Cetaphil

A true cult favorite through the ages, popular for a really good reason. Works so well at removing impurities and makeup. Effective and doesn't feel tight at all after using it. Really freaking good.

A good and effective exfoliating cleanser that cleans deeply, and you don't feel tight at all afterwards.

I have had trouble finding a balance between moisturizing my skin without getting pimples, but Cetaphil was the solution. It is fragrance-free and feels gentle. It absorbs quickly into the skin without sitting on top, which allows me to moisturize my face before applying my makeup base, without negatively affecting the makeup. The moisture lasts until I wash my face in the evening, then I need to moisturize again to avoid feeling that my skin is dry. In that way, it doesn't take the skin to a new level of permanent hydration, but it keeps the skin "in check". A good complement for me that has given me more "permanent" hydrated skin is to combine this with Cetaphil softening cream. Their softening cream is a bit richer, so I usually apply it in the evening and leave it on overnight as I don't find it as good to wear under makeup. The product lasts a long time as you don't need much. You can get everything out of the bottle, so nothing goes to waste, and the price is completely reasonable😊