The 5 Cleansers Our Clinic Team Repurchase Every Time

The Phare Edit | 26th Feb 2026

The 5 Cleansers our clinic team repurchase every time.

Our clinic team get to sample almost every cleanser we get into stock, but these are the cleansers they use up and repurchase on repeat.

If there's one category we will never overcomplicate, it's cleansers.

At Phare, and by extension, Dr. Laura Clinic, we consistently return to the same philosophy:

Your cleanser should be gentle, barrier-respecting and leave your skin feeling comfortable... never tight.

Despite the fact that we carry almost 40 different cleansers, all of which have earned their place on Phare, these are the ones our team go back to again and again.

Skin Cloud | Mimetique

"It genuinely hasn't left my shower since it arrived. I'm obsessed."

Light, luxurious, and comforting, this cleansing balm cleanses thoroughly while keeping skin soft and balanced.

Texture: Lightweight, balm to oil to milk formula
Best for: Normal, dry or sensitive skin
Phare Approved because: It's effective but never stripping. Ideal for daily use, as the first step in your PM double cleanse.

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Cream Cleanser | iS Clinical

Victoria's favourite, and a classic for good reason.

Velvety formula with a subtle orange blossom scent. This is one we use in clinic daily and recommend for home use.

Texture: A rich cream
Best for: Dry, sensitive or post-procedure skin
Phare approved because: It removes makeup beautifully and leaves skin silky smooth.

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Preprobiotic Cleanse | Skingredients

Ciara's cleanser non-negotiable.

An award-winning formula, this cleanser has been a long-standing team favourite. Cream cleansers are effective while being super gentle.

Texture: Cream to oil consistency

Best for: Rosacea-prone, dry or compromised skin
Phare Approved because: literally anyone can use this cleanser it's that gentle/effective.

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Centella Oil Cleanser | Skin1004

The Koreans know how to do skin, this cleanser is no exception to that rule.

Oil cleansers are similar to balms in that they are exceptional for breaking down and removing makeup & SPF without stripping the skin.

Texture: Lightweight oil that emulsifies into milk
Best for: Sensitive or redness-prone skin
Phare approved because: melts away everything without irritation.

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Prefer a Gel?

SIMPLY CLEAN GEL | SKINCEUTICALS

We don't stock a whole pile of gel cleansers, and this is one of the few we trust.

Texture: Low-foam gel

Best for: Normal, combination or oily skin types
Phare Approved because: it's gentle on skin while offering light exfoliation.

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why do we avoid foaming cleansers?

High foam cleansers often rely on stronger surfactants (cleansing agents that help oils and water work together) that can disrupt the skin barrier, leading to tightness, dehydration, and increased sensitivity over time.

That "squeaky clean" feeling? It's usually your barrier asking for help.

Cleansing should support the skin - not challenge it.

DR. LAURA'S ADVICE

"Cleansers are one of The Bookends, and are essentially the foundation of the rest of your routine. Single cleanse in the AM, double cleanse in the PM.

Find a cleanser that suits your skin, ask yourself:

Do I enjoy using it?
Does my skin feel clean?

Does my skin feel nourished, not stripped?"

Our cleansers are thoughtfully chosen, clinically backed, and used daily by our own team.

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