The first time I was introduced to Cetaphil® products, I was in high school, struggling with cystic acne. I had been using harsh cleansers on my skin, thinking they would improve my acne, but they just made my skin dry and exacerbated the problem.
After months of crazy breakouts, I decided to take a different approach and picked up a bottle of Cetaphil’s Gentle Skin Cleanser on a whim one day at the drugstore. The bottle said it was dermatologist-recommended (by more dermatologists and pediatricians than any other cleanser and moisturizer brand) and gentle, so I figured at that point, I had nothing to lose.
Over the years I have read so many articles on skin care and every expert kept reinforcing the same message: if you have skin problems, over-cleansing and using harsh cleansers will do more bad than good. If you strip your skin too much, it will produce more oil to overcompensate for that loss, leading to more breakouts and more sensitivity.
As I get older, I still abide by the advice I read so long ago: gentle is best. Because I’m still nursing, I very much restrict my skin care routine and keeping it simple has worked wonders for me. I use cleanser, moisturizer, occasionally eye cream and a spot treatment if needed. That’s it. There are many skin care products that should be avoided during both pregnancy and nursing, so I’m careful to incorporate gentle products into my routine that are safe for baby and for me. 
Speaking of babies: Cetaphil also has a line of baby products that are paraben free, colorant free, mineral-oil free and hypoallergenic. Lincoln has eczema so we have to be careful with what we use on his sensitive skin as well.
If you’re looking for a gentle cleanser that’s going to leave skin clean feeling (but not stripped) consider trying Cetaphil. It can be purchased at food, drug, club, and specialty retailers nationwide, and online.
I also got to test out Cetaphil’s body moisturizer which I had never tried before and it’s nice and rich and just what I need for my winter skin. It’s not super cold in Houston, but my office is freezing and I use a space heater at my desk all winter. Though it keeps me toasty and comfortable, it makes my skin super dry (and my hands get really dry and cracked from using my car’s heater too) so the cream has helped soothe that dry and cracked skin. I keep it at my desk now! 
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I Love Cetaphil. I just started using it a month ago. Like you, I had tried everything and nothing would clear my skin up. I am loving this cleanser and I really want to try a moisturizer too!
I would love to win a gift card for this sweepstakes.
I’ve been a big fan of Cetaphil for years! Thanks for posting!
I love Cetaphil! I use it everyday for my cleanser in place of all of the expensive skincare products. It works great!
My two acne-prone teenagers keep a bottle of the Cetaphil cleanser in the shower and use it daily there. It works really well.
I have considered using Cetaphil before but never taken the leap… I have dry skin and even at thirty-one I still haven’t quite figured out what might be best for me! After reading this, I think I might give Cetaphil a try! I love reading your blog!
I was a crazy exfoliating mama before I realized how much damage I was doing to my skin! We use Cetaphil baby wash + Aveeno Excema moisturizer for my little boy and they both work amazing. I love your blog! Take care mama ?
I’ve been using Cetaphil since I was in high school. I am now in my late twenties and people are always complimenting me on my skin. I feel like less is more when it comes to skincare.
I would love to reintroduce myself to cetaphil products. I have used it in the past because I have sensitive skin. Now my husband and I are trying to have another baby and we are eliminating all the chemicals and processed things in our daily routines (trying the best we can anyway 🙂 ) so we can be in tip top shape!
I love cetaphil! I have really dry, sensitive skin (even some makeup removing wipes make me break out in hives), and I like their lotions a lot. I haven’t thought to try their body lotion, and I’ll definitely be checking it out!! Thanks for the review V 🙂
My story is very similar to yours Veronika. I tried harsh products and realized that I needed to try a gentler approach and my acne started clearing up. Cetaphil is great!
I like the idea, but have not used Cetaphil before. My wife sure would appreciate it… I have very dry skin.
https://twitter.com/willgriesmer/status/705522748353806337
I love Cetaphil face wash and just purchased Cetaphil baby products for our little one on the way!
I love Cetaphil! I have pretty sensitive skin so using gentle products are an absolute must. Cetaphil’s been a skincare staple in my medicine cabinet for years!
I’ve been using the old school Neutrogena transparent facial bar for a few months now, and I super love it. I’m finding the less is more approach generally agrees with my skin, but I’ve never tried Cetaphil. My grandmother swears by it though.
We’ve used Cetaphil for years and it’s great for my children’s eczema.
