Cetaphil

Gentle Skin Cleanser

CleanserBudgetMorning or evening
The canonical dermatologist-recommended mild cleanser — nearly-neutral pH, minimal surfactant strength, fragrance-free. Not the best choice for removing SPF or makeup, but excellent as a second cleanse or daily wash for dry/sensitive skin.
The verdict

What this is good for

✓ Great forsensitiveDamaged Barrier
• Use with caution ifAcne-prone skin
The formulation

Ingredient stack

Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.

Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on.

~50–80%Water
~5–25%Cetyl Alcohol
~3–10%Propylene Glycol
~2–6%Sodium Lauryl …
~1.5–4%Stearyl Alcohol
~1–2%Methylparaben
≤ 1% each2 more ingredients below 1%
position-estimated %1% regulatory line
When to use

Routine placement

Morning or evening
Next steps

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