If you suspect your cleanser’s turning your skin into a red, irritated mess, it might be time to ditch the sulphates and opt for an all-natural formula.
These seven pregnancy-friendly cleansers come with naturally-derived ingredient lists that read less like a science experiment and more like your weekly grocery shop.
From avocado oils to manuka honey, these are our favourite tried-and-tested natural formulas to effectively remove dirt and grime while maintaining a healthy, hydrated glow.
Weleda Almond Soothing Cleansing Lotion
The Weleda Almond Soothing Cleansing Lotion offers a gentle and nourishing formula for sensitive, unbalanced skin types. Effective in washing away the day’s makeup and dirt, this blend of organic almond and plum oil will leave dull skin glowing and refreshed.
“I’ve been using Pai skincare for my sensitive skin but wanted to try Weleda’s almond range as it’s a more affordable option, plus I think they’re a great quality brand. I can’t fault it” – readingwishes
$23.95 at Adore Beauty
A’kin Nourishing Cream Cleanser & Toner
A’kin’s Nourishing Cream Cleanser offers an effective, skin-soothing two-in-one formula. It’s enriched with shea butter to melt away makeup, while the addition of witch hazel works to mildly tone and minimise breakouts.
“It’s gentle, non-irritating and effective, with a bottle that lasts months!” – BeeAy
$17.99 at Chemist Warehouse
Swisse Manuka Honey Daily Glow Foaming Cleanser
Formulated with 98.9 per cent naturally-derived ingredients, the Swisse Manuka Honey Daily Glow Foaming Cleanser delivers intense moisture and a soft, gentle clean. Plus, the inclusion of vitamin C and papaya enzymes offer an immediate boost of radiance to tired, lacklustre complexions.
“It’s gentle on the skin and has a faint botanical scent, and left my skin looking bright and feeling refreshed. Also a little goes a long way, so this product is at a great price point for what you get!” – Mrs.K
$7.69 at Chemist Warehouse
Sukin Naturals Cream Cleanser
This dual-action Sukin Naturals Cream Cleanser uses a blend of avocado and rosehip oil to effectively soothe, clean and nourish irritated skin.
“It’s very gentle and I love how it calms my skin down and leaves it feeling so moisturised.“ – Miss19
$11.95 at Sukin.com.au
Andalou Meyer Lemon + C Creamy Cleanser
Andalou Meyer’s Lemon + C Creamy Cleanser has been formulated with antioxidants, manuka honey and vitamin C to sweep away impurities and smooth uneven textures. When applied to damp skin, the velvety consistency lathers up, dissolving makeup and leaving the skin glowing and refreshed.
“The smell of the cleanser is absolutely divine and so fresh and summery. The cleanser is super efficient and nondrying leaving your skin feeling soft and clean.“ – Libra64
$16.99 at Chemist Warehouse
Glow Lab Crème Cleanser
Naturally rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids, the Glow Lab Crème Cleanser effectively eliminates dirt and removes makeup without stripping the skin of its essential oils.
“I only this cleanser of a night time and it doesnt strip the skin completely but still cleans. Over the past month my skin has started to become plumper and softer.“ – Trentkatelas
$13.49 at Chemist Warehouse
Burt’s Bees Sensitive Facial Cleanser
The Burt’s Bees Sensitive Facial Cleanser offers a natural and soap-free solution for removing makeup, dirt and oil. It’s formulated with cotton extract for intense hydration and nourishment.
“Best suited to those with dry or mature skin could also be used by sensitive Roseca or rash prone skin… it’s very gentle..Highly recommended” – Stel22
$19.95 at Adore Beauty
Andalou is the only one I'm not familiar with.
I have used that Akin Cleanser and Toner and it was really good!
I have tried most of these Brands but not their cleansers. I'd like to try Weleda because I love their aromatherapy oils.
Sure have. Tried both Trilogy's cream cleanser & their rosehip cleansing oil, but can't use either of them anymore. :o( (REALLY miss the oil cleanser too.) I've just recently bought a new cleanser from NZ brand The Herb Farm, keen to try that out once I'm done with my current cleanser (The Ordinary's Squalane Cleanser).
