9 Affordable Sulfate-Free Facial Cleansers To Get That Amazing Skin You Have Always Wanted


Many of us keep wondering how to get that perfect skin that is free of acne and discolouration without breaking the bank. This has caused our bathrooms to be filled with all kinds of products that promise to do amazing things but end up falling short.

This is because most of these products contain Sulfates, an ingredient suitable for cleaning your windows and surfaces only. Sulfates are too harmful to the skin and may cause severe dryness and irritation. It is important that you look out for harmful ingredients in your skincare products to avoid any skin related problems.

Listed here are 9 affordable sulfate-free cleansers that are suitable for all skin types and readily available online and in most beauty supply stores and drugstores around you.

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1. Trader Joe’s All in One Sulfate Free Cleanser:

Trader Joe’s has an impressive array of skincare products and this cleanser is one of them.  This cleanser is suitable for oily and sensitive skin as it cleanses without stripping the skin. It leaves the skin feeling soft and plump. It is not formulated with harmful chemicals like parabens and dimethicones and it has a skin friendly ph.

2. R&R Luxury Liquid Black Soap with Shea Butter:

R&R Luxury is a Nigerian skincare brand that uses all natural ingredients that can be found in Nigeria to formulate their products. Their African Black soap was one of the best products of 2016. This Black Soap leaves the skin feeling moisturized and cleans. It also brightens up the complexion and eventually helps to cure acne. Also, it is available in Nigeria on the R&R Luxury Website and on Jumia Nigeria for N1250.

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3. Hibiskus Naturals Natural Soap Bar:

Hibiskus Naturals is a brand that uses Ayurvedic ingredients and practices to formulate their products. They have a wide range of glycerine soaps that are all affordable sulfate-free cleansers that cost anywhere between N450 to N600. Their soaps are gentle enough to use on both the face and body and they are formulated with essential oils like lavender, jasmine and so on. their products are available online on their website and on Jumia Nigeria. They are also available in drugstores in Nigeria.

4. Garnier SkinActive Sulfate Free Cleanser:

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This is a very mild facial cleanser from the makers of the wonderful Micellar Water. This cleanser actively removes impurities, makeup, and dirt without drying out the skin. The fact that this cleanser is Sulfate free is not its only winning point. Over time, it brightens and evens out skin tone and helps in limiting acne breakouts.

5. Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Hydrating Facial Cleanser:

Neutrogena is a skincare brand that many people use and swear by and this is not by chance. Their products are formulated to target certain skin imperfections and problems. This hypoallergenic cleanser is free of fragrance and parabens. It is also suitable for everyday usage.

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6. Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser with Soy Extracts:

This cleanser improves the complexion of the skin and it is specially formulated without harmful ingredients like sulfates and parabens. It is also hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic meaning that it won’t clog the pores or cause skin irritation.

7. Oriki Gentle Foam Citrus Cleanser with Green Tea:

Oriki is a Nigerian Skin and Hair care brand that has come to stay. Their products are handmade with the finest organic ingredients in Africa. Some of the ingredients used to make this cleanser include Apple Cider  Vinegar, Burdock Root and Plantain This cleanser is formulated to help combat acne and oiliness with drying out the skin. It is available on their website for N5000.

8. Adunni Organics Charcoal Face Soap:

Charcoal products are the rave of the moment and from the testimonies of many women, they are here to stay. The detoxifying properties of Charcoal’s primary component which is carbon make it a suitable cleanser for oily and acne prone skin. Adunni Organics is a Nigerian skin care brand that formulates products specifically for African skin and their products are available on their official website. This particular soap is an affordable sulfate-free cleanser that is available for N350 only.

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9. Namaste Organics African Black Soap with Pure Aloe Vera Gel:

Namaste Organics is a skin care brand that prides themselves on their organic product range. This black soap is made with black soap as its base along with other essential oils. Aloe Vera gel is also used in the formulation of this product to give it ample moisturizing and hydrating qualities.





Ifeoma Nnewuihe is a Nigerian writer living and working in Lagos, Nigeria. She has a Bachelor Of Arts Degree in English and Literary Studies from the University of Lagos. In her spare time, Ifeoma draws and engages in competitive sports.