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Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion

Updated on: 09/08/2025
Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion
22
Total Ingredients
analysed
19 of 22
Skin-Safe
low risk
1 of 22
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
1 of 22
Potential Pore-Clogging
+1 moderate pore-clogging

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Niacinamide and Salicylic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy
1 Very safe
2 Safe
3 Moderate
4 Risky
5 Avoid
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
4
Comedogenic: High risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
3
Comedogenic: Moderate risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion comedogenic?

Appears To Be Comedogenic Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion appears to be comedogenic. It contains 1 ingredient with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.

Is Cetaphil a good skincare brand?

Cetaphil is a skincare brand originally developed in 1947 in the United States by a pharmacist at the company Galderma (then part of Nestlé and L'Oréal joint venture). The brand first introduced a gentle cleansing lotion designed for sensitive skin. Cetaphil products typically focus on simple formulations with mild surfactants, emollients, and humectants. The product range includes cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens, and baby skincare products intended for sensitive or dry skin. Cetaphil makes products such as Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about Cetaphil.

Is Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Hydroxide</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion clog pores?

Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion contains 2 ingredients with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/glyceryl-stearate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glyceryl Stearate</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.

Who makes Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion?

This product is from Cetaphil. See more products from Cetaphil.

What are the ingredients in Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion?

Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion contains 22 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycerin" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycerin</a>, <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/butyrospermum-parkii-butter" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Butyrospermum Parkii Butter</a> and <a href="/ingredient/cetearyl-alcohol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Cetearyl Alcohol</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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