Top Brands of Gluten-Free Face Wash

Celiac.com 03/18/2022 - We get a lot of questions from celiac community members wondering if certain brands and products are gluten-free. One question we see a lot is about gluten-free facial washes and cleansers. 

Specifically, which brands of face wash are gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease? Here's the rundown.

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It's important for people with celiac disease to avoid gluten, not only in their diets, but in their beauty products, including facial washes and cleansers.

The following brands of face wash are labeled gluten-free and considered safe for people with celiac disease:

EpiLynx by Dr. Liia
EpiLynx by Dr. Liia makes an entire line of gluten-free cosmetics, including several facial washes and cleansers that are gluten-free, allergen-free, and vegan.

• EpiLynx by Dr. Liia Oil and Gluten-Free Apple Face Wash
• EpiLynx by Dr. Liia Foaming Oil-Free Face Wash for Acne Prone and Sensitive Skin
• EpiLynx by Dr. Liia Gentle Face Cleanser - Hydrating Facial
• EpiLynx by Dr. Liia Gluten-Free, Hypoallergenic Detox Firming and Hydrating Face Wash
• EpiLynx by Dr. Liia Jojoba Oil Makeup Remover

100% PURE
100% PURE makes a number of gluten free cleansers and face wash products. Check products for gluten-free labels.

• Argan Oil Creamy Cleanser
• Blood Orange Cleansing Balm
• Calendula Flower Cleansing Milk
• Charcoal Clay Cleanser
• Cocoa Cream Cleanser
• Coconut Oil Cleansing Milk
• Cucumber Cloud Foam Cleanser
• Green Tea Cloud Foam Cleanser
• Rose Micellar Cleansing Water
• Rose Water Gel Cleanser
• Tea Tree & Willow Clarifying Cleanser
• Tea Tree Clear Complexion Cleanser

DERMA E
All DERMA E products are gluten-free, including:

• DERMA E Acne Facial Cleanser
• DERMA E Hydrating Gentle Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid 
• DERMA E Purifying Gel Cleanse
• DERMA E Sensitive Skin Cleanser

Himalaya
Himalaya makes a number of gluten free cleansers and face wash products. Check individual products for gluten-free labels.

• Himalaya Botanique Aloe Vera Hydrating Face Wash
• Himalaya Botanique Balancing Neem & Turmeric Face Wash

Pangea
Pangea Organics makes number of facial cleansers and masks that are labeled gluten-free, including:

• Pangea Facial Scrub, Egyptian Geranium, Adzuki Bean, & Cranberry
• Pangea Facial Mask, Matcha Tea, Acai, & Goji Berry
• Pangea Plant-based Facial Cleanser
• Pangea Plant-based Facial Toner
• Pangea Plant-based Facial Cleanser for Dry & Sensitive Skin

Vanicream
Vanicream makes number of facial cleansers and lotions that are labeled gluten-free, including:

• Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser

A number of trusted brands that are touted as gluten-free by numerous users and web sites are not labeled gluten-free. If you know and trust these brands, then there's no reason to change. 

Brands of face wash and cleanser that list no allergens, and contain no gluten ingredients, include:

Andalou Naturals
Andalou Naturals 1000 Roses Cleansing Foam

Aveeno
Aveeno Ultra-Calming Foaming Cleanser

Bioré
Bioré Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Face Wash

Brandless
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Brandless Grapefruit Facial Cleanser

Burt’s Bees
Burt’s Bees makes a number of cleansers and facial washes that list no allergens, and contain no gluten ingredients, including:
Burt’s Bees Radiance Facial Cleanser

CeraVe
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser 

Clean & Clear
Clean & Clear Deep Action Cream Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

Dermalogica
Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash Acne Face Wash with Salicylic Acid and Tea Tree Oil    

Kidskin
Kidskin Gentle Skin Cleanser for Kids Preteens and Teens with Sensitive Dry Oily Skin Hydrating Face Wash for All Skin Types

Neutrogena
Neutrogena Naturals Purifying Facial Cleanser

Cosmetic ingredients that may contain gluten include:

• Cyclodextrin, Dextrin
• Dextrin Palmitate
• Hydrolyzed Malt Extract
• Hydrolyzed Oat Flour
• Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
• Hydrolyzed wheat Flour
• Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten
• Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
• Secale Cereale ((Rye) Seed Flour
• Tocopherol Acetate (if made from wheat)
• Tritidcum Vulgare (Wheat Germ Extract)
• Triticum Vulgare
• (Wheat) Germ Extract
• Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Gluten)
• Triticum Wheat Amino Acids
• Wheat Germ Glycerides
• Wheat Germanidopropalkonium Chloride
• Wheat Protein
• WheatgermamidopropylI Ethydimonium Ethosulfate
• Yeast Extract

Do you have a favorite trusted brand of gluten-free face wash we might have missed? Share it in the comments below!

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