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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Complexion-Clearing BPO Acne Cleanser with 2.6% Benzoyl Peroxide, Creamy and Soothing for Sensitive Skin, Suitable for All Skin Types, 4.2oz
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Brand | Cetaphil |
Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
Scent | Unscented |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Skin Type | Sensitive |
About this item
- CETAPHIL GENTLE CLEAR COMPLEXION-CLEARING BPO ACNE CLEANSER: Micronized benzoyl peroxide immediately starts working to clear acne with clinically proven results after just one week without being harsh on sensitive skin
- A GENTLE WAY TO GET CLEARER SKIN: Targets acne-causing bacteria and dead skin cells that clog the pores, while maintaining the skin barrier
- REDUCE EXCESS OIL AND SOOTHE THE SKIN: Formulated with zinc and licorice root to help reduce excess oil and soothe sensitive skin
- GENTLE, CREAMY CLEANSER: This cleanser is fragrance free, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, designed to be gentle on sensitive skin
- DEFENDS AGAINST 5 SIGNS OF SKIN SENSITIVITY: Dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier
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Skincare benefit | Deep cleans without over-drying while immediately working to reduce breakouts | Combats breakouts by eliminating acne-causing bacteria | Treats underlying causes of breakouts while providing 24-hour dryness relief | Combines blemish-fighting power with a unique blend of gentle, skin-soothing and refining ingredients for smoother, clearer skin | Retinol alternative visibly improves post-acne marks and events skins texture | Hydrates for 48 hours while reducing breakouts |
Skin type | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin | Sensitive, Acne-prone Skin |
Key ingredients | 2% Salicylic Acid, White Tea & Aloe Vera | 2.6% Benzoyl Peroxide, Zinc & Licorice Root | 2% Salicylic Acid | 0.5% Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide & Prebiotics | 0.5% Bakuchiol, Prebiotics & Zinc | 0.5% Salicylic Acid & Prebiotics |
Hypoallergenic | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Won't clog pores (non-comedogenic) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Fragrance-free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Product Description
CETAPHIL GENTLE CLEAR Complexion-Clearing BPO Acne Cleanser immediately starts working to clear breakouts with clinically proven results after just one week. This creamy, soothing formula with 2.6% micronized benzoyl peroxide (BPO) starts working immediately to clear breakouts by targeting acne-causing bacteria, while helping to maintain the skin's moisture barrier. Formulated with zinc and licorice root to help reduce excess oil and soothe sensitive skin. It is designed to be gentle on sensitive skin, treating and preventing acne without being harsh or over drying. This acne face wash is dermatologist tested and clinically proven to be suitable for sensitive skin, free of oil and fragrances, as well as being hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic.
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- Package Dimensions : 6.38 x 2.28 x 1.54 inches; 4.8 ounces
- Item model number : 0299.412500
- Department : Beauty & Personal Care
- UPC : 302994125005
- Manufacturer : Galderma
- ASIN : B09Y3WVTPD
- Country of Origin : Canada
- Best Sellers Rank: #7,244 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #138 in Facial Cleansing Washes
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skin type | Sensitive | Oily | Oily, Acne Prone Skin | Dry | All | Acne-Prone |
net content weight | 4.2 ounces | 5 ounces | 5 ounces | — | — | — |
form | Cream | Cream | Foam | Cream | Cream | Gel |
scent | Unscented | Fragrance Free | Fragrance Free | Raspberry | Unscented | Unscented |
recommended uses | Face | Face | Face, Body | Face | Face | Face |
product benefit | Hypoallergenic | Acne Prevention | Acne Prevention | — | Clers acne | Acne Prevention |
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Stop use and ask doctor if irritation becomes severe. Keep out of reach of children.
Ingredients
Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 2.6% Inactive Ingredients: Water, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Glycerin, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, PEG-75, PEG/PPG-120/10 Trimethylolpropane Trioleate, Laureth-2, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Poloxamer 124, Zinc Gluconate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid
Directions
Gently massage a dime-size amount onto dampened skin for 20-30 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Rinse throughly and pat dry. Can be used twice daily or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
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Customers find the acne cleanser very gentle on their skin and effective at clearing blemishes, with one customer noting its fantastic job with complexion issues. The product receives mixed feedback regarding skin dryness, with several customers reporting it can be too drying. The smell receives negative feedback, with multiple customers describing it as terrible.
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Customers find the acne cleanser very gentle on their skin, particularly noting that it doesn't irritate their face and helps it feel smoother.
"...This one does not do that at all and makes my face feel smooth, soft and refreshed without any redness or burning...." Read more
"I started to use this Great for sensitive skin! Not expensive! Works well!" Read more
"...(in checked luggage), never had it spill out of the packaging, skin feels soft and calm afterwards! I use before differin and a moisturizer at night...." Read more
"I loved the fact that it was for sensitive skin but just didn't get the job done for me. Tried it for two weeks but face still felt dirty afterwards." Read more
Customers find that the acne cleanser works well, with one customer noting it's effective without being harsh.