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/705572898816270336
I’ve been using the cleanser for a few years now and have loved it. Will have to try the moisturizing cream.
Huge cetaphil fan!!
Cetaphil is amazing! I even have my 9 year old using it. I even use it for my makeup brushes so that they stay soft and clean!
Our 10 yrs old had a very bad eczema and lots of food allergies. His allergist recommended is to use cetaphil and we’ve loved it since then. I love to use it for my dry hands. Now using the new any line for my 11 mo old.
I have very sensitive skin and love Cetaphil products because they are so easy and gentle to the skin and really help with not drying out my face and giving it so much moisture!
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I find cleansing to be a necessary evil for myself! I’m not familiar with Cetaphil, but it sounds promising!
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My sensitive skin needs gentle cleansing. I love Cetaphil
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/705776900103282689
Gentle cleansing is essential for me since I have sensitive skin.
This is a great solution for eczema!
groogruxking40 @ gmail dot com
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https://twitter.com/groogruxking40/status/705808923404562434
Gentle cleansing is important to me because my skin is sensitive and gets red when I use harsh products.
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https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/705814840510644225
I love Cetaphil. I have been using it for years. I have sensitive skin so using gentle products especially on my face are an absolute must!
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/705837410962112512
As I get older gentle cleansing has become more important. My skin has changed over the years and not much for the better! Harsh soaps leave my skin cracked, dry and sometimes flaky. Aging is sometimes very complicated!
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/FireRunner2379/status/705918024285552641.
I feel great after a nice gentle cleanse
I like and need gentle cleansing since I have very sensitive skin 🙂
tweet-https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/706104927924260866
Gentle cleansing is the way to go when washing my skin. It keeps my skin from breaking out or getting dry.
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/706205259836715008
cetaphil + clarisonic = win
As my skin ages I think it is becoming more and more important to take care of it! I am definitely a fan of gentle cleansing!
https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/706284278213169156
I love gentle cleansing and use Cetaphil for my dry skin daily.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
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I love gentle cleansing because I have sensitive skin.
I just went through my first bottle of Cetaphil, and I can’t find anything I like better.
chambanachik(at)gmail(dot)com
Cetaphil was one of the only cleansers that worked for me on accurate. Several years later, I still use it!
I like gentle cleansing because my skin is sensitive. I already use and love Cetaphil!
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 at gmail dot com
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/706601703999741952
I always do gentle cleansing since I’m prone to breakouts and my skin is sensitive! I love it!
I love Cetaphil! I actually recommend it to a number of patients that have dry skin.
https://twitter.com/RachelGriesmer/status/706648793668820993
I have only recently hear about Cetaphil and I have been wondering about trying it for my son who also has eczema. Thanks for telling about it, I’ll have to pick some up.
I love Cetaphil! We use the moisturizing cream on whole bodies. I buy the big tub at Costco.
I’ve never tried Cetaphil, but I think I need to give the products a try.
I agree with you–gentle is the way to go for healthier skin!
I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/D_is_for_Doodle/status/706957983746383872
I’d feel much better about it if it wasn’t choked full of toxins. Download the Think Dirty app and scan it.
I would have to say that it would be unique and great for your skin
Tweeted – https://twitter.com/sandyhills25/status/707196515916374017
I like Cetaphil for my sensitive, dry skin. It doesn’t irritate like other cleansers. Wildirishfire at aol dot com
We’ve been using Cetaphil for years. When my son was small, his pediatrician recommended it to us and since, my whole family uses Cetaphil products.
Thanks so much.
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/707329441165398017
I think it is a great option for people with sensitive skin!
https://twitter.com/mommysweetiepie/status/707357286314827777
I love gentle cleansing and I love cetaphil
As I age I realize how important it is to wash my face gently. I have enough wrinkles as it is 🙂
https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/707783238132080640
My son has just started to show signs of baby eczema also, is there any advice you have or products you are using for Lincoln that are working? Thanks!
I have used Cetaphil for years! Glad to hear about the baby line as my first is due in May
I always use gentle cleansers on my body. It’s the best thing for your skin. Harsh chemicals are no good!
I’m all for it, especially if it works!
I like the gentle cleansing from Cetaphil.
I love gentle cleansing with cetaphil
My derm recommends Cetaphil or Cerave
I feel that gentle cleansing is the only way to go.
