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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 16 fl oz (473 ml)

 
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz
 
4.0

(based on 389 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (236)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (55)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (25)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (25)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (48)

82%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Gentle (167)
  • Leaves clean feel (116)
  • Not greasy (98)
  • Moisturizing (79)
  • Improves skin texture (71)

Cons

  • Doesn't remove makeup (29)
  • Doesn't work (27)
  • Dries out skin (14)
  • Irritates skin (11)
  • Messy (8)

Best Uses

  • Sensitive skin (105)
  • Daily use (96)
  • All skin types (83)
  • Dry skin (59)
  • Combination skin (24)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Brand buyer (90), Budget shopper (77)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

When All Else Fails

After I destroyed by skin with all the harsh acne products I wanted something gentle and calming. I picked up cetaphil and after a week of using it day and night I was amazed. ...Read complete review

After I destroyed by skin with all the harsh acne products I wanted something gentle and calming. I picked up cetaphil and after a week of using it day and night I was amazed. My skin has cleared up and I no longer have dry patches or an oily Tzone. I believe most people develop bad acne after using so much stuff on their skin. Good thing it regenerates.

It has been a month and my skin tone looks natural and not damaged.I still have the occasional small pimple but nothing noticable or cystic. So if your face is screaming for rescue try cetaphil GENTLE skin cleanser. The other cetaphil is a bit strong for dry or sensative skin but I use it when my skin gets hormonal and oily. Either way this is a great product and drinking enough water helps too.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Huge disappointment, harsh!

I had been using Purity Made Simple by Philosophy, and liked it, but wanted something more reasonably priced. I needed a cleanser that would be gentle, remove makeup and not dry out my ...Read complete review

I had been using Purity Made Simple by Philosophy, and liked it, but wanted something more reasonably priced. I needed a cleanser that would be gentle, remove makeup and not dry out my skin. I use Differin prescription product on my skin, and since Cetaphil is made by the same manufacturer, and I had heard good things about how gentle it is, I thought I'd give it a try. I was deeply disappointed.

Cetaphil dried out my skin horribly, leaving it absolutely parched and dreadfully tight after rinsing it off. It stung my skin when I washed with it, smelled unpleasant and caused my skin to flake and peel the following day. The worst part was the hyper-oiliness that resulted from using it. My skin reacted to being dried out so badly by the Cetaphil by cranking oil production into high gear. By mid-afternoon I had a disgusting, nasty, visible oil slick alll over my face, and I have never had that problem before. The increased oil production caused acne, which had completely disappeared since I'd been using Differin. I couldn't use moisturizer because even though I desperately needed it after the Cetaphil dried out my skin, it added to the puddle of oil on my face that appeared in the afternoon.

I have stopped using Cetaphil, and have gone back to Purity Made Simple by Philosophy. I'll never sacrifice quality for price again.

I can't say anything good about this product. It was disasterous for my skin, and I'm really surprised by this. I do not recommend it to anyone.

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2.0

Dried out my face.

By New=not better.

from Los Angeles

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Pros

    Cons

    • Dries Out Skin
    • Irritates Skin

    Best Uses

      Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

      This stuff worked well for me when I was in my 20's. Mind you I never wore make-up and was unable to put any cream on my face or I would end up with tons of pimples. Back then it did not remove the few acne that I had but it did make my face look and feel soft. Now fast forward I am in my 40's and have been on a crusade for the right make-up remover. ( foundation etc) So I decided to try this one again. While in the shower I applied it generously to my face and removed my make-up with a wash cloth. I don't like those foaming cleanser that just suck all the moisture from your face. Strangely enough this gentle Cetaphil dried out my skin completely. I will not buy this again. And it the meantime I discovered Dickinson's Witch hazel gentle face wash and the pore perfecting toner. It's more natural, does not dry out my skin and takes care of my adult acne and other stuff. Sorry cetaphil but you are just too much filled with drying chemicals.

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      5.0

      No more spots.

