12 Cleansing Oils That Will Change the Way You Clean Your Face

An effective cleansing oil doesn't have to be pricey. You can pick up Neutrogena's Ultra-Light Cleansing Oil ($7) at the drugstore as a basic, yet effective option. Gently glide it through your skin to erase makeup and impurities. This oil is especially safe if your skin is prone to acne because of it is noncomedogenic.

The Tatcha Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil ($48) is like magic in a bottle thanks to camellia oil. Camellia oil is a popular ingredient used in Japan to reduce redness and inflammation, and to brighten your skin. Use one pump of this to remove all makeup, or to massage your skin if it is feeling dull and irritated.

The Philosophy Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Oil ($23, originally $25) will make your skin feel like silk. The simple cleanser is free of moisture-stripping agents like mineral oil, parabens, and sulfates. It has a rich, luxurious texture that easily rinses off without leaving behind a greasy residue.

Some cleansing oils are extremely gentle on the face but can be slightly irritating if used on the eyes. To ensure that your waterproof mascara and liner can be removed without burning your pupils, use the Caudalíe Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil ($28). The mixture is dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested to make sure your skin and eyes are safe. Sweet almond and castor oils will also make sure your skin is properly hydrated. Blend this with a splash of water to turn the oil into a milky cleanser.

Use Dermalogica's Precleanse ($38) before washing your face to break down all the remnants of the day. The thorough cleansing oil will melt away makeup, sunscreen, and any waterproof cosmetics to prepare your skin to absorb the benefits of your cleanser and moisturizer.

This Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil ($46) is a raved-about cleanser that removes makeup without stripping or over-drying the skin. The combo of jojoba and sunflower oils delivers a soothing, yet hydrating cleanse.

A certified clean product at Sephora, the Boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil ($32) gets every drop of makeup off your skin, and it's natural astringents make it great for people with combination and oily skin.

A cult favorite, this Julep Love Your Bare Face Hydrating Cleansing Oil ($28) can be used sans water, so you can do it from your bedroom as opposed to the bathroom sink. Just rinse when your done massaging into skin and go.

This Erborian Solid Cleansing Oil ($39) starts off as a balm and transforms into an oil once you introduce a splash of warm water to the mix. It completely dissolves your makeup, and smells pretty good too. Y

Seriously, what can't Aesop do? The brand's Parsley Seed Facial Cleansing Oil ($60) is a mild cleanser for dry or combination skin that will give it a great glow, and if you don't love overly sweet scents, this is a good bet.

This Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil ($32) is part of the cult-favorite Midnight Recovery Line, and it lives up to the hype. It's the ideal start to your nighttime routine; the oil dissolves into a cleansing milk, removing impurities from your skin.

There's a reason one bottle of DHC Deep Cleansing Oil ($21) sells every 10 seconds worldwide: It's gentle yet effective, and because a little goes a long way, it'll last you months.