Name: Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Cleanser
Brand: Cetaphil
SKU: 601852
Availability: InStock
Rating: 53 (1 reviews)

Ingredients & minerals

Sodium Hydroxide

Severe skin irritation and burns, eye damage including blindness, respiratory tract irritation if inhaled as dust or aerosol, corrosivity

Disodium EDTA

Low irritation potential, possible environmental persistence

Water

Hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, essential for life

Sodium Chloride

Cost-effective viscosity modifier, non-toxic, environmentally benign

Citric acid

Acidulant, preservative enhancing flavor and antimicrobial stability

Mandelic Acid

Exfoliation (keratolysis), improvement of acne lesions, reduction of post‑inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma, antimicrobial activity against acne‑associated bacteria, improvement in skin texture and fine lines, lower irritation potential than glycolic acid at comparable use

Sodium citrate

Water softening, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Emollient properties in skin care, source of essential fatty acids in diet

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative at low concentrations

Ethylhexylglycerin

Preservative booster, skin conditioning agent

Pantolactone

Precursor in vitamin B5 synthesis, supports nutritional supplement production

Glycerin

Humectant and moisturizer, solvent, safe for ingestion and topical application

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild cleansing, foaming, conditioning, and detangling properties

Coco-Glucoside

Mild surfactant, biodegradable, low toxicity, suitable for sensitive skin

Gluconolactone

Gentle exfoliation, hydration support, antioxidant properties

Betaine

Hydration aid, osmoprotectant, improves skin barrier function

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate

Emulsifying agent improving formulation stability, enhances texture and spreadability of products

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Effective mild cleanser and foaming agent suitable for sensitive skin formulations

Glycereth-26

Humectant properties help retain moisture in formulations, improves texture and stability of cosmetic products

Salicylic Acid

Antimicrobial properties, keratolytic/exfoliating action, may contribute to stain removal and biofilm disruption