      By jude

      from mid-Atlantic

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      Pros

      • Balances Skin
      • Gentle
      • Improves Skin Texture
      • Leaves Clean Feel
      • Moisturizing
      • Not Greasy
      • Smells Great

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Acne-Prone Skin
        • Combination Skin
        • Daily Use
        • Oily Skin
        • Sensitive Skin

        Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

        Even at age 55 I still get acne. Most of it has to do with oily skin and clogged pores. I do a soft face wash with Cetaphyl in the morning and evening. I wake up to no red spots. I also apply my Badger Balm Damascus Rose face/body oils. I make sure I gently apply the body oil to my neck and chest area. I apply their Beauty Balm to my crows feet and hands. These two product lines work together to keep my skin clear and supple.

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        5.0

        I've used Cetaphil for over 25 years!

        By laughing woman

        from Pahrump, NV

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        Pros

        • Gentle
        • Improves Skin Texture
        • Leaves Clean Feel
        • Moisturizing
        • Not Greasy

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Acne-Prone Skin
          • All Skin Types
          • Combination Skin
          • Daily Use
          • Dry Skin
          • Oily Skin
          • Sensitive Skin

          Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

          First used Cetaphil in 1988. It's great for camping because you can just wipe off with a tissue instead of splashing off with water. People ask what I use for facial products, so I must be doing something right!

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          4.0

          Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz

          By Doglover

          from Dallas, TX

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          Pros

          • Gentle
          • Leaves Clean Feel
          • Moisturizing
          • Not Greasy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Skin Types

            Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

            A really good product, especially for everyday use. Doesn't irriate skin, no scent; I don't feel like one pump does enough to cleanse skin, but that might just be me (two pumps works great).

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            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Wish I could get my money back

            By R.S.

            from CA

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            Pros

            • Gentle

            Cons

            • Doesn't Remove Makeup
            • Ineffective
            • Messy

            Best Uses

              Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

              This cleanser did not remove any of my makeup. I had used the Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser in the past & liked it, so I thought I would try the Gentle Skin version. I would use it then wash my face off three separate times during my routine and still I would have makeup on my eyes & skin. When I would apply my toner with a cotton ball, the cotton would show quit a lot of makeup on it. I will just stick to Olay & Neutrogena.

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              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              The classic gentle cleanser

              By Bruingolfer

              from Los Angeles, CA

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              Pros

              • Gentle
              • Improves Skin Texture
              • Not Greasy

              Cons

              • Doesn't Remove Makeup

              Best Uses

                Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

                I use cetaphil's gentle cleanser for morning washes. It doesnt have the harshness of soap. The texture is fabulous and has no smell whatsoever. It's as pure as it gets. This is not a makeup remover, and I also don't use it to clean off sunblock. I use other cleansers for night wash. But for mornings when only the gentlest cleanser is necessary, cetaphil is the go to product. If you're looking for a similar product that cleans makeup, I suggest cetaphil's antibacterial bar soap. It gets out all the stuff the gentle cleanser does not remove.

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                3.0

                Take a look at the ingredients - shocked

                By bagaliciouslady

                from NYC

                Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

                Take one look at the list of ingredients & you'll see that not a single thing in this product (except water) is natural or good for your skin.

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                Very gentle, not squeaky clean

                By mariposa

                from Washington, DC

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                Pros

                • Gentle
                • Improves Skin Texture
                • Moisturizing

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

                    My dermatologist recommended this for my elderly but still oily skin. I have always tried for that squeaky clean feeling, which apparently is too harsh, but have trouble getting used to this gentle cleaning.

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                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    Gentle Cleanser

                    By Carrie

                    from Fl

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                    Pros

                    • Gentle
                    • Not Greasy

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Daily Use
                      • Sensitive Skin

                      Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

                      I have very sensitive skin. This product does not irritate my skin. I do have to scrub with a sponge when using it because it will not remove my make up with just using fingers.

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                      3.0

                      Very diluted!

                      By Dolly

                      from CA

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                      Pros

                      • Gentle

                      Cons

                      • Messy

                      Best Uses

                      • Sensitive Skin

                      Comments about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, 16 fl oz:

                      This product was recommended by my doctor as I have very sensitive skin. I'm not sure it is the product or I got a bottle whereby the product was not up to standard. It is very runny and as a result a lot of waste each time I use it. At this rate I'll run out of it very soon. I'll try buying this at my local drug store.
                      I do believe it is a good product for my skin.

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