Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser

I have incredibly sensitive skin - the kind of skin that gets red or breaks out when I put any new cleaner, lotion or creme on it. My dermatologist recommended Cetaphil many, many moons ago and I don't dare use any other cleanser. It's actually a "non soap soap" so it doesn't leave any of the residue other cleaners/soaps leave behind in your pores. Using it and cleaning my face is my favorite part of my "end of day" beauty routine.

I have been fighting a battle with my acne prone skin for my entire life. I would spend 100s of dollars on fancy cleansers, convinced that they were the only thing I was allowed to put on my face. I started using Cetaphil a few years ago after I went on a trip and forgot to pack my oh-so-expensive cleanser. I had heard from my dermatologist and tons of friends that it was a great cleanser, so I thought it would be ok for a couple of days. Now I am totally hooked and I wont use anything else. It does not dry my skin, but leaves it feeling clean and fresh. I love that you can buy it anywhere, so I never stress when I accidentally forget to pack it. It's also much better than leaving your $50 bottle of cleanser in the hotel shower.

With all the different products I am trying and a couple of new prescriptions, I can guarantee that this will soothe and be gentle on my skin. I've used it for at least 15 years because it is gentle and really leaves my face feeling clean. Easy to rinse off. Several derms have recommended this to me as well as my pediatrician for my kids. I use this in the shower all the time and for washing my face during the day after working out or being outside too long. In every bathroom in my house.

Whenever I go to the US I always lug back a big bottle of this amazing cleanser. My skin's combination and Cetaphil is so gentle but SO effective, and works on my entire face. I've constantly read rave reviews of this product in the many US mags I read, so I made a bee line for it in the store when I was over there. It totally lived up to all my expectations and more! It comes in such a big bottle that it lasts a really long time and it's such a bargain price!

This is a product I periodically return to, and it's consistently good, but I definitely prefer picking it up in colder weather. I have combination skin that tends to stay on the oily side in the summer, and that's when I feel like this cleanser just never gets my face clean enough. I would not recommend it for anyone who lives in a sticky or humid climate and likes that refreshing clean feeling. Still it's a standout for something available at any drugstore. It's emollient, doesn't dehydrate or irritate, and is great at washing off makeup. It's so emollient, in fact, that I've used it in place of shaving cream when I've run out suddenly.

Cetaphil has long been on my top 5 list of toiletry must-haves. I can't use lotions or moisturizers on my face due to extremely sensitive skin, and this is the only product that I have found that not only keeps pimples away, but also doesn't leave my skin dry. I also use Cetaphil Facial Cleanser to shave my legs... it works better than any shave gel, especially because of my sensitive skin!

I've always liked Cetaphil facial cleanser. I think it's great for those with sensitive and/or dry skin. I use this cleanser a lot during the winter months when my skin feels dry and tight. Cetaphil cleans and softens it without drying it any further. A classic, no-frills product that gets the job done.

This stuff is very gentle on the skin and it is inexpensive. It leaves skin feeling very clean and not stiff or sticky. Great!

I have really sensitive skin and am allergic to everything. I use the Cetaphil gentle cleanser mixed with baking soda on my face and body for the most amazing at home microdermabrasion. All of my skin is left soft and smooth and silky. No bumps, no dry patches, just smooth pretty skin. I also use the it alone as shaving cream for really soft legs. I couldn't live without the Cetaphil lotions, either. Nothing to aggravate my fragrance allergies, but great quality lotions and moisturizers that keep my dry skin soft looking and feeling great.

I've tried this on multiple occasions without much luck. I just don't think my skin felt clean after using it and it kind of felt like there was a weird residue left on my face. As for the acne fighting power, I'm not actually sure. I've never used it long enough to actually see any results.

My boyfriend actually turned me onto this cleanser, he had being using it for years when I meet him. I initially thought this would never compare to any of the other terribly expensive cleanser I have used. However, I was completely wrong. I absolutely loved it. It non-drying and leaves my face feeling clean. But not overly clean where your face feels like all of the natural oil has been completely stripped from your face. I always make sure there is a big bottle in my shower!

This did nothing for my skin.

I have to say I've never been tempted to try it again.

I wasted so much money on expensive cleansers before finding Cetaphil.I was under the impression that expensive equals better. Cetaphil works so well. It doesn't leave my skin feeling dry, it removes makeup and dirt, it's cheap and it works on just about any skin type. My mother has highly sensitive skin and after years of trying products, she says this works the best. I LOVE CETAPHIL!

Wonderful cleanser at a great price!

This stuff is perfect! Great for sensitive skin!

