Best Overall

Pai Twin Flyer Cloths

$24 at AmazonView on Paiskincare.us

Material: 100% organic cotton | Size: Small | Absorbency: Very absorbent | Colors: Off-white | Machine Washable: Yes

There’s a lot to love about this washcloth. First, it’s double-sided—one side is muslin for exfoliation, and the other is flannel for cleansing and removing makeup. It’s made of 100% organic cotton, meaning it’s unlikely to irritate the skin, and at $24 for three cloths, it’s a relatively good value. The feel is very soft and luxurious (more so on the flannel side, but the muslin side is soft as well), and the muslin side is incredibly exfoliating. It’s nice and small, too, which we love.

The one downside of this washcloth is that it won’t remove all of your makeup. While it wiped away our tinted moisturizer, cheek tint, and concealer easily, it just wasn’t a match for waterproof mascara (which we learned throughout this testing process was incredibly hard to remove in general). Aside from that one issue, we were incredibly impressed.

Best for Acne-Prone Skin

Resorè Face Towel

View on Resore.comView on Ecosmetics.com$35 at Revolve

Material: 67% cotton, 15% lyocell, 15% rayon made from bamboo, 3% silverback polyester | Size: Medium | Absorbency: Very absorbent | Colors: White | Machine Washable: Yes

A supersoft washcloth that also fights acne? we’ll take it. We were impressed by how soothing this washcloth was on our skin, especially given the fact that it’s designed to kill acne-causing bacteria. Also impressive? Its ability to remove makeup. It quickly took off our tinted moisturizer, mascara, and cheek tint. While it didn’t immediately remove our mascara, with enough work, it finally did, which is more than we can say for most washcloths.

Another huge bonus is that it’s machine washable. The downside? When it came to exfoliation, we weren’t blown away. Plus, ringing it at $35 per cloth, it’s on the pricey side.

Best Basic

Amazon Basics Fast-Drying Absorbent Washcloths

$19 at Amazon

Material: 100% cotton | Size: Medium | Absorbency: Very absorbent | Colors: Available in 8 different colors | Machine Washable: Yes

This is a very, very basic washcloth but a reliable standby. In fact, it’s probably the washcloth you’ve been using your whole life. It’s not crazy soft, but not super rough either; it exfoliates, but not super well. It removes most makeup but leaves a little bit behind. Overall, if you’re looking for a very standard, bare-bones washcloth with no fancy promises, this is it. It doesn’t hurt that it’s machine washable and affordable, too.

Best for Sensitive Skin

HipHop Panda Bamboo Washcloths

$40 at Amazon

Material: 90% rayon made from bamboo, 10% cotton | Size: Small | Absorbency: Very absorbent | Colors: Available in seven colors | Machine Washable: Yes

Simply put, we loved this washcloth. While it didn’t remove all of our makeup, nor was it super exfoliating (it’s designed for newborns, so that makes sense), it was so soft and soothing on our skin.

Made from bamboo, these washcloths are some of the softest out there, so it should go without saying that we were impressed with the texture and feel of them. Their skin-smoothing, gentle nature also makes them a great option for anyone with sensitive or finicky skin. Plus, the little panda designs on the packaging are so cute—we’re big fans!

Best for On the Go

Tatcha Kinu Silk Face Cloth

View on Tatcha.com

Material: 100% silk | Size: Small | Absorbency: Not very absorbent | Colors: Light purple | Machine Washable: No

Is there anything more luxurious than using 100% silk on your face? We don’t think so, which is why we love this washcloth for its texture and feel. It’s one of the least irritating washcloths we tested, and we loved how tiny it is, making it perfect for on-the-go use. Another bonus? It can be used wet or dry.

It didn’t rank high from an exfoliating perspective; after all, silk just isn’t that exfoliating. However, where it’s lacking in exfoliation, it makes up for in makeup removal: Although it didn’t get all of our makeup off (that pesky mascara!), the fact that it can remove foundation, cheek tint, and concealer even while dry is enough to score a five in our book. The soothing purple color is a nice touch.