"This is good texture. Doesn’t dry my skin. Works very well. And worth my money!" Read more
"I started to use this Great for sensitive skin! Not expensive! Works well!" Read more
"It smells like a wet dog but works really well." Read more
"...My treatment is not fast, but it works well." Read more
Customers find the acne cleanser effective, with multiple reviews noting its nice cleaning effect and ability to clear blemishes. One customer mentions it helps with oiliness, while another notes its antibacterial properties.
"...It also does a fantastic job clearing up any complexion issues as well. High recommend for sensitive skin!" Read more
"This face wash has helped my oiliness and definitely has stopped incoming breakouts...." Read more
"Has a nice cleaning effect for my skin, but I have not seen the acne prevention results...." Read more
"Gentle and kills bacteria. I don't have to scrub my face but it stops breakouts. I used to get it from target until they stopped selling it...." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the cleanser's effect on skin dryness, with some reporting it produces dryness while others find it too drying.
"...like me, I would use this every other day or so because it can be a bit too drying...." Read more
"This is good texture. Doesn’t dry my skin. Works very well. And worth my money!" Read more
"...It also produced some dryness in my skin. I have very sensitive skin though. I gave the rest to my daughter." Read more
"...This cleanser is perfect for my dry, sensitive skin. No burning or redness after use!" Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the cleanser's effectiveness, with some finding it gentle and non-drying, while others report that their skin feels dirty after use.
"...first if you are using this at the end of the day, it is not really a all in one wash...." Read more
"...This would be a perfect face wash for summer if you get more greasy during those months like I do...." Read more
"...Tried it for two weeks but face still felt dirty afterwards." Read more
"...For me, this was not an effective acne cleanser or prevention wash. It also produced some dryness in my skin. I have very sensitive skin though...." Read more
Customers report that the acne cleanser has a terrible smell.
"...The smell is super chemically and texture is more watery than I’m used to but besides that, it has helped...." Read more
"It smells like a wet dog but works really well." Read more
"...The smell is just okay, kind of neutral, which is fine since they don't add additional compounds and chemicals to the product. Highly recommend." Read more
"...but I’d say the product left my skin extremely dry and it has a horrible smell to it in my opinion." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseI'm in my 60's and still occasionally have blemishes. I tried using the Cetaphil with 2% Salicylic Acid but it left my face red and feeling slightly burnt. This one does not do that at all and makes my face feel smooth, soft and refreshed without any redness or burning. It also does a fantastic job clearing up any complexion issues as well. High recommend for sensitive skin!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseGreat product, especially if you have sensitive skin. I love this product, and have not seen it in stores. Amazon is the only place I have found it.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2025Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseThis is good texture. Doesn’t dry my skin. Works very well. And worth my money!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2022Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseThis face wash has helped my oiliness and definitely has stopped incoming breakouts. Mind you, I have been on medication in the past for severe hormonal acne. I stopped using the medication, it completely changed my skin so it hasn’t been nearly as bad but I do get breakouts at times. I can’t say if this will help severe acne but if you have oily skin I would definitely use this. If you have combination skin like me, I would use this every other day or so because it can be a bit too drying. This would be a perfect face wash for summer if you get more greasy during those months like I do. I tend to get more dry in the winter so this isn’t an everyday thing for me. If you need something for every day that isn’t drying, this may not be for you. The smell is super chemically and texture is more watery than I’m used to but besides that, it has helped. I was questioning this purchase and im not disappointed, hope you find this helpful 🤎
- Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2024Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseI started to use this
Great for sensitive skin! Not expensive! Works well!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseGot this for my bf who has extremely sensitive skin and it's actually working for him
- Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseFor years I’ve been using a 10% micronized benzoyl peroxide treatment cream (different brand) for contact treatment— meaning I leave on a few minutes before rinsing /washing off) and it’s been going well but I thought this would be even gentler as well as easier and cheaper. Wasn’t the case.
Foremost it made my skin look kinda reddish and unhappy, and my skin texture looked worse in a weird way. I also only need to use BP in the particular areas where I get whiteheads, but found it messy to try to limit this cleanser to those areas while using my regular cleanser for the rest. It’s surprising to me that my 10% treatment cream irritates my skin less than this 2.5% cleanser, but I assume something else in the ingredients doesn’t suit me.
I used to use and love many Cetaphil products but in the past 5 or so years it seems Cetaphil has made some changes and sadly now no product I try of theirs sits well with me for some reason. I hope they do another revision and go back to their older formulations
- Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024Scent: UnscentedSize: 4.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)Verified PurchaseIf you find other benzoyl peroxide washes too drying, make your skin sensitive after you wash, etc this is the one for you. It's a bit small size but you only need like a nickel size amount. I would use a makeup remover first if you are using this at the end of the day, it is not really a all in one wash. As I guy, I don't really wear makeup so this is perfect for me. Good size to take traveling (in checked luggage), never had it spill out of the packaging, skin feels soft and calm afterwards! I use before differin and a moisturizer at night. Never discontinue this Cetaphil!
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