I am always up for gentle cleansing. My family have sensitive skin so that’s the only way that make sense.
amy [at] utry [dot] it
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I like it keeps my skin clear.
i like the idea. I’ve been using Cetaphil since my son was born.
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/709879272060485636
Gentle cleansing is super important for me, with sensitive skin. Thanks for sharing your favorite products, as always!
I agree that gentle cleansing is the way to go. It gets the job done without damaging the skin or using harsh chemicals, and it’s good for everyone in the family.
I shared the Cetaphil giveaway and your thoughtful blog post on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/NotherAnneOther/status/711566018703978496
Thanks!
gentle cleansing is so kind to my skin
i love how kind gentle cleansing is to my skin
https://twitter.com/raggammuffin/status/711587141818654720
I like the idea of gentle cleaning.. I don’t want anything harsh on my skin and I want to keep it clear.
Tweet: https://twitter.com/PrettyHotPink6/status/711619754444898304
I love gentle cleansing
https://twitter.com/linjumimom/status/711641992430624768
Gentle cleansing is the best thing for our skin.
Least amount of damage done to the skin.
thank you
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/711706015482286080
I agree with gentle cleansing. I do not want to damage my skin by being rough.
https://twitter.com/benz1171/status/711748742647574530
Putting on just a little make up every day makes me feel more beautiful.
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/711955549257146368
Gentle cleansing is good especially for dry skin because you don’t want to get irritation.
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https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/712126068769951744
Gentle cleansing works for me so i love it
I have sensitive skin so I know all about needing gentle cleansing products
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I’m all about whatever works
https://mobile.twitter.com/faithjacklynswe/status/713317055437676544
gentle cleansing is great
https://twitter.com/pruamthong/status/713509161359769600
Gentle cleansing is a must for my sensitive skin.
Tweet https://twitter.com/Lindiac/status/713854585459253248
i love gentle cleansing
tweeted https://twitter.com/flippingdancer/status/713894118129205249
I like using product like this, but probably have kept up with it lately. I would be interested in Cetaphil.
westiemks5 at yahoo dot com
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/calebaw3s0m3/status/714176062037463043
My skin is so sensitive I love the thought of gentle!
I tweeted
https://twitter.com/my4boysand1/status/714243458735677442
I feel beautiful when I am healthy on the inside and out. Truckredford(at)Gmail(Dot)com
https://twitter.com/eliza_elliott/status/714603649226280960
I’m all for gentle cleansing especially since I have sensitive skin. I think this would be great. I’ve never used Cetaphil before.
https://twitter.com/disneyfan40/status/714651302697967616
I love gentle cleansing. I plan on using this skin for a long time and want to treat it well!
tweeted – https://twitter.com/dmarie824/status/714848293738704896
i like gently cleansing my skin. I haven’t tried Cetaphil yet but would like to
i posted a tweet here:
https://twitter.com/purplepanda1966/status/714951368436527104
Gentle cleansing is a must. Especially on aging skin.
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https://twitter.com/mammjamm18/status/714978893556363266
I’m all about sensitive skin care. As I age I realize how fragile (and irreplaceable) my skin is. It’s best to use gentle techniques rahter than rough ones.
https://twitter.com/ThatTuxedoCat/status/715161977388187648
I haven’t tried it but would like to give it a shot.
anything that makes my skin feel better i am willing to try!
i sent out a tweet https://twitter.com/electricstar/status/715326029095501824
I love Cetaphil. I’ve been using it for years and it is so reliable – effective and gentle. Who could ask for more?
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/715327015734218753
I feel great about gentle cleansing because it beats all those deep cleanings. Also taking vitamins every day helps out as well.
I publicly Tweeted this giveaway: https://twitter.com/versatileer/status/715450389630418944
Having rosacea had made me very aware of how important it is to gently clean my face. I am ALL about gentle!
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/715535501684563968
When having sensitive skin, gentle cleansing is more effective
my skin is funny i love gentle cleansing
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/715602803159216128
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I have never tried Cetaphil but I am a fan of gentle cleansing due to my sensitive skin so I would love to buy some next shopping trip
KC
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I think gentle is the way to go. I like to use as few chemicals on and in my body.
Thanks for the contest.
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/715623269001342977
I like gentle cleansing! Thanks!
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https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/715633095391752193
I prefer gentle cleansing to rough abrasive washes.
I’m all about gentle cleansing. I have never used soaps or harsh cleansers and I have the skin to prove it.
https://twitter.com/myfolly/status/715677861571653635