One issue we had with this washcloth is that it’s not machine washable. We love to be able to throw everything in the laundry when it needs a good clean. It’s also pretty pricey: $70 (!) for a five-pack is a hefty price to pay for washcloths, so this is definitely for those who want to make more of an investment in their skin routine.

Best for Exfoliation

Eve Lom 3 Muslin Cloths

$27

$21 at Amazon$27 at Nordstrom$27 at Revolve

Material: 100% cotton | Size: Medium | Absorbency: Somewhat absorbent | Colors: White | Machine Washable: Yes

There’s a lot to love about these washcloths from Eve Lom. They’re made from 100% cotton, they feel clean and crisp on the skin, they’re machine-washable, and at $27 for a three-pack, they’re pretty good value. We went into testing them hyper-focused on makeup removal, but exfoliation is where they really performed. They’re truly effective when buffing away dead skin and debris.

They do come with a small word of warning, though. Don’t scrub too hard with these muslin cloths, as our faces felt a bit dry after using them. Other than that, we liked them. They adequately remove makeup, taking off everything aside from our mascara relatively easily.

Best Chic Option

Coyuchi Organic Towel

$158 at NordstromView on AnthropologieView on Coyuchi.com

Material: 100% organic cotton | Size: Medium | Absorbency: Medium absorbency | Colors: White | Machine Washable: Yes

We’re longtime fans of Coyuchi, so we were excited to try this washcloth. It has a very chic look to it, thanks to the subtle gray stripe detail at the bottom. In terms of function, it removed most, but not all, of our makeup, and it did a great job of exfoliating our faces without leaving them dry or irritated. It wasn’t the softest or most luxurious washcloth we tried, but it was just soft enough.

One thing worth noting: It stains easily. It’s machine washable, so we threw it in the dryer, and our makeup was very visible on it afterward. So if you want it to maintain its chic look, we recommend using stain remover and rinsing it out before tossing it in your washer/dryer.

Best Plush Option

Brooklinen Super-Plush Washcloths

$35 at AmazonView on Brooklinen

Material: 100% Turkish cotton | Size: Medium to large-ish | Absorbency: Somewhat absorbent | Colors: Available in 12 colors | Machine Washable: Yes

Similar to Coyuchi, we’ve been fans of Brooklinen for years. We absolutely love their bathrobes and swear by their sheets, so we were very excited to try this washcloth. It was very soft and plush and removed makeup somewhat well—it didn’t pick up much, if any, of our mascara. It did exfoliate our skin somewhat well, too.

The one downside to this washcloth (other than that it didn’t remove all of our makeup) is that it’s a little on the large side. It’s also a tad pricey at almost $18 per cloth. Overall, where this washcloth really stands out is the feel. It’s incredibly plush—must be that 100% Turkish cotton.

Best for Makeup Removal

Tree To Tub Reuseable Makeup Remover Cloth

$14

$12 at Amazon$19 at TargetView on Walmart

Material: Polyester cloth | Size: Small | Absorbency: Relatively absorbent | Colors: Pink or gray | Machine Washable: Yes

The standout feature of this washcloth is how well it takes off makeup with just water, and fans rave about its ability to remove waterproof mascara quickly and easily. While it’s made from hypoallergenic 100% polyester cloth, it has the feel of a super-soft sherpa blanket. This feels gentle and nonirritating on the skin, even after a thorough cleanse. In terms of exfoliation, it’s double-sided: short fibers easily remove makeup and gently cleanse the skin, while long fibers on the opposite side can be used for gentle exfoliation and deeper cleansing. It’s also designed to work as a suction pad on pores, so it clings and removes dirt and debris with ease.

We love that this cloth is designed for longevity, too, and the brand promises it can withstand hundreds of machine washes. You can also wash it by hand if you take it on vacation. Win-win!