Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser is a face cleanser that is designed for oily to combination, sensitive skin. It is clinically proven to deep clean skin and minimize the appearance of pores without stripping the skin of natural moisture. The ingredients of the product have changed over time, so there are different ingredient lists available. Here is an overview of the ingredients from the available sources:
Ingredients:
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Aqua (water): The most common skincare ingredient that is used as a solvent for ingredients that do not dissolve in oils but rather in water. It hydrates the skin, but not from the outside.
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Glycerin: A natural moisturizer that is also found in our skin. It is a safe, effective, and cheap molecule used for more than 50 years. It is a humectant that helps to keep the skin hydrated.
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine: A surfactant that is used for cleansing and emulsifying. It is a mild ingredient that is less irritating than other surfactants.
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Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate: A surfactant that is used for cleansing and viscosity controlling. It is a mild ingredient that is less irritating than other surfactants.
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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: A surfactant that is used for cleansing. It is a harsh ingredient that can be irritating to the skin.
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Stearyl Alcohol: A fatty alcohol that is used as an emollient and emulsifier. It helps to keep the skin hydrated and soft.
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Propylene Glycol: A humectant that is used to keep the skin hydrated. It is also used as a solvent for other ingredients.
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PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate: A surfactant that is used for cleansing. It is a mild ingredient that is less irritating than other surfactants.
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate: A surfactant that is used for cleansing. It is a mild ingredient that is less irritating than other surfactants.
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Sodium Laureth Sarcosinate: A surfactant that is used for cleansing. It is a mild ingredient that is less irritating than other surfactants.
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Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer: A viscosity controlling agent that helps to improve the texture of the product.
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Butylene Glycol: A humectant that is used to keep the skin hydrated. It is also used as a solvent for other ingredients.
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Phenoxyethanol: A preservative that is used to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in the product. It is a safe ingredient that is used in many skincare products[[4]](https://www.cetaphil.co.uk/c...
