Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews

Reviews home, or write a review for this item.

Product summary (477 votes)

How well it works

:):):):)
3.9/5
Agreeability

:):):):)
4.0/5
Affordability

:):):):)
4.0/5

Additional ratings

Consistency

:):):):)
3.9/5 (346 votes)
Packaging

:):):):)
4.0/5 (344 votes)
Fragrance

:):):):)
4.0/5 (347 votes)
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews
(Click to view at drugstore.com. I am in no way affiliated with drugstore.com and receive no compensation for any links.)

Read reviews

Lovely, VA
Apr 22nd, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:Helped clear all my acne face is soft and smooth
Cons:I really dont have any
Bottom Line:It really works I combine it with a 2.5 benzoyl peroxide treatment and face lotion and it works wonders
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Lovely has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:6.00
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Hillary, Pennsylvania
Apr 22nd, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:Doesn't dry skin, leaves my skin feeling clean, very gentle
Cons:none
Bottom Line:It really helps when used with benzoyl peroxide! I have SUPER sensitive skin and even using the lowest amount of BP dries it out. This cleanser used with a mild mosturizer keeps my skin soft, not dry, and not oily. I love it! My dad has also been using it for 10 years and rarely gets break outs. I recommend it!!
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Hillary has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

3 of 3 visitors found the following comment helpful.
Layla
Apr 17th, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:Cleared up my acne! I had moderate acne and proactiv was not working for me. I stopped using proactiv after I was advised to stop on account of the scrub beads in the face wash. I tried cetaphil and it cleared up my skin and made it soft.
Cons:Doesn't get rid of acne scars.
Bottom Line:Using a gentle cleanser has really improved my skin. I also apply micro-treninoin retin-A gel a couple times a week, but I think that the cetaphil really did the trick. Sometimes really harsh products or scrubs can worsen acne. That's why you should experiment and try using cetaphil. I had moderate acne and my skin looked all red and had pustules. It was awful. Now my skin looks incredibly better in just a couple weeks. I also stopped using a moisturizer and just wash my face with cetaphil and then put some cetaphil on my dry face as a moisturizer. It really does work as a moisturizer too without breaking out my skin! Try this.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Layla has used this item for a few weeks.
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

1 of 1 visitors found the following comment helpful.
Anonymous, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Apr 14th, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:It reduced my acne in just a few days, does not irritate skin, does not dry the skin out, reduced post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and made my skin soft.
Cons:none
Bottom Line:Cetaphil works! It greatly reduced the annoying red marks I had on my face and back from acne in just a few days! I wish I would have used the product earlier. I wash with it in the morning and at night and then apply the face moisturizer as well.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

1 of 1 visitors found the following comment helpful.
Cortney, Indiana
Apr 2nd, 2009
How well it works
:):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):)
Pros:It is very gentle on my super sensative skin...Not at all irritating and did clean off makeup well (i use bare minerals, so it isn't super heavy makeup to begin with)...I use in the shower every morning before putting on my Benzaclin.
Cons:had to get used to the texture...it was almost slimy, but i think it is very non irritating due to the fact that it is one consistency and doesn't have any exfoliating beads.
Bottom Line:I love this product and will continue to use this. I will definitely buy it again and would recommend to people with sensative skin that tends to break out a lot.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Cortney has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:9.99
Acne severity:light
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anne, Illinois
Apr 1st, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:It makes my skin feel smooth and fresh. Also, it cleanses it very nicely.
Cons:In beginning it dryed out my skin, but my skin got used to it and didn't get dry anymore.
Bottom Line:I use solodyn, differin, and plexion with this product. This combination cleared my skin and I very rarely get breakouts now. Go see a derm if you are having trouble and STOP using over the counter THEY DO NOT WORK.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Anne has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:14.00
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Christina, Rochester, New York
Mar 31st, 2009
How well it works
:):):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:The cleanser is very affordable.I like the plastic container along with the dispensing pump.It's gentle, it leaves my face smooth and I have little to no break outs since I've been using Cetaphil. The difference in my facial complexion was instant.
Cons:The scent is a little annoying, but not a deal breaker and I'm highly allergic to most scents.
Bottom Line:The bottom line is that I used Neutrogena for years. Until recently I thought it was working. I started getting these hard acne bumps under my skin, it was just so annoying. I'm 35 and decided enough was enough! I did some research on the net for a good over the counter product and several people mentioned Cetaphil. I felt I had nothing to lose. It totally paid off. I can't get over it, there is such a change. I haven't used it for a full winter yet, but I did notice that I could go a day without using it, I could see where it might dry out your skin, if used every day. I still think it's great stuff. I purchased the big container at CVS, on sale for $10 or $11. I've been using for a little or a month and haven't even used a quarter of it yet. The price is totally worth it. Bravo to Cetaphil.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Christina has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:12.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

0 of 1 visitors found the following comment helpful.
Nicole, Ontario, Canada
Mar 24th, 2009
How well it works
:)
Agreeability
:)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:Makes my face soft
Cons:Made my face much worse and dries it out
Bottom Line:It seems to work for everyone else, just not me. I had light acne when I started and now it's much much worse. I've been using this twice a day for just over 3 weeks.
Recommended:No
Usage:Nicole has used this item for a few weeks.
Acne severity:light
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Mindy, Chicago,
Mar 11th, 2009
How well it works
:):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):)
Affordability
:):):):)
Pros:I Like it because it doesnt make my skin very dry and it actually helps!!
Cons:Its doesnt get that deep cleaning feeling. Doesnt remove makeup well
Bottom Line:My doctor told me to try this because of my acne. I Like it Im just so use to my scrubs! So this is a little different for me. My skin is a little dry because of the creams he put me on so I use the lotion also.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Mindy has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:12.99
Acne severity:moderate
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

bossy, Malaysia
Mar 11th, 2009
How well it works
:):):):)
Agreeability
:):):):)
Affordability
:):):):):)
Pros:gentle,mild,non-fragrancenon, non-irritation, clean and won't dry the skin
Cons:no
Bottom Line:use with panoxyl acne gel 2.5 will appear good effect.
i use them now and i feel my acne and acne spot become less and less.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:bossy has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:severe
Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Write a review

If you have a question about "Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser", please visit our message boards. If you have tried "Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser" and wish to review it, please do so below.

Rate from 1 (worst) to 5 (best) in the colored boxes below. Hover your mouse over each box for details. You may also optionally fill in your name, location, and additional fields below. Please check for accuracy before submitting your rating.

* Required:
How well it works
12345
Agreeability
12345
Affordability
12345
Optional:
Consistency
12345
Packaging
12345
Fragrance
12345

Name:
First name or Acne.org forum alias,
Blank for anonymous
Location:
USA: City, State (e.g. New York, NY)
Other: City, Country (e.g. Rome, Italy)
Pros:
0 of 250 characters used
Cons:
0 of 250 characters used
Bottom Line:
0 of 1000 characters used
Recommended:Yes No
Usage:How long have you used this on a consistent basis?
Acne severity:How would you rate the severity of your acne?
Price Paid:How much did this product/treatment cost?
For prescriptions, please enter your monthly costs.
$
 

We welcome your feedback for the reviews page.