Five standout cleansers. Five different formats. One goal – your best skin yet. Learn the benefits of each type and discover which one is perfect for you.
For the Makeup Lovers
Say goodbye to stubborn make-up (yes, even long-wear and waterproof formulas) with Novexpert’s Cleansing Oil with 5 Omegas, R550 for 150ml (BUY) — your ultimate 5-in-1 skincare solution. This luxurious oil effortlessly melts away every trace of make-up while gently cleansing, protecting against pollution, moisturising, and smoothing the skin’s texture.
Formulated with 100% natural ingredients, it’s hypoallergenic, suitable for all skin types, and safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Simply warm a few drops between dry hands, massage over your face and eyes, then emulsify with water and rinse for skin that feels deeply nourished and refreshed.
Whether you’re winding down after a long day or removing a full glam look, this multi-tasking formula makes your evening routine both indulgent and effective.
For the Low-Maintenance Queens
Perfect for those moments when you need a quick, no-fuss cleanse, the Paese Moisturizing Micellar Water, R190 (BUY) gently yet effectively removes makeup and impurities—no rinsing required. Suitable for all skin types, it leaves your skin feeling clean, fresh, and soft after every use.
What makes it special? It’s enriched with betaine and sodium hyaluronate to deliver lasting hydration and improve skin firmness, while d-panthenol helps to soothe and comfort your complexion. With just a few swipes, your skin is left refreshed, balanced, and ready for whatever’s next.
Quick. Gentle. Hydrating. Everything you need in one bottle.
For the Double-Cleansing Devotees
If you love a balm cleanser, you simply have to try the Optiphi Cleansing Balm, R499 (BUY) – a luxurious, oil-based first-step cleanser that transforms your skincare routine. Designed to melt away makeup – even the heavy-duty kind, SPF, and daily impurities without disrupting your skin barrier, this gentle balm leaves your skin feeling clean, soft, and nourished.
Here’s how to use it:
1️. Lift the lid and rotate the top clockwise – a full turn for heavy makeup, half for light makeup or SPF.
2️. Warm the balm between dry hands until it turns into an oil.
3️. Massage onto dry face, neck, and décolleté for 60 seconds, using ring fingers around the eyes.
4️. Wet hands to emulsify into a silky milk, then rinse with lukewarm water.
The Optiphi Cleansing Balm is perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and the formula won’t stingy or leave a film on the eyes. It’s ideal for both morning and evening routines or as the first step in a double cleanse.
For the Fresh-Faced Finish
Lately, I’ve been leaning into the ritual of double cleansing, and one product I keep reaching for is the Avène Cleansing Foam, R345 (BUY). I love using it as my second cleanse because it’s gentle yet effective, and it feels so refreshing on the skin. Designed for normal, combination and sensitive skin types, this soap-free formula removes impurities without ever leaving my skin tight or dry. Instead, it helps to soothe and soften, making my complexion feel calm and balanced after every wash. Another big plus is that it won’t sting your eyes, which makes it perfect for everyday use.
If you’re looking for a cleanser that delivers a thorough yet kind cleanse, I can’t recommend this one enough. It’s a beautiful way to end (or begin!) your skincare routine with something that feels as good as it works.
For the Sensitive Souls
The Vitaderm Gentle Cream Cleanser, R410 for a 200ml (BUY) is a great option for dry and even ultra-sensitive skin types. This creamy milk cleanser contains phyto extracts of rosewood, lavender and rose geranium to effectively removing daily pollution and make-up. The velvety texture is specially formulated to leave the skin feeling hydrated and refreshed.
Apply it to the skin using light circular movements. Remove with cotton wool or rinse off. I found this cleanser to be great at removing regular eye makeup in one swipe, however, a separate eye makeup remover may be needed if you use long wearing and waterproof eye makeup.
This cleanser is free from mineral oil, parabens and contains no artificial colours and fragrance.
No matter your skin type or cleanser preference; there’s sure to be a formula above that both you, and your skin will love.
