Finding the right face wash when you're dealing with both dry and acne-prone skin can be tricky.

You want something that deeply cleans without stripping away moisture and after some trial and error, these are the cleansers that stood out for me!

1. Beplain Greenful pH-Balanced Cleansing Foam

This underrated Korean gem has been a skin-saver. It’s gentle, maintains a healthy pH balance, and leaves my skin feeling clean yet still hydrated. No tightness, no dryness—just soft, calm skin. It’s become a staple in my routine, and I genuinely can’t recommend it enough for sensitive or dry skin types that also deal with breakouts.

2. Derma E Acne Deep Pore Cleansing Wash

This one targets acne with powerful natural ingredients and does an impressive job at clearing out clogged pores. While it did help reduce breakouts, I personally found it too drying. My skin felt like it was missing moisture after every wash, so I decided to stop using it despite its acne-fighting benefits.

3. Rhonda Allison Green Tea Beta Cleanser (Mandelic Clear)

Recommended by my esthetician, this cleanser contains green tea and mandelic acid—great for gentle exfoliation and calming inflamed skin. It's effective at managing acne and improving skin texture. When I first tried it, my barrier was too fragile and it felt a bit harsh. But now that my skin has strengthened, I’m planning to give it another go because of how promising the ingredients are.

If you’re on the hunt for cleansers that won’t compromise hydration but still support acne care, I hope this list gives you a helpful head start!