Hey Lykkers! A good cleanser can make such a difference in a skincare routine. I used to think cleansing was just about washing everything off and moving on, but finding products that leave my skin feeling comfortable afterward has completely changed my routine.

I’ve tried quite a few cleansers, but two have earned permanent spots on my shelf. One is my everyday go-to, while the other is the product I reach for whenever I’m wearing makeup.

1. TULA Cult Classic Cleanser — $34

I’ve talked about this cleanser more than once because I genuinely keep coming back to it. What I love most is that my skin feels properly clean afterward without that uncomfortable tight or stripped feeling. I use it both in the morning and at night, and it makes such an easy first step for the rest of my skincare routine. My skin feels soft, fresh, and comfortable rather than like I’ve just washed away every bit of moisture.

2. BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser — $15.99

Whenever I’m wearing makeup, I reach for the BYOMA Melting Balm first. It melts away everything from a full glam look to a much lighter everyday base, so I don’t have to spend forever rubbing at my skin trying to get makeup off. What I especially like is how easy it makes the first cleansing step feel. I massage it over my skin, let it do its thing, then follow with my regular cleanser. BYOMA also focuses heavily on supporting the skin barrier, which makes this balm even more appealing to me.

I don’t think a cleanser needs to leave your skin feeling squeaky-clean to be doing its job. For me, the sweet spot is skin that feels fresh and clean but still comfortable afterward. TULA is my everyday favorite, while BYOMA is the one I grab when makeup needs to come off. Having both has made cleansing one of the easiest parts of my routine.