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Best Face Cleanser No. 8: Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser, $16
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.6*
Why it's great: Reviewers rave that this glycolic cleanser "really leaves skin feeling refreshed" and "gets makeup, dirt and oil out of pores without over-drying." One fan chimes in to say this face wash "gives [her] squeaky-clean, smooth skin."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser here.

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Best Face Cleanser No. 7: Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser, $18

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*

Why it's great: "Really effective," writes one user. "Plus, I love a jelly cleanser." Another jokes that the popular face cleanser handily "lives up to the hype," adding, "I also like that it doesn't leave my face feeling dry."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser here.

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Best Face Cleanser No. 6: Clarins Cleansing Milk with Gentian, $33
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.7*
Why it's great: This calming cleanser has a great texture that "leaves your skin very soft." It also "takes away dirt and leaves skin fresh and clean." One reviewer deems it a "fantastic cleanser for sensitive, combination [and] mature skin" because it's "calming, soothing and smells great." And even though it's gentle, it also "thoroughly removes makeup."

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Best Face Cleanser No. 5: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser, $8.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.7*

Why it's great: This cleanser pulls off quite the feat: It foams and physically exfoliates without leaving your skin feeling like it met the business end of a sander. "The microbeads are on the softer side, so my face doesn't feel like it's getting all scratched up," explains one reviewer. Another reader praised the product for giving her "baby-soft, smooth skin."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser here.

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Best Face Cleanser No. 4: Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser, $23
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.8*
Why it's great: If you suffer from oily skin, readers say this face wash is your de-greaser ticket. "This cleanser is the perfect blend of purifier and softener," says one reviewer. "You only need a very small amount to leave your skin baby soft." Others agree, saying they love the gentle exfoliation and that this cleanser minimizes pores and reduces blackheads. "My skin looks and feels so much healthier," confesses one reader. "It's the best cleanser I've discovered to date."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser here.

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When it comes to the art of face washing, we take it pretty seriously. We carefully select our skin care products and practically give ourselves a facial twice a day. That said, no matter how long you spend on your skin care regimen, a good face cleanser is key. 

Luckily, our readers are more than happy to give us their two cents — and we've added some choice editor's picks for best face cleanser as well. This list of skin care products has something for everyone. There are face wash formulas for all different skin types, including sensitive, acne-prone, combination, dry, oily and even rosacea. You can choose from gels, oils and balms, mild or deep facial cleansers and take your pick from exfoliating, creamy, foamy or even jiggly face washes.

Read on to see the 17 best face cleansers right now and find out which face wash was ranked number one by TotalBeauty.com readers.

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