I've suffered with acne all of my life, so I've tried EVERYTHING. Honestly, this stuff is supposed to be good for sensitive skin, but it made mine sting afterward. I prefer Biore's ice cleanser.

I have been using this for over 20 years, it is better then soap, and so less expensive then anything your Dermatologist would recommend, or the beauty counters would talk you into buying. My daughter uses it as well, and it has helped with eliminating most of her acne issues. Excellent!

This is a great cleanser if you are using a perscription topical like Retin-A or another vitamin A derivative. It removes makeup and is extremely gentle. Leaves your skin clean, soft, but not tight or squeaky clean.

On par with the expensive cleansers out there but 1/10 of the cost, there's no need to ever spend more money on a daily cleanser for your face. I have been using this stuff for years, my skin is clear and moisturized and soft - I get comments about how soft my skin is all the time! I use it twice a day and really only have to buy a bottle 2-3 times a year, setting me back about $20 total. Highly recommended as part of a daily routine, Cetaphil is great!

I have very dry and sensitive skin. I use this to take off my make up without drying and irritating my skin. It is my go to cleanser.

I adore this product... it's so gentle on my face.. and at 37... I need that!

This is the dermatologist-recommended cleanser that 99% of people rave about, but alas, this is no good for me. After using, my face feels like there's a film left behind on it. My face just doesn't feel squeaky clean. Plus, since my face broke out, Cetaphil makes my face sting like crazy. No more Cetaphil for me. Anybody want the rest of mine?

Every dermatologist is right. This is the best cleanser out there. It works. It keeps your skin in check. I love it and had tried all sorts of cleansers trying to clear my skin. And this works. And it is so simple and gentle. Hands down, this is the best beauty product.

i have pretty sensitive skin and am afraid of anything way harsh. a friend at work recommended this to me since i was in the mkt for a new cleanser. this works, ultra gentle but still effective.

This is a staple in my skin care arsenal. I've never experienced a reaction to this cleanser, it has never caused any redness- I even used it to remove facepaint from my Daughter's face. And it is inexpensive. It doesn't get much better than that.

My friend loves this stuff so I bought a bottle and used it while I was showering. It did help clear my skin and made my skin feel clean but it also dried me out a bit. Though I can't be picky, it did clear my skin. I just need to use a good lotion after.

It's just so gentle to your skin, it really calms down redness. Plus it's a bargain!

This is gentle and it doesn't irate my sensitive skin.

This is one way I keep my budget under control in the current economy! I use the type for oilier complexions in the summer and the traditional in the winter. It's so great. I don't need a separate eye make up remover either. It keeps my skin so balanced. It will take a lot to get me to pay $30 for face wash again.

I love this formula because it does a great job cleaning your face and removes all the dirt. It doesn't feel oily or greasy and goes on easy to give your face a clean feel without drying it.

This is a good basic cleanser...nothing fancy about it. I've used it on and off for a few years now. I sometimes feel, however, that it does not DO anything! I guess i'm just looking for a miracle!

cetaphil is one of those classic beauty products that it seems that everyone has. i have really dry skin (esp. along my t-zone) and i am prone to whiteheads/breakouts, so i'm really careful about what i put on my face. but i've never had any problems with cetaphil. the only problem is that i have to use a separate astringent with this product; it would be fabulous if it also removed makeup!

I started using this recently after my dermatologist recommended it and told me that I had to find an alternative to Clinique. It doesn't dry our my skin and is very gentle. I love that it's inexpensive. The only thing that is taking a little time to get used to is the scent, although it is faint enough that it doesn't both me too much. I've been happy with it.

While I was on acutane I tried this cleanser as I couldn't use anything harsh. While it is very gentle on the skin, it leaves a film behind that water alone won't remove.

This removes dirt and makeup from your skin without being too harsh. It doesn't foam like most other cleansers do, which makes you think that it isn't doing anything. Yet, when you rinse it off your skin feels clean and the makeup is gone.

I was a very skin care obsessed child and used to read up on moisturizers at every source. I noticed that many dermatologists reccomended this cleanser and started using it. I have tried cleansers from murad, Lamcome, Estee Lauder and Clinique over the years. But the other products jsut seem over scented or too chemical laden. Cetaphil gets a decent rating on the safety websites too. And I can pick up a two pack at Sams for short money...

This is the skin deep website that looks at the product safety ratings.
http://cosmeticsdatabase.com/browse.php?category=nourishing

Read reviews for this product for years but always got side-tracked with the "newest" item. Then one day I broke down and purchased it and have been using it ever since. Love how it makes my face feel clean and it doesn't give that tight face that most cleansers do. The plus is that it doesn't cost a fortune and lasts forever. Sometimes you should stay with tried and true. Give it a whirl.

