The best cleansers for dry skin to instantly nourish

We know and love the Weleda Skin Food franchise for its glowing, plumping and nourishing properties. The Nourishing Cleansing Balm is one to have on your radar if you struggle with dry, dull skin and you're looking for some instant hydration from your cleanser. The super hydrating and comforting formula will not only remove any trace of make-up but leave the skin feeling comforted and looking radiant.

Customer review: "Really great product for sensitive skin which leaves your skin feeling moisturised and clean. Removes makeup really well and also love the fact you can use it as a face mask."

CeraVe knows about caring for sensitive skin and this hydrating cleanser with hyaluronic acid is perfect for those whose dry skin is craving some moisture. A light cleansing gel, it's full of nourishing ceramides and hyaluronic acid to draw moisture to the skin and protect the skin's barrier while it removes make-up and impurities.

Customer review: "I have bought so many bottles of this, no matter how many cleansers I try I always go back to this. It is the perfect cleanser for cleaning my skin without it feeling stripped. I used to suffer from bad hormonal acne and I feel like this made a massive impact in helping control this."

This super luxurious cleansing balm is full of nourishing ingredients like rosehip seed oil, apricot oil and vitamin E to gently exfoliate and remove dirt and grime. Simply apply to dry skin and massage it in to break down any make-up, mix with warm water and remove with the included hot flannel.

Customer review: "This cleanser is so amazing, I use it daily and it removes every trace of makeup and grime and leaves my skin feeling so plump and hydrated. The oils are like food for my mature skin and I keep coming back to this product again and again!"

One of Simple's latest launches is full of hydrating ceramides and different levels of hyaluronic acid to deeply nourish the skin as it cleanses. The creamy formula lathers up into a foam to leave the skin feeling extra clean but super moisturised. The added ceramides maintain and plump the skin's natural barrier to prevent any further moisture loss to ensure your dry skin feels comforted and looks radiant.

Customer review: "This is a great cleanser that doesn't dry the skin out at all. I don't wear much make up so can't speak for its effectiveness in that respect but it did a good job at keeping my skin clear despite the heat, suncream and pollution that normally causes my skin issues. It felt gentle and moisturising."

You can rely on The Inkey List when it comes to reliable skincare ingredients and the Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser is ideal for those struggling with dry skin. This cleanser has been designed to not only deeply cleanse, but also ensure your skin feels replenished and moisturised for up to 48 hours after use. The cooling gel feels comfortable and soothing, yet leaves your skin looking glowing and hydrated.

Customer review: "Really love this cleanser, it was the first product I bought of this brand and now I have so many of their products. It’s light but effective and doesn’t clog up my pores. Definitely noticed a big difference in my skin since starting as my skin is not dry or flaky any more."

Celebrity facialist, Kate Somerville, created this cleanser based on her personal experience with goat's milk and sensitive, dry skin. This cleanser has been created to gently cleanse and purify the skin whilst keeping it feeling comfortable and softened. Struggle with sensitive skin? This is an ideal cleanser to introduce into your routine. The non-foaming formula gently cleanses to avoid any further dryness while the blend of manuka honey, avocado and jojoba oil locks in hydration.

Customer review: "This is honestly amazing, perfect lightweight, creamy texture that leaves your skin so supple and hydrated. I actually feel like it calmed my skin. Just lovely, have definitely found my staple cleanser."

In the market for a new facial cleansing balm? The Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm is a super luxurious cleanser that feels rich and hydrating. Simply massage over dry skin to break down make-up and remove with a warm cloth. This rich balm is made with the nourishing moringa seed oil but is also blended with grape seen, sweet almond oil and vitamin E to balance and hydrate as it cleanses, leaving the skin feeling soft.

Customer review: "My absolute favourite balm cleanser. I always go back to this when I feel my skin deserves a treat. I feel like I’ve had a little skin treatment every evening after using it. Extremely effective at getting everything off and leaves my skin feeling clean and nourished."