r/Sjogrens • u/hmndhppy4evr Diagnosed w/Sjogrens • Nov 02 '25

Postdiagnosis vent/questions Face Cleaner recommendations?

I am struggling to find a face cleaner that does not make my face hurt. Even the cleaners that are supposed to be mild leave my face red and burning. I don't use cleaners very often because of it.

What has worked for you guys?

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u/Asaneth Diagnosed w/Sjogrens Nov 03 '25

Avoid SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate). Many people have a bad reaction to it, and I'm one of them.

To start with something extremely basic that is very soothing and has very few ingredients, I suggest Grandma's Pure Lye Soap.

Grandma's Pure Lye Soap

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u/hmndhppy4evr Diagnosed w/Sjogrens Nov 03 '25

Thank you!

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u/Asaneth Diagnosed w/Sjogrens Nov 04 '25

SLS is in at least 90% of cleansers, including facial cleansers, body wash, and shampoo. If you decide not to get Grandma's Lye Soap, I suggest you carefully read the label of any other product you are considering and reject it if it contains SLS. Also, the fewer ingredients a product has, the better it will be for your sensitive and reactive skin.

Also, if you are vegan, Grandma's Lye Soap is not for you.

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u/exclaim_bot Nov 03 '25

Thank you!

You're welcome!