Brightening Cleansers

Brightening cleansers remove oil, makeup, sunscreen and impurities while supporting a routine for dull or uneven-looking skin. Available options may contain vitamin C, niacinamide, licorice, fruit extracts or gentle exfoliating acids and can be found as gels, foams, creams and cleansing bars. Because a cleanser is rinsed away, it should be viewed mainly as the cleansing step rather than the only product used for uneven tone. Choose a gentle formula suited to your skin type, avoid harsh scrubbing and follow with targeted skincare and daily sunscreen when appropriate. Strong soaps and overly aggressive cleansing can irritate the skin rather than improve its appearance.