
Top Gentle, Non-Drying Facial Cleansers for Summer 2026
Summer—especially during peak heat—makes the skin prone to sweating, increased oiliness, and clogged pores caused by sunscreen. Paradoxically, the hotter it gets, the more likely people are to choose cleansers that leave the skin feeling "squeaky clean"; the result is often a sensation of tightness and mild stinging, patchy flaking, or even an increase in oil production as the skin attempts to compensate.