Cetaphil Nourishing Oil to Foam Cleanser Face Wash for Sensitive Skin

Most Helpful Positive Review

Total must-have

My skin it's a real mixed bag: sometimes oily, sometimes dry, and I'm always battling pesky breakouts. Finding a face wash that actually helps instead of making things worse feels like searching for a unicorn. My forehead and nose can get super shiny, but my cheeks often feel tight and dry. And then... there are the zits, always ready to pop up. That's why I was a bit hesitant but also hopeful when I received the CETAPHIL Nourishing Oil to Foam Cleanser Face Wash for Sensitive Skin as a gift from Influenster for an honest review. Cetaphil is usually good for gentle stuff, but an "oil to foam" wash for sensitive skin that promises to make my skin stronger and less dry? Sounded almost too perfect for my crazy skin. The first time I used it, I was really surprised. It starts out like a silky, thin oil, which feels amazing as you put it on your dry face. This is actually why I mostly use it at night. Since it's an oil, it's the only thing I've found that truly gets off all the sunscreen I put on every morning. Sunscreen is usually oil-based, so you need an oil-based product to really wash it away, and this cleanser does it perfectly. It just melts away all my makeup (even stubborn eye makeup!) and and the day's dirt without any rubbing or pulling. Then, when you add a little water, it changes into a soft, light foam. This change is super cool! Unlike other foamy washes that leave my skin feeling tight and dry like a desert, this one keeps my skin feeling comfy. When I rinsed it off, my face felt super clean, but not that "squeaky clean" feeling that usually means my skin is stripped and will get even oilier later. Instead, my skin felt really soft and hydrated. My cheeks, which are usually the first to feel dry, felt genuinely calm and good. And for my breakout-prone spots, there was no redness, no irritation, no feeling like my skin was under attack. This is a huge deal for anyone who gets pimples – a harsh face wash can often make things worse and cause more breakouts. After using it every night for a few weeks, I've seen some real positive changes. The "nourishing" part is definitely true. My skin just feels more balanced now. The super oily parts of my face seem less greasy, and my dry patches are way less flaky and tight. The best part? I'm getting fewer breakouts! I think it's because it cleans so well but also so gently. It takes away all the bad stuff and especially that stubborn SPF without messing with my skin's natural protective layer. When that layer is weak, your skin is more likely to get irritated and break out, even if you have oily skin. This cleanser seems to make that protective layer stronger, like it says it will, leading to healthier, happier skin. I also really like that it's made for sensitive skin and won't cause allergic reactions. Knowing it won't make my skin angry is a big relief for me since my skin can be reactive to a lot of products. The promises about boosting and locking in moisture are true, and it really does calm down uncomfortable skin right away, which is amazing after a long day or when my skin is feeling a bit moody. All in all, the CETAPHIL Nourishing Oil to Foam Cleanser has become a total must-have in my daily skin routine, especially for my important nighttime wash. Fragrance -Free.