Looking for a facial cleanser recipe that’s gentle, affordable, and made with simple kitchen ingredients? These DIY cleansers help remove dirt, excess oil, and buildup without harsh chemicals.
Whether you have oily, dry, or sensitive skin — there’s a natural option for you below.
1️⃣ Honey & Lemon Brightening Cleanser
Best for: Dull & oily skin
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 5–6 drops fresh lemon juice
How to Use:
Mix and massage onto damp face for 1–2 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
✨ Honey naturally hydrates while lemon gently brightens.
2️⃣ Aloe Vera & Rose Water Gentle Cleanser
Best for: Sensitive skin
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp fresh aloe vera gel
- 1 tbsp rose water
Mix well and massage into skin. Leave for 2–3 minutes, then rinse.
🌿 Aloe calms irritation and reduces redness.
3️⃣ Oatmeal Soothing Cleanser
Best for: Acne-prone & irritated skin
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp ground oats
- 1 tbsp warm water (or milk for dry skin)
Mix into a paste and gently massage. Rinse after 2 minutes.
Oatmeal absorbs excess oil while soothing inflammation.

4️⃣ Yogurt & Turmeric Cleanser
Best for: Uneven skin tone
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt
- A pinch of turmeric
Apply thin layer, massage gently, rinse after 2–3 minutes.
Turmeric adds glow while yogurt lightly exfoliates.
5️⃣ Coconut Milk Hydrating Cleanser
Best for: Dry skin
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp fresh coconut milk
Massage for 2 minutes and rinse gently.
🥥 Leaves skin soft, smooth, and moisturized.
6️⃣ Besan (Gram Flour) Natural Cleanser
Best for: Oil control
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp gram flour
- Rose water (to form paste)
Massage gently and rinse once semi-dry.
This traditional remedy deeply cleans pores.
7️⃣ Cucumber Refreshing Cleanser
Best for: Summer skin care
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp grated cucumber juice
Apply on face using cotton pad. Leave 2 minutes and rinse.
🥒 Instantly cools and refreshes skin.
💧 Bonus Tips for Best Results
- Always patch test first
- Use fresh ingredients
- Apply moisturizer after cleansing
- Avoid lemon if you have very sensitive skin