Debenhams Nudeskin Gentle Hydra-Gel Face Cleanser

Start your day with skin that actually feels like skin. Most face washes are essentially bubble-making soaps stripped of everything good, leaving you tight and dry by midday. This Nudeskin Hydra-Gel is different - it does not foam at all because it contains no harsh surfactants or fragrances to strip away moisture. Instead the water-based gel works with your skin's natural oils rather than against them. The non-foaming formula means every wash keeps hydration where it belongs, which makes this a great choice for anyone whose face feels tight after washing or who has been through several fragrance-free cleanser iterations without luck.

The 70ml tub sits well on any vanity and is small enough to pack in your handbag as an all-season travel favourite. Use twice daily - morning to clear away overnight oils and at night to remove makeup before bed - and the gel cleanses, softens and brightens without you having to layer multiple products. You massage it onto wet skin with your fingers then rinse thoroughly; the water does most of the work. There are no chemicals or fragrances added in so sensitive skin stays happy throughout the year. If someone is looking for a gentle facial cleanser that actually calms rather than irritates this tub delivers exactly what it promises on the label and nothing more - clean soft bright skin without any fuss.