one of the best beauty buys of 2009. Each pad is textured to help to scrub away physical debris while its active ingredients help to kill the bacteria that cause acne. The main drawback is its price, with each container carrying only 60 one-time-use pads.