10 Best Facial Soap Bars UK 2024 | Neutrogena, Sisley and More

Another fabulous facial soap employing salicylic acid to great effect, this pretty pink soap with apricot kernels for added exfoliation really does deserve its place at the top spot on our list, since it smooths rough skin while returning tonnes of moisture as it works.

It's no surprise this delicately scented facial soap bar is a number one bestseller on Amazon, since many customers note a visible difference in the appearance of spots on their skin, with many sharing before and after photos. The only way to find out is to try it!

Aimed especially at acne-prone skin, this large creamy facial soap bar uses salicylic acid as its cleansing weapon of choice. The fatty acids from coconut work to give your skin a perky appearance, along with glycerin to moisten and plump sad, crusty skin cells.

As one part of Clinique's famous three-step formula, this soap works to gently exfoliate the skin using everyone's favourite BHA (salicylic acid) but also has an entirely neutral fragrance so won't be overwhelming to your senses, only kind to your skin.

This collection of six vegan soaps is aimed to give a citrus burst to your morning face-washing routine. They're pretty great value for the quantity as these large soaps, when kept fairly dry in the bathroom, should last for months.

Collagen-boosting vitamin C and super-hydrating vitamin E are essential here, giving your skin a daily boost of firmness and a noticeable glow. Triple-milled in France, these soaps will work just as well as a gift as they will at brightening your own dull, tired cheeks.

A perfect pick if you suffer from bad acne, this is another effective soap which has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from consumers on eCommerce sites, likely down to the fact it employs both the classic moisturiser glycerin and the added fatty acids of coconut oil.

This soap is listed as non-comedogenic, meaning it will not clog up your pores, but also contains no dyes so your skin is protected from overly drying ingredients. Ideal for oily skin prone to squeezers and lurkers, this transparent facial bar is recommended by skin experts.

Utilising the clever capacity of sulphur to fight fungus and bacteria while reducing excess sebum in the skin, this soap is highly rated by online consumers who come back to buy the same product again and again. The addition of vitamin E may help to reduce UV damage too.

Crafted to be gentle enough for use by sufferers of troublesome skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, this soap can be used twice daily to blast dirt out of pores and banish blemishes, leaving cheeks and t-zone revitalised and healthy-looking.

Affordable and sustainable are the first words that spring to mind here, though natural and cruelty-free aren't far behind. This soap has only three ingredients which is always a plus when it comes to skin products. Hydrating shea butter works beside olive and coconut oil for serious softness.

Suited to sensitive and delicate skin conditions such as eczema, this lovely-smelling soap comes in a recyclable box and is handmade in the UK and free from parabens, sulphates and other potential nasties. Choose from a variety of scents among this varied organic range.

Apply this soapless formula to your skin and massage in circular movements for purified pores and kissable skin. Along with the tropical resin Benzoin which is known for its healing qualities, this soap also contains deliciously rich-scented myrrh and soothing calendula.

The non-alkaline properties of this soap-free... well... soap, make it possible to clean up your skin without worrying about over-drying as you may do with other products on our list. Diminish pores and reduce sebum with this creamy, long-lasting facial soap bar.

Number eight on our list is a soap that's benefits are derived in part from algae. With the surfactant cleansing properties of sodium palmate you can be sure of a squeaky-clean finish, efficient make-up removal and visibly reduced pores.

Spot the range of natural flower and plant extracts that are used to give a fresh-faced, glowing look after each wash. This Thalgo product is produced by experts in France who have done extensive research into the benefits of sea minerals on the skin, but unfortunately you do have to pay a price for these expertise. 

Silver is the key ingredient in this reasonably-priced soap. As well as claiming to reduce pore size and rev up the healing process with colloidal silver and natural oil, this soap also removes make-up, protects against sun damage and may prevent the early signs of ageing. 

The bar is large so will make sure you're stocked up for a while. Some might like the fact it is unscented, but others might prefer their skin care product to have gentle, pleasant aroma. 

This soap works up into a rich lather that will work wonders on your skin. The main cleansing ingredient is palm oil, known as sodium palmate, but the soap also contains another super-ingredient that's known for absorbing excess oil: activated charcoal.

While evidence of the effects of charcoal is largely anecdotal, there is still a huge wealth of positive feedback on the product, so it's certainly worth a shot, even if you're unconvinced, since it's blended with highly moisturising oil and glycerin.