Cetaphil : Gentle Skin Cleanser

Brand:
Reviews
4.0
996 Reviews

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.

5
46.9%
4
27.1%
3
11.6%
2
8.2%
1
6.1%

Used Cetaphil : Gentle Skin Cleanser? Rate It:

Choose from 1 to 5 stars
July 3, 2011

Pros:

-Leaves skin soft and moisturized
-Love the smell
-Big bottle/lots of product(inexpensive)
-Gentle(great for use with topicals)
-Clears acne

Cons:

-Doesn't take off makeup

I'm on Epiduo(topical) right now for my acne so I needed something that wouldn't irritate my skin and leave it moisturized. This cleanser is perfect! It leaves my skin supple,soft and is clearing my acne! Don't waste your money on expensive cleansers that'll irritate the skin. Keep it simple. Best cleanser I've tried...really gentle. Lasts a long time.
This Was Helpful

28 user(s) found this helpful

Report
April 11, 2010

Pros:

-Acne clears a little bit
-Prevents acne from developing
-Easy to apply & wash off
-Lot's in a bottle
-Soft skin

Cons:

...........

It is the best acne cleanser I have tried. I got a Cetaphil cleanser for oily acne prone skin, which is my skin type. Great product!
This Was Helpful

28 user(s) found this helpful

Report
January 26, 2010

Pros:

mile cleanser that doesnt scour or over dry skin. no additives to lead you to believe you are getting a clean rinse.

Cons:

not foamy, and one may think that they are not getting a good wash.

Good for daily cleansing. wouldnt rely on it for makeup removal b/c its not a scouring substance. If your face breaks out when you change soaps its prob. b/c your face isnt used to it and is fighting it.
This Was Helpful

28 user(s) found this helpful

Report
September 19, 2015
Cleanses without stripping the skin!
Ive had mild acne for a couple years now and have purchased countless products to try and combat my breakouts. This cleanser is great for daily washing. I use it morning and night religiously. I dont think it does an awful lot to actually treat acne in any way, but does help to soothe and wash the skin from any dirt that gets built up throughout the day. Also ive found that it does remove oiliness from the skin however doesn't strip it entirely, which is really important when trying to fight acne. Furthermore, it hasnt caused me any severe breakouts or further irritation. Id recommend sticking with it and giving it an honest go!
This Was Helpful

27 user(s) found this helpful

Report
January 21, 2011

Pros:

Doesnt irritate, makes skin feel amazing, no redness or dry spots!!

Cons:

none?

Okay so i am at the point where i have been through cleansers A-Z that all have irritated my skin. i tired eucerin and it didnt even work it just made my face swell and as red as a cherrry! about a day or two ago i started using this and so far CLEAR SKIN!!!!!! i am not breaking out and this is just one of the best cleansers out there for sensitive skin!!! Thankyou soooo much Cetaphil i will definately buy again!!!
This Was Helpful

27 user(s) found this helpful

Report
December 1, 2010

Pros:

-Very gentle
-Does not irritate my skin
-Good for sensitive skin

Cons:

None

My dermatologist recommended this to me. I have sensitive skin so many products really irritate my skin and make it dry and red, but this doesn't. It is very gentle and my skin feels so nice after I use it :)
This Was Helpful

27 user(s) found this helpful

Report
June 11, 2011

Pros:

clears moderate acne within weeks
gentle enough to use up to three times a day
doesn't dry skin out
lasts a long time (i use one squirt per wash and one small bottle lasts two months)
REALLY inexpensive

Cons:

slightly pungent smell; however, you quickly get used to it
does not clear blackheads

I had moderate acne and used this product in the morning and nights (and sometimes afternoon if i feel grimy) along with aveeno natural moisturizer, changing my towels and pillowcase every other day, and i have no pimples now! (aside from the monthly pimple or two) it's important to not only rely on the wash, since this wash cleans all makeup and dirt, you need to not expose yourself to dirty pillows or towels after using it, otherwise reversing the idea of the wash. frankly, it's amazing for all skin types! tip: if you want this to work, keep clean towels and pillowcases handy, drink a lot of water, use it consistently within two weeks you'll notice the difference. i also switched to mineral makeup, so it doesn't clog my pores
This Was Helpful

26 user(s) found this helpful

Report
March 2, 2011

Pros:

Delicate & soothing
Non-drying
No burning / itching / stinging
Clearer skin within first 2 weeks
Good price
Easy to use

Cons:

It's not a miracle cure - but I don't believe there is such a thing.
You must stick with it!

I'm 27 - I have mild to moderate acne up and down since I was 16. Like most people I have tried nearly everything with little or no effect. By chance I came across some reviews on this and thought I'd give it a go. I don't usually write reviews on things, but so far have felt this is one of the best things I have ever come across for my super oily skin and want to share my experience in the hopes it may help someone else who's feeling as though there's no hope for their skin. Application: At first it's strange, after being so used to washing my face with water and some form of "soap" like cleanser, it does take some getting used to - it's basically a lotion consistency - I slap a fair amount on, pat it in, leave it a minute or two and gentle remove it with cotton wool. This is particularly satisfying at the end of the day as the cotton wool tends to be a murky grey dirt colour! Timescale: I've been using it for exactly one month. I saw results with 2 weeks but waited to review it in case it was by chance. So far I have noticed that I have fewer breakouts (especially bad at the time of the month, yet I've just passed that and I had only one very small spot). Overall my skin feels smoother, looks cleaner, feels cleaner and older acne scars appear a little less obvious. Overall: It does take a little getting used to - but give it a chance and stick at it because if you are like me, and feel like you tried everything else, this really might be worth a shot for you. Also, as a side note, I am no longer moisturizing as this doesn't not dry the skin at all and no matter how good and mattifying a moisturizer is, I always end up an oil-slick by the end of the day. I am still a little oily by the end of the day but no where near as much. I have also managed to train myself out of the habit of touching my face throughout the day, whether stressed or agitated - I believe this improves your chances of
This Was Helpful

26 user(s) found this helpful

Report
November 15, 2010

Pros:

- non-drying
- non-greasy
- gentle
- keeps my skin clear(ish)

Cons:

- awkward consistency
- doesn't remove makeup very well

this is the only cleanser that I have used that I like enough to keep using. It keeps my skin as clear as possible without over drying it. Sometimes I don't even have to moisturize. I've tried other facial cleansers but keep going back to this one.
This Was Helpful

26 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 17, 2010

Pros:

-It stops breakouts
-It leaves skin smooth
-Inexpensive
-It really does WORK !

Cons:

-It don't feel like It cleans your skin
-I can't really tell if I washed it all off
-It don't foam

Ive used cetephil the oily skin one for about 3 months. The results were slow, and I broke out 3 times during those 3 months. Then I ran out. I stopped using it for 2 weeks. I broke out 2 times during that time when I didn't have it. My acne went from moderate to moderatly severe. I though it was just how cetaphil worked. So I went to the drug store and bought the regular cetaphil. I was amazed that It worked better than the oily skin one. And really did clear my acne ! I love cetaphil. Its amazing ! I went on vacation for a week and forgot about the cetaphil. My skin stayed clear ! I Absolutely love cetaphil ! Its amazing.
This Was Helpful

26 user(s) found this helpful

Report