Face Wash

Good face wash is hard to find. Add to that the fact that it needs to be gluten free, and it’s even more difficult. So far, I’ve tried three.

Origins:

This company is NOT all gluten free, but when I went to the counter, the woman was extremely helpful with looking up what I could and could not use. I tried the Zero Oil cleanser. I loved the light mint scent and the fact that it was gentle on my skin. However, the clean feeling didn’t last too long. Toward the end of the day, my face would be rather oily. So, not a bad product, but not one that I fell in love with. It’s also really  hard to justify $20 for a face wash that only sort of does its job.

Desert Essence:

This company clearly labels their gluten free products.  I purchased the Thoroughly Clean Face Wash in Original (around $10). The first thing I noticed when I used it was the overwhelming smell. It’s strong, and I don’t find it pleasant at all. The scent didn’t cling to my face, however, and one I rinsed it off it was done. First thing in the morning, though, strong, gross odors are not my friend. I also noticed that though it was purportedly for “oily & combination skin”, at the end of the day, my face was even more oily than when I used the Origins face wash.

365 Everyday Value:

I bought the Daily Facial Cleanser on a recommendation from a saleswoman at Whole Foods. She was very eager to help, and knew her stuff; always a plus. It’s gluten free, it’s comparable to Cetaphil, and it’s cheap! I bought it for less than $6. I believe it’s supposed to be fragrance free, but it does have a bit of a sweet smell to it. Nothing I can’t live with. It also works. I end the day with minimal oil on my face and still feeling clean. Out of the three I’ve tried, this is by far my favorite.