by Tiffany Belle

Created on: July 16, 2008   Last Updated: May 11, 2009

Different types of skin require different types of face washes. If you have oily skin, you should not use a regular face wash, as it may make your face even oilier. When you suffer from oily skin, you know how frustrating it can be to deal with it. Using a face wash that is specially formulated for oily skin can help control oil and make your skin smoother without drying it out. Face washes should be used once or twice daily and not more. Even though you may have oily skin, constantly washing your face will not get rid of the oil. It may just make your face red and blotchy from washing it too much.

Here are some of the best face washes for oily skin.

Aloette Clarifying Facial Wash
This face wash is made for people with oily and acne-prone skin. It helps unclog pores and treats blackheads and whiteheads. It contains a special alpha and beta hydroxy acid that works great on oily or acne-prone skin. The face wash gently removes excess dirt and oil from the surface of the skin, while hydrating the skin. The face wash retails for $16.50. To learn more about this face wash, visit the website at www.aloette.com

Clinique Wash Away Gel Cleanser
This product is a gel facial cleanser that is made specifically for oily skin. It has a soothing and cooling effect for the skin. It can also be used to remove makeup from your face. The face wash retails for $17.50 for 5 fl. oz. To check out this face wash, visit the website at www.clinique.com, or visit your local department store that sells Clinique products.

Proactive System For Oily Skin
Proactive comes in different systems for the type of skin that you have. The Proactive system for oily skin comes with a renewing cleanser that is a great face wash for oily skin. It exfoliates the skin and helps to clean away oil and bacteria from the skin. The Proactive system for oily skin also comes with a revitalizing toner, repairing lotion, and daily oil control lotion. I would definitely recommend using the whole system and not just the Proactive face wash to treat your oily skin. Proactive will also help with an acne breakouts that you may get from oily skin. The Proactive system retails for $49.95 and can be bought at www.proactiv.com.

Clean and Clear Deep Action Cream Cleanser
This face wash is oil-free so it will not clog your pores and add to the oil on your skin. It helps clean deep down into your pores to give a clean feeling on your skin. Clean and Clear products are not as expensive as the previously mentioned products, but will definitely help control oil. Clean and Clear products can be found at your local grocery store or pharmacy store.

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