The 15 Best-Smelling Face Washes We’ve Ever Tried

Plenty of people seek out fragrance-free skin care, whether that’s due to sensitive skin or preference, we support you. However, others like to add a little zest to the sometimes mundane skin-care regimen. While still safe for skin, these face wash products boast some beautiful scents that invigorate, soothe, or excite us and add a sensorial edge to our daily routine.

The best-smelling face wash products

1 / 10

Tata Harper Clarifying Cleaner ($46)

Okay, hear me out. This luxe cleanser, specializing in blemish and oil control, smells like organic, expensive Fruit Loops. Other reviewers have said the scent is reminiscent of an expensive hotel, but personally, every time I get a whiff of this formula, I want cereal, and I mean that in the best way possible.

• BUY ON TATA HARPER – $46
• BUY ON SEPHORA – $46

2 / 10

OSEA Ocean Cleanser ($48)

The energizing notes of lime pair perfectly with sweet jasmine and citrus bergamot to make for one of the most sophisticated scent profiles we’ve seen from a face wash. If we could wear it as a perfume—we would.

• BUY ON OSEA – $48
• BUY ON NORDSTROM – $48

3 / 10

Kora Organics Turmeric Glow Foaming Cleanser ($46)

This previous NewBeauty Award winner is a top-notch foaming cleanser that also boasts aromatherapy benefits. The combination of peppermint, palo santo and rosemary essential oils uplifts and invigorates the skin and mind.

• BUY ON KORA – $46
• BUY ON AMAZON – $46

4 / 10

OLEHENRIKSEN Truth Juice Gentle Glow Daily Cleanser ($33)

Like a tall glass of orange juice for the skin and senses this cleanser features an addictive naturally derived citrus scent that invigorates while cleansing. While it’s impressively effective at cleansing, many of the review highlights note the scent as a selling point.

• BUY ON OLEHENRIKSEN – $33
• BUY ON SEPHORA – $33

5 / 10

Drunk Elephant Mello Marula Cream Cleanser ($36)

If you love a sensorial experience when washing your face but prefer the scent to dissipate post-cleanse, this calming cleanser is a great option. It has a naturally sweet scent that comes from vanilla fruit extract that sparks a quick hit of dopamine then fades away.

• BUY ON DRUNK ELEPHANT – $36
• BUY ON ULTA – $36

6 / 10

Eminence Organic Skin Care Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser ($48)

Eminence always impresses with its natural scents, and this cleanser is a prime example. Its fresh smell comes from mangosteen and is the perfect way to kick off a morning.

• BUY NOW – $48

7 / 10

Youth To The People Superfood Cleanser ($39)

This cleanser is like a green juice for your skin and senses featuring green tea, spinach and kale. The scent is just as fresh as your face will feel post-cleanse.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $39
• BUY ON NORDSTROM – $39

8 / 10

Josie Maran Pineapple Enzyme Foaming Gel Cleanser ($31)

Josie Maran is known for her delectable yet clean fragrances in her hair and body products. This exfoliating cleanser features a light, delicious, fresh scent with a hint of pineapple.

• BUY ON JOSIE MARAN – $31
• BUY ON SEPHORA – $31

9 / 10

Indie Lee Brightening Cleanser ($38)

This antioxidant-packed cleanser uses strawberry seed oil to improve skin, but it also creates a delicious scent we can’t get enough of.

• BUY ON NORDSTROM – $38
• BUY ON CREDO – $38

10 / 10

Dermalogica Precleanse ($49)

Dermalogica Precleanse is the perfect first step in a double cleanse that will enhance your whole routine. Plus, it has a delightful light lemongrass scent that makes us smile.

• BUY ON DERMALOGICA – $49
• BUY ON AMAZON – $49