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Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser.

Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser
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About this product

A foaming cream cleanser formulated with amino acids, ceramides, glycerin, and vitamins to gently remove makeup and sunscreen while supporting the skin barrier.

Full ingredients

Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Pantolactone, Citric Acid

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Guru Score

83%

Yay

7 experts · Strong agreement

What the gurus are saying

This foaming cleanser surprises with a hydrating, creamy texture that works for both oily and dry skin without stripping. Dermatologists praise it for removing makeup and water-resistant sunscreen effectively while keeping the skin barrier intact, thanks to ceramides, vitamin B5, and glycerin. Those with oily skin appreciate that it cleanses thoroughly without the harsh, tight feeling most foaming cleansers leave behind.
Synthesized from 7 expert reviews · most recent take November 2024

What they liked

  • Foamy yet creamy texture without stripping
  • Removes makeup and water-resistant sunscreen
  • Gentle enough for dry and sensitive skin

What they flagged

    Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.

    Type

    CleansersFoam & mousse

    Key actives

    Formula notes

    Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

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    What the gurus are saying.

    Every take we've logged from this product's reviews across YouTube. Click any row to watch the moment they said it.

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    ✓Yay
    "If you have sensitive skin but you have oily prone skin, so if you've got combination skin, you can use a product like the Cetaphil Gentle Foaming Cleanser because this not only adequately cleans the surface of the skin so you get that nice squeaky clean look, but also what it does it gives it supplements your skin barrier so it gives things like nice ceramides to the skin so it doesn't over strip your skin. So if you want that nice cleansing feeling then this is pretty good."
    All 4 takes from Dr. Somji Skin
    The Doctor's Guide: Perfect Cleansers for Your Skin Type
    "If you have sensitive skin but you have oily prone skin, so if you've got combination skin, you can use a product like the Cetaphil Gentle Foaming Cleanser because this not only adequately cleans the surface of the skin so you get that nice squeaky clean look, but also what it does it gives it supplements your skin barrier so it gives things like nice ceramides to the skin so it doesn't over strip your skin. So if you want that nice cleansing feeling then this is pretty good."
    Why you should use Toners in your Skincare Routine? | Skincare tips by Dr. Somji
    "If you're using things like [...] Cetaphil foaming cleansers you can satisfy oily skin with a product like this and also supplement your skin barrier and then you can really put nice serums on and you'll still be able to absorb it."
    Doctor's Advice: Selecting the Best Cleanser for Your Skin Type!
    "If you've got oily skin you produce a lot more sebum you want to really thoroughly cleanse the skin and you have a lot, maybe wear a lot of makeup or you have a lot of debris on your skin at the end of the day, you want to be using [...] a foaming cleanser such as this Cetaphil gentle foaming cleanser that doesn't strip the barrier, still has nice boosting agents in there such as niacinamide as well as ceramides to help feed your skin barrier so you don't have problems."
    Do You Really Need a Toner? Choosing the Right One for Your Skin!
    "If you're using things like [...] Cetaphil foaming cleansers you can satisfy oily skin with a product like this and also supplement your skin barrier and then you can really put nice serums on and you'll still be able to absorb it"
    ✓Yay
    "When you see foaming you think that's more for oily skin, but this one's actually [...] for dry, sensitive skin. This is good for those who wear makeup or water resistant sunscreen. This might be a little bit better at removing that type of material than the gentle skin cleanser. [...] You have to rinse this off for the amino acid technology to fully work. It's very nice to use this without stripping the skin barrier."
    All 2 takes from Dr. Daniel Sugai
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    "When you see foaming you think that's more for oily skin, but this one's actually [...] for dry, sensitive skin. This is good for those who wear makeup or water resistant sunscreen. This might be a little bit better at removing that type of material than the gentle skin cleanser. [...] You have to rinse this off for the amino acid technology to fully work. It's very nice to use this without stripping the skin barrier."
    Which Cetaphil Cleanser Is Best For Your Skin? Dermatologist Breaks It Down!
