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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Overall rating from 426 reviews so far:
4.4/5
Would use it again?
4.4/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.4/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.4/5

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is a mild, non-irritating formulation that soothes skin as it cleans.

Designed specifically to work for all skin types, it is a simple, yet highly effective way to care for your skin.

-Fragrance, soap & lanolin free.

-Gentle on baby's skin.

-Removes light make up.

-Non-comedogenic (won't block pores).

-Helps skin retain moisture.

-pH balanced.

-Won't sting eyes.

-Use with or without water.

Website www.cetaphil.co.nz

Availability: Life Pharmacy, Unichem Pharmacy, Chemist Warehouse, Many other independent pharmacies

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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

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Overall rating:
2.0/5
26th April, 2024
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It's fine..

How else can I describe this other than with lack luster terns of fine and ok. I was recommended Cetaphil by friends when I was struggling with acne and angry skin. And while this cleanser is gentle and didn't agitate my skin further, I also didn't really see any improvement in my acne as promised. I finished the bottle but didn't bother buying again. While the price, size and accessibility is good, I moved onto to something else looking for better results.

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
11th December, 2013
0 members found this review useful
Better alternatives

I used this cleanser in the oily skin formula as I was recommended it for treating acne. I feel that it did somewhat improve my blemishes, but not to an amazing extent. This product claims to remove light make up however it didn't remove make up thoroughly so I was having to use a cleansing oil, a cleanser for removing an residue make up and then the Cetaphil. The product itself smelt like chemicals and did feel relaxing or fresh to apply. I simply felt like an acne treatment. After reading the ingredients list I have now switched to more natural based skincare that has improved my skin in the short term and long term. The Cetaphil cleanser is not a bad product, there are simply better alternatives.

Tips: Remove your make up prior to using Cetaphil.

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chelseaadelaide
12th December, 2013

I use the Lush mask of magnaminty and tea tree toner which are brilliant for acne. I also use the Kiri manuka honey moisteriser. I also use Clarins cleansers, exfoliators, moisterisers etc which aren't natural, but more so than cetaphil.

nelliebelle
12th December, 2013

I was thinking of trying Cetaphil to help my acne seeing it recommended as well. Now I've seen a few mixed reviews on here and I'm not sure. What is the natural based skincare that you mentioned worked for you? Thanks :)

Overall rating:
1.7/5
19th September, 2014
0 members found this review useful
Hives!

I was really disappointed with Cetaphil everyone claims to love it so I went all out and bought the largest pump bottle and I was pretty distraught after finding out how allergic I am to this so called 'hypoallergenic cleanser'. I also find the texture quite strange, its slimy kind of gel like (and doesn't foam which I appreciate) but it doesn't seem to remove makeup well at all and it doesn't completely wash off either - it leaves an almost tacky film behind which my skin seems to not like whatsoever and I broke out all over my face and neck in hives. Overall I would personally not recommend and my ultra sensitive skin prefers good old Ponds cold cream over this. Mind you I am also very allergic to another recommended product for us sensitive skin folks (Aqueous Cream) which is very weird as it is such a benign product.

Tips: Get a sample if you are ultra-sensitive before committing to a large bottle!

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
10th January, 2015
0 members found this review useful
Not for the oily.

This is a super gentle clenser and helps minimise acne, i love trying new products especially anything that would minimise my acne, however I myself have quite oily skin and it didn't help me with that issue so I stopped using it. I think it is best suited for people with normal/dry/combination skin rather than oily perhaps, but everyone is different and that is how this product suited me.

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
28th March, 2015
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Let down

I had heard many good things about this product aiming towards acne prone skin . It retailed for 20.99 when I purchased it from the supermarket , which I was a little hesitant to spend that much. I used it for at least 3 months but found it dry out my skin , and left it feeling irritated. It did not do any thing for me other than remove makeup easily. I wouldn't purchase it again personally , I have found success in much cheaper products.

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
15th May, 2016
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A bit greasy

I used this because my pharmacist recommended it. I get dermatitis and eczema so I thought this would be a great alternative to soap. I didn't react to it, which is great but I did find it extremely greasy and I could feel it still sitting on my skin from one shower to another.

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
15th August, 2019
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Meh

When i first heard of this cleanser it sounded great to me, pH balanced , gentle , non comedogenic etc. I feel like this product gets hyped up way to much simply because it is recommended by dermatologists. This cleanser done nothing for me, there are defiantly way better ones out there. At the point when i used this i had cystic acne and this cleanser dried my whole face. I will probably never buy another cetaphil product as it just seemed like a waste of money to me :(

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
14th August, 2021
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Incredibly drying

This cleanser was so incredibly drying! It has a nice amount of foam and lather but after rinsing it off my skin was very tight. After a less then a month of continuous use once a day I noticed severe dry patches on my nose, cheeks and chin. I can infact say it does a good job cleansing but also stripping your face of all natural oils. My skin slowly recovered after I stopped using the cleanser.

Tips: If you have dry skin don't use it in winter or at all

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Overall rating:
1.3/5
12th December, 2013
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Cetaphil

I seem to be one of the very few people who don't like this product. I had heard rave reviews and gave it a go. It left my face feeling like it hadn't been cleansed properly. I felt as if my makeup was still there even after using makeup wipes. Overall this face wash was not one I would repurchase. I disliked it so much that I gave it away.

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Overall rating:
1.3/5
27th December, 2014
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Drying

This cleanser didn't seem to work on me. I found that my acne and redness didn't disappear and that it would dry out my skin really bad. After using it for about 1 month i stopped using it because i was not getting any good results. I heard from word of mouth and youtube that Cetaphyl was really good in getting your face cleared up but it dint seem to on my skin type which i would say is oily.

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