Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser Face Wash Fragrance Free for Sensitive Skin
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Daily Facial Cleanser Face Wash Fragrance Free for Sensitive Skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, sodium cocoamphoacetate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~3.6–5.4%
Sodium cocoamphoacetate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetatePanthenol~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNiacinamide~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePantolactone~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Pantolactone, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Citric acid
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| CetaphilDaily Facial Cleanser Face Wash Fragrance Free for Sensitive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | Benzadermdaily cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCAREPurifying Facial Gel Cleanser with Niacinamide | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 83% | 83% |
| Price | $11.88 | — | — | $25.46+$13.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | High | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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