Gentle Skin Cleanser — Reddit Reviews
by Cetaphil
Updated September 9, 2026
Gentle, non-foaming cleanser for sensitive skin; can feel oily and cause breakouts.
What the community says
This mild non-foaming cleanser suits sensitive and eczema-prone skin needing gentle care. Many use it with tretinoin for minimal irritation, but some find it leaves an oily residue or triggers breakouts, especially if sensitive to niacinamide. It’s not ideal for those needing a deep clean or heavy-duty oil removal.
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Real Reddit threads — 184 mentions across 29 threads
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser on Reddit, in one place — 29 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/tretinoin and 5 more, summarized.
“Start with Cetaphil gentle cleanser.”
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“This is a gentle, hydrating cleanser that will break up your SPF really effectively.”
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“I've tried dozens of cleansers but always come back to these two as good basic options.”
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“Am: i wash my face with cetaphil gentle cleanser.”
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“i’ve been using it since i was 11, and it’s still my holy grail because it’s so gentle.”
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“Pm: i cleanse with cetaphil gentle cleanser again”
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“Cetaphil gentle cleanser, no water”
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“What do you mean by no water?”
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“Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser.”
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“I love that I can rub it into my eyes.”
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“I have one in every bathroom.”
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“Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser”
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“Here’s my routine:”
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“My morning routine is Cetaphil gentle cleanser, Anua Azelaic, 5% Panthenol moisturizer, then the skin 1004 sunscreen.”
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“My night routine is the same but remove the sunscreen.”
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“Great progress, keep cleansing morning and evening.”
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