I have tried the Andalou Rose cleanser, and it’s absolutely gorgeous! I have every intention of trying this Vitamin C cleanser, but my local Priceline has always run out and I haven’t been able to get it anywhere. I’ll keep trying.
QV Gentle cleanser is my favourite.
The almond cleansing lotion sounds interesting! I haven't seen almonds being used in skincare before
Weleda Almond range has been something I've wanted to try for awhile. Like the sound of the Burt's Bees too.
Tata Harper is great
Have used many in past (sukin, swisse, trilogy, weleda, dr. hauschka, blessed by nature, green clean…etc). Atm using ordinary squalane balm and neostrata mandelic cleanser.
I’ve not tried a natural cleanser but the Swisse Manuka Honey interests me as it’s a foaming cleanser and that’s what I personally like.
Some decent and affordable cleansers to choose from. I like the sound of the Burt's Bees
For "natural" cleanser, I really, really like Vanessa Megan Cream cleanser!
Good to know. I haven’t heard of Vanessa Megan Cleaner before.
I have tried Trilogy's cream cleanser which was really good and I live foam cleansers – A nice selection to try here
You can never go wrong with Weleda. Dr. Hauschka is another favourite brand of mine. I’m curious about Swisse skincare and really want to try a few of their products as they look really good.
Andalou products are lovely and I have used a few. I love the Roses one in the pink bottle.
I have a couple of these in my stash but haven't used any of them yet. I'm currently using a Sukin foaming cleanser.
I’m using this cleanser too, I always feel cleaner with a foaming cleanser. The Swiss one sounds nice and not pricey so if you don’t like it then you haven’t wasted much money.
Some good brands there. I love Andalou.
I’ve only tried the Sukin one and would love to try the others, they look fantastic!
I've tried a couple of these, I like foaming cleansers, I never feel my face is properly clean using a cream cleanser.
All these cleansers look great
The Andalou & A'kin ones look good.
Really like the range of Facial Cleansers would like to try so many of them, especially Glow Lab Crème Cleanser, Sukin Naturals Cream Cleanser.
Some great options!
I have tried a few, but prefer a natural one from Essano
I use Endota's hydrating cream cleanser and it so lovely and moisturising.
Love Swisse and Sukin Cleansers but I'm using an Elucent one at the moment.
I wouldnt mind trying the Andalou cleanser.
I love Weleda. I've not tried this particular cleanser though… But I love the almond range. Especially the body lotion!
I currently use the Swisse cleanser in the morning – I love the way it makes my skin feel
Depends on the scent if I'll use a natural cleanser.
I'm currently using Trilogy Rosehip Transformation Cleansing Oil.
I would try any of these except for Glow Lab; I prefer the all natural brands
I have also used this cleanser and liked it a lot.. Havent tried the others
I love cream cleansers. Trilogy is an oldie but goodie. Otherwise, also love Kora Organics Cream Cleanser when on sale.
Love the scent of Weleda’s almond range for sensitive skin
I haven't tried any of these, but the Swisse one sounds good 🙂
Some ones I haven't heard of, but keen to try!!!
the fragrance in natural skin care irritates me
Would like to try Kora
Overrated!
I have heard Andalou is good. I must try it.
I know what you mean – if I use a cream or oil cleanser I use a gel cleanser to follow it up so it feels like I've got all the other cleanser off too.
The cleanser I regularly use is quite natural but it's also got a very scientific base to it. It's lime green with a lime sort of scent.
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I would like to try Weleda. I haven't try others too.
I tried Sukin cream cleanser years ago but found it did not do anything. Would love to the Weleda and Akin one
I’ve used most of them. I will look out for Burt’s Bees as I’ve not used their cleanser.
I swear by using pure grape seed oil as an oil cleanser followed by your preferred cleanser as part of a thorough double cleanse!
Pass! I stick away from most essential oils in skincare apart from carrot seed and parsley seed.