Cetaphil
$12.99

Gentle Exfoliating SA Cleanser

This foaming cleanser uses a mix of salicylic acid, mandelic acid, and gluconolactone to clear pores and smooth texture, while niacinamide and panthenol help offset any irritation from the acids. Cetaphil markets it as gentle enough for daily use, and reviewers back that up, describing steady improvement in bumpy or congested skin without the redness some acid washes cause. It's fragrance-free, paraben-free, and non-comedogenic.

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Gluconolactone Mandelic Acid Niacinamide Salicylic Acid Betaine Glycerin
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Benefits

Ingredient Highlights

Gluconolactone A gentle PHA that smooths texture and hydrates without irritation. Exfoliant Mandelic Acid An almond-derived acid that gently exfoliates and fades dark spots. Exfoliant Niacinamide A vitamin B3 that fades dark spots, shrinks pores, and balances oil. Antioxidant Salicylic Acid A gentler form of salicylic acid that unclogs pores and smooths texture. Exfoliant Betaine Derived from sugar beets, it hydrates skin and eases tightness. Humectant

Full Ingredient List

BetaineCitric AcidCocamidopropyl BetaineCoco-GlucosideDisodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerinGluconolactoneGlycereth-26 Salicylic AcidGlycerinHelianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilMandelic AcidNiacinamide (Vitamin B3)Panthenol (Provitamin B5)PantolactonePEG-120 Methyl Glucose DioleatePhenoxyethanolSodium ChlorideSodium CitrateSodium CocoamphoacetateSodium HydroxideTocopherol (Vitamin E)Water (Aqua)