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- Gentle
- Water-soluble
- Non-drying
- Affordable
- Not a good makeup remover
- Not suitable for oily skin
The best review for Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser is found in Paula Begoun's book, "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me." Begoun bases her rating of this and other products on documented research and verifiable tests. Allure magazine also puts recommended products through testing in order to find the best. Essence magazine does not rate or compare products but provides useful information on how to choose the right facial cleanser for your skin type. Consumer reviews at MakeupAlley.com and Drugstore.com are in agreement, for the most part, with expert opinion.
Reviewers say that Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser is one of the best facial cleansers on the market; it is also among the more affordable brands. Experts rave about Cetaphil because it is extremely gentle and is suitable for all but oily skin types. Critics point out that the cleanser does not lather up, but is a non-drying lotion-type formula that is soothing to dry, irritated and sensitive skin. The most common complaint about Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser, among experts and consumers alike, is that it does not remove makeup well. For better makeup removal, we found good reviews for Aveeno Positively Ageless Daily Exfoliating Cleanser (*est. $8 for 5 ounces).
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1. Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me
Begoun claims that Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser is extremely gentle and that it is especially good for sensitive skin or for those that are "prone to skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis." She does point out, however, that the cleanser doesn't remove makeup well.
Review: Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, Paula Begoun, Seventh edition, 2008
2. Allure
Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser is listed in Allure's "Hall of Fame" because it has won beauty awards for nine years. Experts at Allure say that the cleanser only has eight ingredients, which is why it is so gentle.
Review: Hall of Fame, Editors of Allure, Oct. 2007
3. Essence MagazineDetails/Subscribe
This article explains how readers can choose the right facial cleanser for their skin type. The author recommends a non-irritating cleanser like Cetaphil for those that are unsure of their skin type or simply don't want to read labels.
Review: Skin Clinic, Pamela Edwards, Apr. 2005
4. About.com
About.com's beauty guide, Julyne Derrick, recommends facial cleansers for several skin types, from "cheap to steep." Cetaphil cleansers are recommended for dry skin, normal/combination skin and sensitive skin. Derrick calls both Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser and Cetaphil Daily Cleanser "the best drugstore cleanser." (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: The Best Face Cleansers on the Market, Julyne Derrick
5. MakeupAlley.comDetails/Subscribe
Several consumers at MakeupAlley.com claim that Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser clears their skin of redness, irritation and even blemishes. Many, however, point out that the cleanser does not do a good job of removing makeup.
Review: Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews, Contributors to MakeupAlley.com
Consumers posting to Drugstore.com give Cetaphil Gentle Daily Cleanser an average rating of four out of five stars. A few complain that it doesn't clean the skin well, but most rave that it is extremely gentle on sensitive skin and that it cleans effectively.
Review: Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Reviews, Contributors to Drugstore.com
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