9 Best Men's Face Washes for 2023

Designed for anyone (and any skin type) to use, this Kiehl's face wash is a favorite of Dr. Glodny. "It is a gentle and smooth cleanser that gets rid of dirt and grime without drying my skin," he shares. He loves the hydrating ingredients inside, such as squalane and glycerin, "which is an added plus," he notes. Pair it with GH Beauty Lab Test Winner Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream, which you can apply after washing your face. Take note that it's a little pricey for a small-sized bottle.

A classic cleanser in any home, Cetaphil is a familiar favorite across generations. For an impressive 16-ounce bottle, it's a well-priced buy. The low-lather wash was loved by GH Beauty Lab testers, who felt it left skin clean yet supple; 86% of the testers said they'd continue to use it. It also scored well for making skin feel soft and hydrated, thanks to glycerin and vitamins B3 and B5. "This didn't overdry or make my skin feel stripped," one tester shared. "My face even appears smoother," another added. While many users love the nostalgic powdery-fresh scent, it's not everyone's favorite.

If you're trying to get rid of pimples or you're dealing with acne breakouts, ingredients like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid will be your best friend. This option from Vichy features salicylic acid, and the gel texture makes it great for oily skin. A favorite of GH Beauty Lab Senior Chemist Danusia Wnek, it can be used on men's skin as well. "I love the way it smells and how well it cleans my skin," she says. "It has been an ongoing staple in my cleansing routine for keeping acne at bay and controlling my oily T-zone." However, if you don't have oily skin, this may be too drying for you.

Are you seeing dark spots on your face or is your skin looking a little lackluster lately? You may just need to incorporate a face exfoliator. This one from Acure is your answer to dull skin: In Beauty Lab testing, it ranked highest for making skin look brighter and more radiant. Though a leave-on dark spot corrector will deliver best results (since a cleanser is washed off quickly and a spot treatment is left on the skin much longer), this scrub pairs great with any brightening skincare routine. Testers and their husbands alike loved it, with one saying "My husband (who has dry skin year-round) tried it too and said 'make sure to tell them this is the best scrub I've ever used!" Note that this scrub is dark and may stain your sink, so be careful when using.

Need a little extra boost of energy in the morning? Reach for this Kiehl's pick, specifically formulated for men. The cleanser features caffeine and menthol to refresh and wake up skin, and it comes in a gel formulation ideal for oilier skin types. Our Beauty Assistant's dad asks for refills of this face wash every time he runs out. He loves it because "even though I have oily skin, I only need a small amount to clean my whole face, and it doesn't dry my skin out," he says. Though users love this cleanser, some feel that it's not versatile enough to be the only one in their arsenal, especially in the winter when skin gets more dry or rough.

Squalane is a super nourishing ingredient that leaves skin feeling supple. It's the first ingredient in this face wash from The Ordinary, making this formula ultra hydrating and great for dry skin (although it works well on all skin types!). Dr. Glodny is a huge advocate for face washes that have squalane, including this one. "This is a great cleanser that will remove any layers of dirt, grime, serums, sunscreen, sweat and more without stripping your skin," he says. It is very gentle, but it "will lock in moisture leaving your skin moisturized and smooth," he adds. Many reviewers wish the bottle were bigger, as they run out of product quickly.

This exfoliating face wash is great for dealing with ingrown hairs, irritation and the accumulation of dirt and dead skin. GH Institute General Manager Laurie Jennings shares that her husband loves this scrub. He says that "it has small scrubbing beads that dissolve, it smells really good and you only need to use a little. The tube lasts a long time." Online reviewers echo this, with many raving about the invigorating minty scent. Some users feel the exfoliating beads are too small and don't provide a deep enough clean.

It's important to exfoliate your face; though your skin does this naturally, you can slough off dead skin cells and reveal a brighter complexion with the help of a face scrub. This one from Horace is well-priced and is loved by GH Beauty Director April Franzino's husband Michael DiGiovanni. "My husband uses this mild face scrub as a cleanser, as he likes the deeply purifying effects," she says. He adds that "it gives a light exfoliation that feels invigorating and rinses off easily." However, some feel that the exfoliation is too light and wish the formula had a little more texture to it.

For a pre-shave cleanse, grab this daily face wash. Though pricey, it's a multitasker that does double duty as an exfoliator and hydrator. Jojoba beads and fruit enzymes gently exfoliate while aloe and sunflower seed oil comfort skin. GH Lab Assistant Nik Greenwald calls it "the perfect cleanser pre-shave." He adds that "it's mildly exfoliating so it helps reduce razor bumps. It helps me get a super smooth shave and isn't irritating." He even leaves it on for a few minutes to use it as a mask.