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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August 26, 2013
Fantastic Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

Pros:

Does not irritate my sensitive skin
Feels lovely and no fragrance
Comes in a big bottle and lasts a long time

Cons:

Not strong enough to remove make-up
More expensive than some cleansers, but worth it!

I have so much love for this cleanser. My skin's extremely sensitive and has looked so much less irritated since I started using this cleanser instead of some of the harsher acne-treating type cleansers. Feels lovely on the skin, no fragrance or other things that irritate the skin. As some other reviewers have said it doesn't really lather but I don't find this a problem at all because it cleanses nicely if you just apply it as it is. My only criticism is that it's not powerful enough to remove foundation so I have to use cleansing wipes for that before using this cleanser at night.
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August 8, 2013
Amazing.

Pros:

Gentle
Softens your skin
Doesn't smell bad

Cons:

Doesn't foam

I have been only using this for a week, and my skin loves it. It's so gentle and doesn't irritate acne.
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March 26, 2013

Pros:

Cheaper than most products, feels nice, gentle, doesn't dry skin, doesn't irritate skin, cleans thoroughly.

Cons:

Nothing as yet.

I have been using this product for 5 years on and off. It is the best cleanser I have tried! I love Cetaphil.
February 17, 2013

Pros:

Gentle
Fragrance Free
Doesn't dry out my skin
Easy to rinse off
Non-medicated

Cons:

You have to get used to the texture.
Doesn't remove makeup very well. (I don't wear makeup so that isn't a problem for me.)

When I first used this, I didn't really like it because it didn't leave my skin with that refreshing sensation other cleansers left. However, I just kept using it and it was actually really nice. My skin did feel clean after I washed it, but not tight and dry. It made my skin feel smooth and healthy. This will not help with breakouts alone, but it will prepare the skin for any topical medication.
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January 4, 2013

Pros:

Gentle
Non irritating
Lots of product
Leaves skin feeling soft

Cons:

Not deep cleaning

Good product for sensitive skin
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August 1, 2012

Pros:

- good lather, removes makeup well
- fresh feeling, smells good
- clears acne well. Whiteheads gone in 2 weeks.
- keeps moisture when combined with cetaphil dry skin moisturizer.

Cons:

- does not clear little red bumps, but they are easy to cover with makeup
- doesn't clear scars
- prolonged results 3 + weeks for visual results

Best for use over summer to Lear acne before school. I suggest starting in may and combining it with an acne medication. Will keep purchasing!
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May 29, 2012

Pros:

Clears Acne
Makes Me Feel Clean

Cons:

It pumps out fast
price

It Works Great I Use It Every Morning! It Makes Me Feel Clean a Fresh Every Day! When I Leave The Door I Feel Confident.
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May 15, 2012

Pros:

Smells great!
Foams up well.
Gentle.
Combats acne well.

Cons:

Leaves skin feeling a little tight.
Liquid-y.

I have had moderately severe acne for a while. Though mine isn't in quantity, I do get 2-3 cysts at a time that cluster together. It hurts. On top of that, I have uber sensitive skin that breaks out into bouts of eczema if I use the wrong products on my skin. I was told by a friend that Cetaphil is gentle, and works well to combat acne. For the first 3 months, my acne got worse. But I knew to try something for about 6 months before giving up, so I kept going... And before you knew it, my acne cleared up! It was fantastic. I would have to recommend that you stick with it when it's getting tough. It will work eventually.
April 4, 2012

Pros:

-makes skin feel soft and clean
-easy to use
-non-drying
-gentle
-no scent
-clears some of my acne

Cons:

-didn't remove all acne
-still breaks out

i sleep late and it's summer i wanna get rid of acne so bad cause i feel hurt and have low self-esteem though i still have acne scars and some acne appearing, i have clearer skin now than before i do recommend this cause it helps you ALOT. massage it on your face and don't use your nails. be gentle and cover all areas
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February 18, 2012

Pros:

-really helps dry skin
-dosen't smell at all
-easy to apply and doesn't leave the skin feeling greasy

Cons:

-may cause acne to begin with

I started using cetaphil about a week ago and I absolutely loved it for the first few days- it got rid of ALL the pimples on my face, and there were a lot of pimples there, I'm talking a forest of cystic pimples, so I was so happy.It was also doing wonders for my dry skin that always used to peel and got rid of the redness from previous acne. Then about 2 days ago, I got a couple of white heads on my chin and my forehead. Usually, I would pop them straight away, but because I was on holidays I figured I would leave them and keep using cetaphil- within 1 day they were gone. I've never had that happen to me before because I'd normally pop them. Today it has been one full week since I started using it and this morning I've woken up to two very large red pimples of my forehead with pus. Instead of popping them, i've put on cetaphil (I use the non-water method) and I have already noticed the redness has gone down and it has only been 10 minutes! Would really recommend this product to acne sufferers, however be aware that it could cause you to break out within the first few days. Have patience- it has helped me so much with my confidence, I love it :)
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