- CETAPHIL MATTIFYING ACNE MOISTURIZER: Lightweight, fast absorbing face lotion hydrates for 48 hours, while treating and preventing breakouts in sensitive skin
- SOOTHES ACNE REDNESS & IMPROVES SKIN TEXTURE: Balanced formula contains botanicals and prebiotic complex to help nourish skin and soothe the appearance of acne redness and alleviate dry skin without clogging pores
- CLINICALLY PROVEN ACNE TREATMENT: Contains gentle yet effective .5% Salicylic Acid acne treatment to clear and prevent future breakouts. Helps to treat and prevent acne from wearing face masks
- FRAGRANCE FREE, NON-COMEDOGENIC AND HYPOALLERGENIC: Clinically developed and tested to be gentle on sensitive skin
- DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED for Sensitive Skin
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Cetaphil Face Moisturizer, Gentle Clear Mattifying Acne Moisturizer With 0.5% Salicylic Acid, Hydrates and Treats Sensitive Acne Prone Skin, Skin Care for Sensitive Skin, 3oz
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Disclosure| Brand | Cetaphil |
|---|---|
| Item Volume | 3 Fluid Ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.47 x 1.57 x 5.61 inches |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Special Feature | Hypoallergenic |
31 reviews for Cetaphil Face Moisturizer, Gentle Clear Mattifying Acne Moisturizer With 0.5% Salicylic Acid, Hydrates and Treats Sensitive Acne Prone Skin, Skin Care for Sensitive Skin, 3oz
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kristyn –
Does a great job of lightening and red pimples and clearing up flares. Also goes on easy and does NOT cause face to get oily or over dry.
kp –
I’ve had random hormonal acne near my chin for 3 weeks on and on driving me crazyyyy. My niacinamide serum and hydrocolloid patches alone weren’t taking care of the issue – every other day it seems like another small pimple appears 🙃
I usually never use ‘acne moisturizer’ because even though my skin gets oily it dries out very easily and I didn’t want overly dry skin. This Moisturizer cleared up all oiliness from my acne and visibly lightened the remaining marks overnight from the first day! It truly does have a ‘mattifying’ effect and looks like your wearing a zero pore primer or something! I might be replacing my baby pore filler with this moisturizer honestly. I will say – it has the slightest drying feel on skin immediately after applying. But mainly only on the oily acne areas. This moisturizer has already won me over so it’s not a deal breaker. If you’re looking at this with hormonal acne wondering if you should try it please do. I recommend this and niacinamide serum from the ordinary to really kill that acne bacteria and appearance fast.
Tee. H. –
Edit: for those saying it doesnt lather or its too clumpy to apply its because you aren’t emulsifying it. It lathers extremely well when you do.
Do you have extremely sensitive skin? Like the type of sensitive where you can’t even wash your face EVERY single day because products are too harsh type-sensitive? Or the type of sensitive where facial moisturizers will quite literally break you out? As someone who has deeply struggled with acne and my skin overall since middle school, this is the ONLY product that I completely trust (which pairs beautifully with the JunoSkin Melting Balm) You guys… I NEVER write any reviews simply because there has never been a product where I felt like it needed my energy/time to write a review for. However, this product is a complete game changer.
*The picture I uploaded is the most problematic side of skin (my left cheek) post workout and HAVEN’T washed my skin yet, no filter, no makeup, nothing.
A little backstory on me, I originally started using Cetaphil’s Gentle Daily Cleanser but even THAT was extremely harsh on my skin and would cause me to break out/not clear up any acne or dry my skin out completely. However it was the only product my skin would tolerate whenever I needed to clean my skin. I resorted to even making homemade natural treatments like rice water masks, honey masks, and things of that nature and those still did not help my skin at all. Until this! This product is absolutely insane. AS SOON as you use it, you will literally feel any irregularities/acne minimize instantly on your face and it STAYS like that even if you decide not to wash your skin the next day. I like to put it on in the shower and use it as a “mask” while I wash the rest of my body and then rinse off. I will add it can sometimes be drying if you use it frequently (I have oily dominant- combination skin).
I will ride hard for this product as long as they don’t change a single thing about it because my skin is that sensitive. This is the clearest my skin has ever been, i know its not perfect but comparing to where I started my inner child is truly so happy 🥹, so I will leave my nighttime routine down below for anyone else who may be able to relate (a little goes a long way for me):
– Junoskin no. 10 Cleansing Balm (only when I have makeup on or when my pores are clogged)
– Cetaphil Clarifying Acne Cream Cleanser (I personally like to let my skin air dry after use)
– Good molecules Discoloration Correcting Face Serum (I honestly have no clue how this product doesn’t break me out but it is absolutely amazing)
– Good molecules Hyaluronic Acid
Supplements:
– Biotin and collagen gummies (GREAATTTT for hair skin and nails)
– Chlorophyll water (Gives such a distinct glow/color to skin it’s insane, it will help with digestion/deodorization too)
I hope this review helps someone because like I said, I TRULY never leave reviews lol.