    "This is a newer one where you get this foamy creamy texture that's very hydrating. [...] Usually we think of foaming cleansers as better for oily skin, but [...] the foam here is actually okay for those with dry skin because they're using amino acid technology. So if you have makeup or water resistant sunscreen, you can consider this one. It [...] still has glycerin, vitamin B3, and vitamin B5, but it also has prebiotic aloe which is very soothing."
    ✓Yay
    "I love it so much I use it on my face, body, and as a hand wash in the winter time because it effectively cleanses but does not make my skin super dry and chapped and cracked with all the hand washing that we do in the winter time. This cleanser is really great for everyone. It contains vitamin E, provitamin B5, and glycerin that helps to hydrate your skin and support your skin barrier while you cleanse. I highly recommend checking this one out."
    All 2 takes from Dr. Jenny Liu
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    "I love it so much I use it on my face, body, and as a hand wash in the winter time because it effectively cleanses but does not make my skin super dry and chapped and cracked with all the hand washing that we do in the winter time. This cleanser is really great for everyone. It contains vitamin E, provitamin B5, and glycerin that helps to hydrate your skin and support your skin barrier while you cleanse. I highly recommend checking this one out."
    Dermatologist Ranks Favorite Cetaphil Products | Dr. Jenny Liu
    "What I really love about this is the formula, as the name implies it's creamy but yet foams nicely. When you wash it off you don't feel like your skin is super stripped, dry, or tight. For individuals who don't wear a lot of water-resistant sunscreen or makeup, this can be your one-stop shop of cleansing to use at night before you sleep. I find that for the majority of the times when I don't wear a lot of makeup and wear water-resistant sunscreen, this is enough to thoroughly remove everything."
    ✓Yay
    "I do like it man. I'm not being funny, most of the people I've called got on here are mates and I take care of most of my mates so it's fine, don't worry."
    ✓Yay
    "The safest options during acne phase are Cetaphil. Cetaphil's normal foaming cleanser is also brilliant and you can use it."
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    ✓Yay
    "For the second step of my cleanse I'm going in with my Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser. I've been reaching for this a lot lately just because you're going for a very effective cleanse doesn't necessarily mean that it needs to be harsh or intense."
    All 2 takes from Dr. Sam Ellis
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    "For the second step of my cleanse I'm going in with my Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser. I've been reaching for this a lot lately just because you're going for a very effective cleanse doesn't necessarily mean that it needs to be harsh or intense."
    Dermatologist Explains How to Layer Products in Your Morning Skincare Routine | Dr. Sam Ellis
    "I'm going in with the Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser. This is a really gentle cleanser, it's a great morning step, you could use this in the evening as well, but I like it because it does not overly strip the skin or stress it out. Our skin needs to be ready to go for the entire day, so the last thing we want to do in the morning is just to pleat it."
    ✓Yay
    "I just got out the shower and I normally wash my face in the shower just with this therapy. That's what I'm going to do in the morning."

    What the evidence says.

    Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

    Niacinamide

    Niacinamide has evidence behind it for redness, uneven tone and supporting the skin barrier, and it is usually well tolerated even by skin that reacts to most things.

    Source: DermNet

    Humectants and emollients

    Ingredients like these draw water into the surface layers and slow how fast it leaves. The evidence is for comfort, softness and hydration rather than for changing the structure of the skin.

    Source: DermNet

    Frequently asked.

    What is Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser?

    A foaming cream cleanser formulated with amino acids, ceramides, glycerin, and vitamins to gently remove makeup and sunscreen while supporting the skin barrier.

    Is Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser worth it?

    Yes. All 7 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 83%.

    What is Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser's Guru Score?

    Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser holds a Guru Score of 83%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 7 expert reviewers we have collected.

    Who is Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser best for?

    Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser is generally suited to dry skin and sensitive skin.

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