Hero Cosmetics Pore Daily Cleanser vs CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser

Buy the CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser if your skin is oily and you want the stronger 2% salicylic acid wash with clay to soak up shine. Buy the Hero Pore Cleanser if your skin is sensitive or dry and you want a creamier daily wash with jojoba beads that won't leave it tight. The CeraVe has the higher acid strength, three ceramides and a larger bottle, and it works on chest and back too. The Hero is gentler, fragrance-free in feel and rated 4.8 from 146 ratings, with owners saying it cleans without stripping.

• Choose the Hero Pore Cleanser if you have acne-prone skin that dries out easily and you want a creamy scrub that clears pores without a tight feeling.
• Choose the CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser if you have oily skin, want the stronger 2% salicylic acid with clay, and want one wash for face, chest and back.