Automated research refresh updated the product evidence set.
Before: Evidence 56 · Safety 66 · Effectiveness 51 · Confidence 71
After: Evidence 58 · Safety 72 · Effectiveness 52 · Confidence 67
Cetaphil Face Wash, Daily Facial Cleanser for Sensitive, Combination to Oily Skin, 20 oz, Gentle Foaming, Soap Free, Hypoallergenic
Step up your skincare regime with CETAPHIL Daily Facial Cleanser, a deep cleansing, gentle foaming formula designed for sensitive, combination skin. Ideal for daily use, this cleanser gently yet effectively removes dirt, excess oils, impurities and...
Direct product evidence5 papers indexed · 5 claims mapped
Resar evidence panel
0–100 · cited research only
Evidence Score
58
Good
Safety Score
72
Strong
Effectiveness Score
52
Emerging
Research Confidence
67
Good
Product Fit Score
47
Emerging
Bottom line
Limited evidence (Good) — treat claims cautiously and review sources directly.
Product fit is weaker — dose, price, or practical use may not align with what studies tested.
Evidence Score
58
Good
Price
$13.44
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The strongest studies behind this product
Ranked by evidence hierarchy and how closely each study matches this product. Start with the strongest study, then read down. Every claim needs a trail.
Strongest studySupporting evidence86% relevance
Dermatologists’ perspectives on daily gentle exfoliation for sensitive and oily/acne-prone skin: Insights from a national survey
Other · Cosmoderma · 2025
What the research shows
Perceived benefits include sebum regulation, reduced comedogenesis, improved texture and barrier preservation.
Direct product evidenceRead study
2345
Supporting evidence80% relevance
26732 Efficacy and tolerability of a combination regimen with diamond tip dermabrasion and topical skincare in subjects with dry, hyperpigmented, photodamaged or acne/oily facial skin
Other · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2021
Direct product evidence
Indirect evidence74% relevance
42510 Utilization Of A Daily Oil-Free Facial Moisturizer With Broad-Spectrum Spf35 In Subjects With Skin Of Color
Other · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2023
Category-level evidence
Indirect evidence68% relevance
Mediterranean diet and longevity
Other · The British journal of nutrition · 2000
Category-level evidence
Indirect evidence62% relevance
Cardiovascular and Metabolic Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Phenolic Compounds: Mechanistic Insights from In Vivo Studies
Other · Cells · 2024
Category-level evidence
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Claim ledger
Every claim, mapped to its source
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Study-by-study breakdown
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- Evidence type - study design (RCT, review, etc.) and whether it is direct, category-level, or indirect.
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Direct product evidenceThis study closely matches this product or its active ingredient.
In plain language
Survey of 106 Indian dermatologists; 88.7% identified oily/acne‑prone skin as primary indication for daily gentle exfoliation, 63.2% endorsed use on sensitive skin. Majority favored a dual regimen (cleanser + lotion) for barrier support. [1]
What the study reported
Verified extract — not AI generated
“Perceived benefits include sebum regulation, reduced comedogenesis, improved texture and barrier preservation.”
How it was used
Recommended for daily use, optionally paired with a compatible moisturizer; apply to wet face, massage gently, rinse.
Side effects noted
Minimal; a minority warned against use on active dermatitis or severely compromised barrier.
Caveats
Cross‑sectional survey, no direct clinical testing of the specific Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser, limited to Indian dermatologists.
Transparency
Score history
Human review is pending for this listing.
Reviews
Shopper feedback
4.7
average rating
22,700 Amazon reviews were available from the listing metadata.