Living in Singapore comes with its perks—amazing food, vibrant culture, and lush greenery—but the constant humidity can wreak havoc on oily skin. That sticky, shiny feeling and the tendency for clogged pores are common issues for those living in tropical climates. The good news? Skincare brands in 2025 have perfected their formulas to tackle excess oil while being gentle on your skin.
Here’s our curated list of the top face washes to zap away shine and keep your oily skin in check. Stay fresh and shine-free!
Top face washes for oily skin from Watsons
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
This Korean beauty MVP has a gentle, lightweight gel texture that produces a soft, milky lather to whisk away morning grogginess and impurities without stripping the skin. The lightweight texture and subtle tea tree scent make it a refreshing wake-up call for your skin. The MVP ingredient? Its low 5.0-6.5 pH matches skin’s optimal acidic level, helping maintain the moisture barrier.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar Foaming Cream Cleanser
This dermatologist-tested formula transforms from a creamy texture into a luxurious foam that feels like a little spa moment in your daily routine. It works hard to remove excess oil, visibly minimize pores, and leave your skin feeling thoroughly refreshed—all without stripping it dry.
Infused with glycerin for a touch of hydration and coco-glucoside to deeply cleanse, this gentle yet effective face wash is perfect for everyday use.
BIODERMA Sebium Gel moussant Gentle Purifying Soap-Free Foaming Gel
This ultra-gentle, soap-free foaming gel cleanser works wonders by deeply cleansing your skin without stripping its natural barrier. Infused with zinc sulfate and copper sulfate, it purifies while soothing irritation and discomfort. The result? Calm, revitalized skin that feels as good as it looks. It’s also a great alternative to shaving foam for men.
CETAPHIL Oily Skin Cleanser
Whether you’re battling midday shine or just want a cleanser that won’t overdo it, CETAPHIL Oily Skin Cleanser is a game-changer. Designed with sensitive skin in mind, this cleanser removes dirt, excess oil, and pollution microparticles like a pro.
A thoughtful blend of hydrating glycerin, soothing panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), and niacinamide (vitamin B3), which work together to smooth texture and maintain your skin’s barrier.
VICHY Normaderm Purifying Gel Cleanser
A powerhouse combo of BHA Salicylic Acid and Zinc Gluconate, which work together to tackle excess oil, unclog pores, and reduce the appearance of blackheads over time. Made for oily, blemish-prone skin, this daily gel cleanser doesn’t mess around when it comes to removing impurities like dirt, dust, and even pollutant particles. After just one wash, your skin feels clean—minus that tight, dry feeling.