I had moderate cystic acne that would respond negatively to the salicylic acid containing cleansers. I did some research and found that this cleanser was very mild and decided to try it along with using some benzoyl peroxide at night, and it did wonders. It cleared up my skin and I've been getting compliments ever since. Its not drying and you can use it with or without water. Its very good for my combination and easily irritated cystic acne prone skin. I would recommend this treatment for a similar skin type!

I dislike this product because 1) It does not take off makeup. I like my cleansers to foam, and this never feels like it really gets my skin clean. 2) It slightly burns my face. I think I may be allergic to something in it, I beleive it's the Sodium Laurel Sulfate (which some people have problems to).

I really like this for a cheap cleanser that works great on sensitive skin! I know from experience that this helps keep redness at bay since it's so mild. I love that it's a non-foaming cleanser too because it feels more moisturizing after you dry off your face.

I have used Cetaphil as a daily regimen for YEARS. It was recommended to me by my dermatologist. I also use the Cetaphil Cleansing Bar. It's very easy on the skin. Occasionally you can catch it 2 for 1 on Drugstore.com

I have used Cetaphil for a good 7 yrs or so... starting around age 25. I am now 32 and I have noticed in the past couple of months that it is incredibly drying and makes me break out. Really. Like skin in winter weather feels. I recently switched to Keyano Aromatics (which yes is much more expensive) but you would not believe how wonderful my skin looks now, in only a weeks time. So yes, Cetaphil was great for me in my 20's with my 20's budget but I'll be sticking to Keyano Lemon Milk from now on.

i tried everything...the harshest things you could find...and then i went to the dermatologist and he told me that i was being far to hard on my skin. so we went back to basics. this is a great cleanser. it has no fragrance or harsh chemicals. after using it for almost 5 years i will never go back.

This is by far my favorite cleanser, I have suffered from acne all of my life I have tried just about everything imaginable, I start using Cetaphil about a year ago from a friends recommendation and after a few weeks I noticed my skin started to clear up, I was surprised as I didn't think it would do much for my acne but boy was I wrong, as of today I have clear skin and best of all it is very soft like a newborn baby, so I would highly recommend this product.

No matter how many other fancy and expensive cleansers I've tried, I always wind up coming back to Cetaphil. My skin fluctuates between oily and dry, and this keeps it happy regardless of what it is doing. My skip tip, however -- only wash your face once a day, in the evening -- washing it twice a day can be too harsh and dry it out too much, causing more breakouts!

I have very bad skin, it's sensitive and I'm constantly breaking out, oily, but with severe dry spots. my dermatologist recommended this cleanser to me and I've never looked back. it does a great job removing my makeup and my skin has improved some, just by using this cleanser. I have tried other products but keep coming back to this.

I think that this is a great cleanser to use daily! To give you a little background knowledge of my skin, I have combination skin with a few blemishes, and is pretty sensitive.

What is great about this cleanser is that it is very gentle on the skin, and removes excess dirt and oil from your face, without drying it out! The formula is non-irritating on my skin, nor does it cause any breakouts. Also, the formula is so gentle, that you can get away with using it multiple times a day -- which is great for people going to the gym in the middle of the day and want to wash their face again, people with overall really oily skin, etc. And for the price, you can't beat it (especially since there are always deals going around to get it for even cheaper!).

The only reason I didn't give this five stars is that I have found with other cleansers (because despite coming back to Cetaphil everytime, I love trying out new products), that this Cetaphil is not a great at removing all of my face make up, consisting of some concealer, foundation, and blush.

No matter what type of skin you have, this product is amazing! My skin changes with the seasons, and I can use this product all year long and still have wonderful, clear skin. I have tried more expensive brands, but I always come back to this one. Truly amazing, and extremely cheap!

We used this for baby Olivia for her first year or so. Gentle and soothing. It never seemed to irritate her skin. Sometimes I wish it had a mild scent to it.

Cetaphil is nothing fancy. Just like the ingredients. Real simple & gentle ingredients. I absolutelly love the combination of Cetaphil and my skin. Since having three boys my skin is no longer the skin it used to be. Here I am at 30 something going through acne! But, with the help of Cetaphil my sensitive skin is easy to maintain. Another reason, my three boys love to make "experiments" in the tub or shower. So, all of my cleansers , hair products and whatever else may be in there are free for all it seems. So, Cetaphil is a PERFECT product for me. It gently cleans my skin without drying it (keeping me from purchasing another product) and it is not expensive. From a mother of three, Cetaphil is the only cleanser I will ever need. Then maybe, when the kids move out I can purchase bath gel.