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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Cetaphil® Gentle Skin Cleanser is great for daily makeup removal or as part of a skin care regimen to treat the dryness caused by topical medications used in the treatment of acne, fine lines and wrinkles. Originally formulated for dermatologists, it is gentle on your skin and sensitive to your skin’s needs. Cetaphil® Gentle Skin Cleanser will not strip the skin of natural protective oils or emollients, or disturb the skin’s natural pH balance. It is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, making it an excellent choice for daily facial cleansing.
Price: can vary..
Size: can vary
Ingredient List:
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Stearyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben.
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best so far
I have tried many cleansers and everything makes my skin tight, burn, itch, turn red etc...This does not make my skin "better" but the minute I try using something else my problems flair up. It does not remove my make up (mineral powder) so I have to use a make up remover before hand otherwise I would give it a 5.
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burntapple - Subtype 1 - Mild Rosacea
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I'm Sticking With It.
I've tried a few cleansers and none of them were as good as the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. Although in the harsh winters my skin does feel tight from time to time the very basic formula associated with this product is very good. The price is right and I use it for shaving as well.
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Anonymous - Subtype 1 - Moderate Rosacea
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HORRIBLE
I used for many months thinking it was the best but it flared my face with seborreic dermatitis like crazy. If you have oily skin like mine DON'T use it, even if it is the last one cleanser left on the face of the Earth. The oil that was not washed away from my face is what really flares my dermatitis.
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Erik - Subtype 2 - Moderate Rosacea
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The Worst Ever
This is really a dated product. Back in the day when people used soap to wash their face, this was an improvisation. It has only 1% SLS, Propylene Glycol & Fatty Alcohols. For somebody with dry skin, this would be a good option as against soap. However, sensitive skin is a different ballgame. Be it Rosacea, psoriasis, Dermatitis, Eczema, most people with a skin disorder are bound to be allergic to either the parabens in this, or the propylene glycol or the worst surfactant of all times - Sodium lauryl Sulfate.
Aquanil did a good job by replacing the Lauryl with laureth (which is milder). they also replaced the Propylene Glycol with Glycerin - again a lot better. Removed the parabens & introduced Benzyl Alcohol. However, SLES may be better but its still not the mildest surfactant. I react to Cetaphil and other SLES products but Aquanil is just amazing.
Cerave Cleanser is even milder. So take your pick, anything but Cetaphil.
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Mo4 - - Moderate Rosacea
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broke me out
I tried this for a few days and broke out like crazy. The reason being - this cleanser does not clean!
I don't recommend a cleanser that does not remove dirt, thus leaving oils and makeup, etc to clog your pores.
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Susan - Subtype 1 - Mild Rosacea
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My skin finally feels soft
The Cetaphil Gentle skin cleanser is really mild and doesn't dry my skin. I got a sample of this product from my doctor's office. I also tried Aquanil sample, but my face didn't feel clean afterwards.
I usually use Shishiedo wash, but my skin has been really acting up lately.
After using Cetaphil for a month, I really do feel like this is the only product that can help my tempermental skin.
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BlushingHopeful - Subtype 2 - Mild Rosacea
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Rosacea Subtypes
Subtype 1: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea
characterized by flushing and persistent redness, and may also include visible blood vessels.
Subtype 2: Papulopustular rosacea
characterized by persistent redness with transient bumps and pimples.
Subtype 3: Phymatous rosacea
characterized by skin thickening, often resulting in an enlargement of the nose from excess tissue.
Subtype 4: Ocular rosacea
characterized by ocular manifestations such as dry eye, tearing and burning, swollen eyelids,
recurrent styes and potential vision loss from corneal damage.
Rosacea Stages
Pre-Rosacea
the first cardinal sign of rosacea: blood vessels dilate to more stimuli, open wider and stay open for longer periods of time compared to normal
persons. No visible damage can normally be seen.
Mild Rosacea
begins when the facial redness induced by flushing persists for an abnormal length of time - usually 1/2 an hour or more after a trigger. Those who
have frequent pre-rosacea flushing are highly susceptible to progressing to mild rosacea. Some of the common triggers for a facial flush are heat,
cold, emotions, exercise, topical irritants and allergic reactions.
Moderate Rosacea
as facial flushing becomes more frequent and intense, vascular damage occurs. This can result in long lasting redness, swelling and inflammatory
papules and pustules. Telangiectasia (damaged micro blood vessels, often visible on the surface of the skin) may be noticed in the areas where
flushing is worst.
Severe Rosacaea
characterised by intense bouts of facial flushing, severe inflammation, facial pain, swelling and burning sensations. Sufferers may develop
intolerance to products they were able to use before. Also inflammatory papules, pustules and nodules may be present. Some experience a bulbous
enlargement of the nose, known as rhinophyma. This is just a guide, you may of course experience symptoms outside these ranges.
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