DHC Deep Cleansing Oil is undoubtedly a cult product. DHC was one of the first brands to introduce a cleaning oil. Launched in 1995, at that time it was unthinkable to use oil to remove makeup and to this day DHC Deep Cleansing Oil has a loyal fan base in all parts of the world. Sadly DHC is not cruelty free, DHC sells its products in mainland China, where animal testing is required by law.
Cruelty Free UK compiled a list of cruelty free alternatives to DHC Deep Cleansing Oil for every budget, all these products are cruelty free and ethically made.
9 Cruelty Free Alternatives To DHC Deep Cleansing Oil

The Inkey List Oil & Water Double Cleanser
£9.00
The Inkey List is cruelty free
A combined, 2-in-1 daily cleanser formulated with naturally derived Sea Buckthorn and Sweet Almond oil. Gently removes make-up and skin impurities while nourishing. Added Panthenol works to improve skins moisture levels for a non-drying and thorough cleanse.
theinkeylist.com
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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The Body Shop Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil
£12.00
The Body Shop is cruelty free and PETA and Leaping Bunny certified
It’s a cleanser, it’s a makeup remover and it’s about to become your new best friend. Introducing our Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil, a r efreshing oil cleanser that leaves your skin feeling beautifully clean and soft.
thebodyshop.com
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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Super Facialist Vitamin C+ Brighten Cleansing Oil
£12.00
Super Facialist is cruelty free
The ultimate cleansing experience for fresher skin starts with this unique, lightweight cleansing oil. Infusing Vitamin C with nourishing Olive oil, the cleansing oil transforms itself, upon contact with water, into a light milky texture, to gently dissolve make up and remove daily impurities.
superfacialist.co.uk
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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Biossance Squalane + Antioxidant Cleansing Oil
£25.00
Biossance is cruelty free, vegan and PETA certified
An antioxidant-rich, No Compromise™ cleansing oil that gently removes long-wear makeup and leaves skin with a beautiful, healthy look and feel. The lightweight oil lifts away makeup and impurities, then rinses completely clean with water. Formulated with our sugarcane-derived, sustainable squalane oil, it helps keep skin hydrated and feeling fresh.
biossance.com
Available at select retailers
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Medik8 Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil
£27.00
Medik8 is cruelty free and vegan
It doesn’t get smoother than this silky oil cleanser. Ideal for all those fans of a good double cleanse or even just heavy make-up wearers.
medik8.com
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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Pai Light Work Rosehip Cleansing Oil
£33.00
Pai is cruelty free, vegan and Leaping Bunny certified
Gentle yet ultra efficient! Formulated for sensitive skin and eyes but loved across all skin types, our cleansing oil shifts SPF, makeup, daily grime at speed leaving you with clean, soft skin. No rubbing, no stinging, no problem
paiskincare.com
Available at select retailers
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Dermalogica Precleanse
£39.00
Dermalogica is cruelty free and PETA and Leaping Bunny certified
Deep-cleansing oil melts make-up and impurities from skin. Achieve ultra clean and healthy-looking skin with the Double Cleanse regimen that begins with PreCleanse. Thoroughly melt away layers of excess sebum (oil), sunscreen, waterproof make-up, environmental pollutants and residual products that build up on skin throughout the day. Ideal even for oily skin conditions.
dermalogica.co.uk
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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Votary Rose Geranium and Apricot Cleansing Oil
£45.00
Votary is cruelty free
Made from 100% natural, pure plant oils, Rose Geranium and Apricot Cleansing Oil is lightweight and gentle with a lovely easy slip on the skin. It contains nourishing apricot oil and jojoba and is brilliant at whisking away every trace of the day, including grime, environmental toxins, sunscreen and make-up (even waterproof mascara).
votary.co.uk
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
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Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser
£71.00
Tata Harper is cruelty free and PETA and Leaping Bunny certified
A multi-vitamin cleansing oil that breaks down buildup and dissolves makeup without stripping the skin for a soft, supple feeling. Best for makeup removal and dry, uneven skin.
tataharperskincare.com
Available at select retailers and Amazon UK
Learn more about Tata Harper
Despite the fact that DHC Deep Cleansing Oil is an iconic product with a cult following, the company is not cruelty free. DHC sells its products in mainland China where animal testing is required by law. Therefore we recommend choosing one of the cruelty free alternatives to DHC Deep Cleansing Oil.
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