Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews

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3.9/5
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4.0/5

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4.0/5 (347 votes)
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews
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lola, boston, ma
Sep 3rd, 2008
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Pros:gentle, fragrance-free, cheap, non-drying.
Cons:not sure how effective in removing makeup.
Bottom Line:I've tried using neutrogena extra gentle cleanser for a week and it clogged up my pores. Switch to this and I've no problem so far.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:lola has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:8.00
Acne severity:light
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Anonymous, Annapolis MD
Aug 20th, 2008
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Pros:Cheap. Unscented. Extremely gentle. Terrific in winter because it doesn't dry skin.
Cons:None.
Bottom Line:But I've used this cleanser for years and I love it. My skin dries easily and this product leaves it soft and moist.

I don't, however, like the new anti-baterial Cetaphil that comes in the white bottle.

I've also used the Rite-Aid generic version of this cleanser, which is also good and is even cheaper.
Recommended:Yes
Acne severity:light
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Chelsea, Colorado
Aug 20th, 2008
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Pros:This product makes your skin feel clean witout drying it out..
takes the red out of pimples.
Cons:not as powerful as most acne products
Bottom Line:its good for EVERYONE! even babies can use this. it wont overdry or even dry out your face.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Chelsea has used this item for an inconsistent period of time.
Price Paid:3.50
Acne severity:moderate
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Stridex Dual Solutions
Aug 18th, 2008
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Pros:clears up acne and prevents it
Cons:does not work well on blackheads
Bottom Line:use this product with a moisturizer and a spot treatment to clear black heads
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Stridex Dual Solutions has used this item for a few weeks.
Price Paid:6.00
Acne severity:light
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Dayna, Singapore
Aug 11th, 2008
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Pros:Light texture, affordable. Fragrance free. Gentle and does not irritate my sensitive skin.
Cons:Quite drying. Makes my flaking skin even worse after a few days.
Bottom Line:Minus the dryness, it's a rather good cleanser although it does not foams well at all. But I won't stick with it because it dries my skin quite badly.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Dayna has used this item for a day or two.
Price Paid:15.00
Acne severity:moderate
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maddi, california
Aug 1st, 2008
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Pros:doesn't make you breakout, leaves skin feeling smooth, and helps pimples heal fast also great price
Cons:none
Bottom Line:buy this product you won't regret it best cleanser i've ever used
Recommended:Yes
Usage:maddi has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:very light
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krazzle, mn
Jul 26th, 2008
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Pros:so gentle on my sensitive skin, it isn't a pain to use like some other cleansers, cheap, nice bottle, lasts a long time
Cons:no changes in acne, cheeks still get a little dry, oil production the same or worse, smells a bit--but its better than a fake fragrance
Bottom Line:perfect to throw into your regimen because it isn't strong so you won't be aggravating your skin...prepares well for treatment.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:krazzle has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:4.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Willow, Houston, TX
Jul 25th, 2008
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Pros:Good for people who tend to turn red when using soaps; soothing; packaging is very generous
Cons:Must rinse well or it leaves a film (noncomedogenic, but annoying); doesn't lather at all, so you have to use more to spread it around
Bottom Line:Very easy on the skin and straightforward, although more of a later would be nice.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Willow has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:7.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Nate, GA
Jul 22nd, 2008
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Pros:Cleans without overdrying. Removes oil. Maintains healthy skin.
Cons:Doesnt fight acne directly.
Bottom Line:Great product. I am on antibiotics and topical retinoids, so this complements it perfectly. I do not need a cleanser with salicylic acid or bp so this is great. I have no need to apply moisturizer after using it, and I normally have very dry skin.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Nate has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:7.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Aziza, Calgary, AB
Jul 22nd, 2008
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Pros:This stuff is so amazing. I've been using it for months now and my skin looks better than it has ever before in my life. I'm 26 and have suffered from mild acne for as long as I can remember. I used cetaphil after my dermatologist recommended it.
Recommended:Yes
Price Paid:16.00
Acne severity:moderate
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