Csilla –
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Alyssa –
Over the past 2 years my face has gotten so dry. Everyone told me that CeraVe was the best but I saw no difference. It only made my face greasy. I came on Amazon looking for something else because what I had wasn’t working and I came across this. Let me tell you this stuff works! It makes my face so soft and it was within a week. It’s nice that it also helps with acne because I’ve been getting adult acne all the sudden too which is annoying but I can’t help to have extra stuff to help with that either. Not only does this go on quick, smooth and easy, this also does not leave my face greasy at all. This is my go-to moisturizer now for my face for sure. It’s not really heavy either like the CeraVe was. It doesn’t really have a scent to me. And you’re not rubbing forever to get it worked onto your skin like I had to do with this CeraVe. I love, love, LOVE it!!! Thank you Cetaphil!
Vivien De Leon –
Wouldn’t say served the purpose… cetaphil acne prone face wash works better.. this product didnt help my skin and would leave ppat acne scar
Don Merry –
This moisturizer has become hands down my absolute favorite. All others left a greasy residue on my skin and this really does somehow keep the oils at bay. It has a fresh light clean scent that is hardly noticeable at all. It leaves no white cast or sticky tackiness. Overall I find it to be highly effective at keeping my skin looking more clean and less shiny.
Devon –
Wouldn’t say served the purpose… cetaphil acne prone face wash works better.. this product didnt help my skin and would leave ppat acne scar
MRS.z –
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Tee. H. –
I’m one of those people with a tough beard and sensitive skin. I have been looking for a post shave product for many years. Yet it needed to be moisturizing, hypoallergenic, fragrance free, and not sticky. And I have found that the Cetaphil Face Moisturizer is the best product for me. I just purchased my 4th tube.
Amanda –
Me gusta este producto. Lo uso en la cara y también en la parte inferior de las piernas para aliviar la irritación y el ardor que me produce el afeitado. No irrita mi piel grasa. También elimina las pequeñas manchas que me salen en la frente.
Tee. H. –
This moisturizer has become hands down my absolute favorite. All others left a greasy residue on my skin and this really does somehow keep the oils at bay. It has a fresh light clean scent that is hardly noticeable at all. It leaves no white cast or sticky tackiness. Overall I find it to be highly effective at keeping my skin looking more clean and less shiny.
Tee. H. –
I do love this face moisturizer because it keeps my acne clear. The only downfall is my face doesn’t stay moisturized for very long. I also have very sensitive skin and it does not cause any irritation.
Ms.Tiffany –
I bought this moisturizer to help with my oiliness when I go out. I try to buy lightweight moisturizers so it doesn’t leave a build up on my face and cause excess oil or breakouts. I bought this due to some reviews saying it helped on there oily skin a when I first tried it, I was amazed. Fast forward about the 4th time using it, going outside of the house. I decided to go out to grab a bite to eat an put this on about an hour before I was to go out. My face started to get oily again on my forehead and nose. I know the directions say you can replace up to 3 times a day so no biggie just added a little more and oiliness was gone. Bam!! My skin did not become overly oily and it held for about a hour again, got home washed my face. Had it on less than 3 hours, touched up twice. But after a few days of using it here and there, I started breaking out more. I thought it was just random so I stopped using it just in case and my acne started going away, no new breakouts. I waited about a week or so an tried again. It was fine for a few days but constantly having to reapply or clean my face throughly to start again to avoid the excess oil an it bought my breakouts back days after. I mainly breakout on my cheeks and my neck. I’ve been using this for about 5 weeks just to give a reference on time. I do have to say I have mixed reviews on this.
Pros
1) it does take away the oil effortlessly..
2) it doesn’t smell bad
3) it’s small an convenient to take anywhere for a touch up.
4) it goes nicely under makeup ( I tried once)
5) it’s creamy an smooth.
6) price is good
Cons
1) you have to reapply numerously
2) some might not like the chemical smell
3) due to reapplying, you might run out the product quicker
4) potential breakouts ( I have but some might some may not.)
5) Not sure how it would hold up in higher temperatures outdoors/indoors. ( it’s been cooler where I live so can’t say if you will reapply more.
6) not sure how it works to reapply with makeup on. I did not leave mine on long enough to know.
Overall it’s a good product if you may not be sensitive to breakouts or you feel like reapplying might be an issue.
kristyn –
I’m one of those people with a tough beard and sensitive skin. I have been looking for a post shave product for many years. Yet it needed to be moisturizing, hypoallergenic, fragrance free, and not sticky. And I have found that the Cetaphil Face Moisturizer is the best product for me. I just purchased my 4th tube.
