Cetaphil : Gentle Skin Cleanser

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Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Stearyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben.

Items marked with orange can be irritating and over-drying, especially to acne-prone skin.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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May 27, 2011

Pros:

Gentle, good for sensitive skin
Nice clean texture and smell
Non-soap
Feels almost soft
Lasts a long time
Does not require water to wash off

Cons:

Did not clear acne

This is a great cleanser for more sensitive skin and parts of the body - I use it both on my face, and even my mother who has terrible skin that is extremely sensitive has been using Cetaphil for years with no problems. You can even get the generic type at Walmart or the big one at Costco, so it can be cost-effective if you are sensible. The bottle lasts for a long time (I used 3-6 squirts a day and I've had this bottle for a few months). However, this did not clear my acne at all. Another pro is that if you are unable to fully wash your face (with water, etc.) you can use this without water and just wipe it off, leaving a thin layer (per the instructions on the back of the bottle).
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August 11, 2010

Pros:

Very gentle
No smell
Washes off easily

Cons:

Has a weird consistency
Goes on like a thin lotion

To me, the consistency and the way a product goes on is not as important as if it truly works. Although I have not been using this product for long, I have no complaints about its effectiveness.
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July 9, 2010

Pros:

mild
odor free
rinses easily

I always recommend this brand to friends and others looking for a new cleanser or moisturizer.This product is readily available and cheap compared to others. It leaves the skins smooth and fresh feeling even when used twice a day. Other great Cetaphil products include the moisturizer which contains sunscreen and feels light when applied.
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January 15, 2009

Pros:

SUPER gentle but still cleans, softens skin, fragrance free, calms skin and reduces redness compared to medicated washes

Cons:

could be cheaper, but it is a great product

FALSE MYTH: if you have anything above light acne, you need a medicated cleanser. TRUTH: Be gentle, even with higher levels of acne! Double medicating, or using a medicated "acne cleanser" and another topical treatment like BP or spot treatment only made my skin look worse by causing redness and irritation. It took me a long time to realize this after jumping from medicated cleanser to medicated cleanser! After switching to Cetaphil my irritation and redness has gone way down, and I depend on a Benzoyl Peroxide cream to treat the acne areas. ALSO, CAUTION WITH THE CETAPHIL GENERICS: Being a cheapskate, I tried to save $ with a TARGET's generic brand, but it stung my face, and I am back on the name brand. Other generics might not do this, but remember, TARGET STINGS!
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October 17, 2008

Pros:

my redness become less..
acne become less day by day

Cons:

blackhead still have..

affordable... can use any part of our body... even for the most sensitive skin....
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February 19, 2007

Pros:

it's alright. the smell isnt too bad.

Cons:

it takes a while to get used to the "feel" of it/pricey

it's best just to use this product if you have light/moderate acne. it is a bit pricey. i use it before i go to school since my skin tends to flake on me in certain spots. an overall okay product. not the best, but it helps
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October 10, 2006

Pros:

Very gentle, non-drying. A bottle lasts a really long time. They also sell travel size bottles, which is great. Have been using for 17 years on the advice of a dermatologist, and haven't had problems with my skin since.

Cons:

No cons.

Since it isn't drying and doesn't leave a lot of residue on your skin if you rinse with water (like in the shower), you might think that there is still product left on your face, but there isn't. You may need to get used to it and give it a chance to work. Like I said, I've been using it for 17 years and have had no acne problems since starting. For the occasional breakout, I will use Biore wipes at night on the affected area, but other than that, only the Cetaphil. I would highly recommend it.
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February 19, 2015
Good for dry/sensitive. Okay for oily skin in the AM.

Cetaphil Gentle is a non-lathering cleanser that does not strip your skin at all. However, really oily folks may not feel like their pores are getting a good enough clean. And makeup-lovers will definitely need to supplement this cleanser with a real makeup remover. With lighter makeup, though, you might be able to simply double-cleanse. Lastly, the texture is very thin and watery, so you have to use a lot, unlike thicker non-lathering cleansers like the Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Hydrating Cleanser. Overall, great for sensitive and dry skin! But for oily skin, it's probably better as a morning cleanser, when you're not cleaning off as much oil or daytime debris, pollution, etc. Side note: Some people seriously question Cetaphil's ingredients. If you want, you can read more at "Why Cetaphil Is the Devil" by [Removed] website.

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August 18, 2014
Cetaphil is the Best!!!!!
I am Madison. I am 16 years old and i have been using cetephil since 7th grade. My face is really oily and i get ance really quick from my skin being so oily. And also the sun break my face out too. Moving right along, i been using the gentle skin cleaner and the spf15 suncreen and it help me so must. I couldnt ask for a better ance control face wash than cetephil.
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July 30, 2014
Works wonders!
This is an all-around great product for me. It works especially well on my fairly sensitive skin. It is mild enough that it doesn't dry out your skin but still reduces the size and tenderness of my acne. It did not make my skin red or flakey, and it works just like it says on the bottle! Definitely recommend!
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