Cetaphil Antibacterial Gentle Cleansing Bar by Cetaphil, Cleanser Review

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Cetaphil Antibacterial Gentle Cleansing Bar 8.4 out of 10 based on 8.4 ratings. 8.4 user reviews.

10

very gentle
meadowwood1 (409 reviews)

love the scent also — 3 years, 11 months ago

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8

A Featured Shower Regular!
Starluxe (298 reviews)

My sensitive skin will let me know when a product is not being kind to it and because this actually left my skin soft and smooth, it was a good sign. First of all, this bar is pretty creamy for a solid soap so it applies almost like a body wash because it also lathers richly. When I rinse it off my skin, I feel the difference of cleanliness and moisture when my skin has dried because I see no ashiness. This also cleanses the face better than their cream or liquid cleansers. Now here's the catch, it's about three dollars a bar. It doesn't seem much but when you compare it to the prices of multiple pack shower soaps and find that this product melts and disappears easily with a few rinses of water on the bar, you'll find that you're shelling out more to have it. I still find it a benefit to have because it's gentle and effective so in the end, pulling out a couple more dollars seems worth it to hypersensitive skinned people like myself and my younger sister who has eczema. She and I have complete opposite skin types as I am oily and she's very dry yet this product works for either of us. — 4 years ago

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6

Not great for acne
amygab1126 (240 reviews)

I tried this soap when my skin freaked out and decided to become red, dry and itchy in response to all my old favorite products. I'm acne-prone, so I thought the fact that this is antibacterial would help that problem while helping my skin calm down. This soap definitely eased the irritation and softened my skin. Within 2 days, the peeling had stopped, and I thought I'd found my new favorite product. After 2 months, however, I realized that my acne was quite a bit worse. I couldn't ignore the fact that this soap left a slight residue, no matter how long I rinsed. I've since read that bar soaps are really not the best option for acne, and I've found a good sensitive-skin cleanser that my skin can handle. This would be a good product if it weren't for the breakouts, so someone with sensitive, non-acne-prone skin should definitely try it. — 3 years, 4 months ago

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1

Don't like it
gabster14 (24 reviews)

I was 12 when my mom bought me the cleanser, and the bar came free with the cleanser. So I thought it was gentle enough to wash my whole body with it. But no I regret it. This thing I think triggered my back to get acne because of the drying affect. I took showers everyday, so I think this product caused my back to get acne. I'm 16 years old now, still suffering bacne. I'm now using pills for it. I hate cetaphil. — 2 months, 3 weeks ago

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9

incredible.
brendag20127 (16 reviews)

One of the best cleansing bars ever. Its great for acne and sensitive skin. worth every penny — 1 year, 2 months ago

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10

Soft and clear!
InstamaticKarma (4 reviews)

After a salycilic cleanser left my skin red, dry, and flaky, I looked up the reviews here and decided to follow their judgement and buy this product. After only a week of use (ONE WEEK!), my face became soft and smooth! It brought out my natural fair complexion so beautifully that I hardly wear any make up but powder to cover up shine. After washing, follow with moisturizer (I highly recommend Neutrogena for Sensitive Skin or Olay Beauty fluid.) — 8 months ago

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10

This keeps my skin clear
2fummy (27 reviews)

I am happy with the price and effectiveness of this easy to use soap. It travels well--it stays dry and solid on a trip. — 2 years, 6 months ago

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10

Perfect
ama1221 (132 reviews)

I used to swear by Clinque's soap. I used it for years. However, I don't have the money that I used to now that I'm married and earning my Master's degree. I've found that this doesn't dry my skin out. I also break out a lot less than I used to. I've found that all I need to do with my skin is wash with this and put on a moisturizer. Its really improved the look of my skin. I probably won't go back to Clinique even after I graduate and get a job. — 2 years, 7 months ago

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8

good, but not great
super_giggles (4 reviews)

i love this soap, it's nice, good smelling, definitely gentle, but its not as strong as i'd like it to be, my acne has not cleared up yet (dermatologist recommended it) and i've been using it since march!! it is currently august!!! huh, oh well you get what you pay for, which by the way is a pretty good deal either way!! — 2 years, 9 months ago

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9

The only face wash I will use!
Candace8592 (60 reviews)

I have mild acne and found that this cleanser really works for my skin type. Medicated face washes are not the way to go they are much too drying and can irratate. When I was looking for a non irrating face wash that doesnt clog pores I bought this for 3 dollars and was skeptical. However it works! and it's the only face soap I will use! It lathers well and washes clean. No drying, and no irration. — 3 years, 3 months ago

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