CeilingSquid –
I’ve had random hormonal acne near my chin for 3 weeks on and on driving me crazyyyy. My niacinamide serum and hydrocolloid patches alone weren’t taking care of the issue – every other day it seems like another small pimple appears 🙃
I usually never use ‘acne moisturizer’ because even though my skin gets oily it dries out very easily and I didn’t want overly dry skin. This Moisturizer cleared up all oiliness from my acne and visibly lightened the remaining marks overnight from the first day! It truly does have a ‘mattifying’ effect and looks like your wearing a zero pore primer or something! I might be replacing my baby pore filler with this moisturizer honestly. I will say – it has the slightest drying feel on skin immediately after applying. But mainly only on the oily acne areas. This moisturizer has already won me over so it’s not a deal breaker. If you’re looking at this with hormonal acne wondering if you should try it please do. I recommend this and niacinamide serum from the ordinary to really kill that acne bacteria and appearance fast.
Your favorite Social Worker –
This was nice and does leave your face more matte. It helped calm down redness from acne and dryness. The only downside for me is that it feels a little thick on the skin. Not bad overall, just depends on your preference.
MRS.z –
Bueno
Nina Menezes –
Doesn’t cleanse properly. Salicylic acid content is small so doesn’t prevent breakouts
AmazonFan –
4th Update years later:
I still use this moisturizer. Some toners tend to feel sticky but I found that the CeraVe toner (my doctor recommended this brand as eczema safe and natural) works well with this moisturizer without feeling heavy, sticky, and doesn’t make me flare up!
3rd update: I realized I can’t use other moisturizers, Ive gotten too used to this product. I’ve tried using other products of moisturizers and they felt HEAVY and sticky. This is VERY light weight which I appreciate. That is all☺️
7 month update: I tend to sweat profusely especially in the summer time around my scalp and forehead. I waited to update to see how to use this best. While using this product i found that using a smaller amount was best. If you tend to sweat a lot like me, use toner then apply a pea – pea and a 1/2 size amount of moisturizer. I still tend to sweat till it runs into my eyes, but using less moisturizer prevented the product from running into my eye while sweating.
I use this before putting on my makeup and it doesn’t feel caked.
I have oily skin prone to break outs and wanted to start using a cream after washing my face due to feeling dry afterwords. I dont have a beauty routine, rarely use makeup, nor informed on beauty trends etc but I wanted to start taking better care of my appearance lately.
I compared different pricing for (oily skin/acne control) face moisturizers both online and my local Walgreens and Walmart. Note: the cream I was looking for had to be safe for sensitive skin as I suffer from eczema and remembered Cetaphil was one of the brands my doctor said was more natural and safer.
I’ve been using this for about 2 weeks now.
Result: it doesn’t burn and no signs of inflammation. It doesn’t smell great but it helps A LOT with not feeling dry from washing. It does not mattify my skin as it states and my oilyness is about the same throughout my regular work days.
But it did do something when I saw myself in my review mirror when the sun was on my face. I noticed my face shined all over where I placed this cream. I just learned of the glass face look beauty trend and it looks slightly similar to that effect from the use of this cream on my face. I’ve had compliments on my skin from clients/family which is nice to hear.
I usually wash my face with a acne face wash for oily skin, use a toner and a brightening eye serum from my local Ross store, and this cream to “seal” it all in.
I admit I tend to touch my face out of habit which causes a pimple to come out.
I will be editing my review in the summer as I tend to sweat profusely from my scalp/face and will note if this cream if bothersome or not.
Overall it helps with dryness and it helps my skin look nice and shiny (vibrant?) in the sun so I’m happy with the product!
Don Merry –
I do love this face moisturizer because it keeps my acne clear. The only downfall is my face doesn’t stay moisturized for very long. I also have very sensitive skin and it does not cause any irritation.
Laandher Flores –
It helps my pimple to dry faster and it just pluck out automatically 😊 Im using this in morning and my evening routine consist of tretinoin and moisturizer.
Amber –
I do love this face moisturizer because it keeps my acne clear. The only downfall is my face doesn’t stay moisturized for very long. I also have very sensitive skin and it does not cause any irritation.
kristyn –
Great facial moisturizer for naturally oily skin. Protects the skin barrier without oiling up my face.
Amber –
Good
Vivien De Leon –
Good
Nina Menezes –
Wouldn’t say served the purpose… cetaphil acne prone face wash works better.. this product didnt help my skin and would leave ppat acne scar
Ana Gastelum –
Good
Devon –
Helps keep my face moisturized without the feeling oily. Very lightweight and absorbs well. Would purchase again.
James –
The Cetaphil Gentle Clear Triple‑Action Acne Treatment Serum delivers fast, noticeable results, helping reduce the appearance of breakouts in just a few days. Its blend of salicylic acid, succinic acid, and soothing ingredients provides effective exfoliation while staying gentle enough for sensitive, acne‑prone skin. Lightweight, hydrating, and non‑irritating, it’s a reliable daily serum for clearer, smoother skin.
Csilla –
Doesn’t cleanse properly. Salicylic acid content is small so doesn’t prevent breakouts