Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser - US Versus Dermal Therapy Acne Control Wash
Updated on August 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 10 ingredients
Dermal Therapy Acne Control Wash 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 10 ingredients
Dermal Therapy Acne Control Wash 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Sodium PCA
HumectantGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningMaclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Propylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, PEG-150 Distearate, Sodium PCA, Glycol Distearate, Propanediol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids, Laureth-4, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolSodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 10 ingredients
Dermal Therapy Acne Control Wash 19 ingredients
Reviews
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 10 ingredients
This is HORRIBLE, soooo bad. Broke me out so bad. It is mega comedogenic. The ingredients are literally known to cause acne.
My holy grail drug store face wash. The formulation is perfect for my needs, whether I’m doing a final cleanse removing high glam makeup or nursing a severe dermatitis flare up, I have something I can always rely on. This next part is just a hot take, but I don’t understand the ugly clinical graphic design, as though having skin issues means you only want to have skincare that is packaged like Show more
