Cetaphil 0299.085190 Serum
- Serum
- Acne Prone
- 1 fl oz
- Sensitive skin
- Better rated than 75%
A non-comedogenic retinol gel serum aimed at acne, dryness and pores on sensitive skin, from a brand built around dermatologist-friendly, budget-conscious formulas.
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How it ranks among the 293 serums we track
4.6★ across 450 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
450 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A retinol gel serum from Cetaphil aimed at acne-prone, sensitive skin, formulated to address acne, dryness and visible pores. Non-comedogenic, unscented, sold in a 1 fluid ounce size.
This sits in Cetaphil's acne-focused line rather than its classic sensitive-skin moisturizers. Retinol can dry out skin, so pairing an acne-fighting ingredient with dryness on the addresses list suggests the formula is built to manage that trade-off rather than avoid it entirely.
- Retinol gel serum
- Non-comedogenic
- Formulated for acne-prone sensitive skin
- Unscented
Who it's for
People with acne-prone or sensitive skin looking for a retinol product from a widely available drugstore brand. Less suited to those new to retinol without guidance on introducing it slowly, since the data here does not specify strength or usage frequency.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Non-comedogenic gel formula
- Targets acne, dryness and pores together
- Unscented, made for sensitive skin
- Retinol strength is not specified
- Small 1 fluid ounce size
Performance notes
Retinol works gradually by increasing skin cell turnover, which over weeks of consistent use can reduce breakouts and the appearance of pores. The gel base and non-comedogenic claim are meant to keep the formula from adding to acne while it works.
Specifications
| Brand | Cetaphil |
|---|---|
| Model | 0299.085190 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 1 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | Acne Prone |
| Skin Tone | Sensitive skin |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Key Ingredients | Retinol |
| Benefits | Anti-Acne |
| Features | Non-Comedogenic |
| Addresses | Acne, Dryness, Pores |
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How it compares
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| Cetaphil 0299.085190 SerumThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 450 | 3.8 / 5 |
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Questions about the Cetaphil 0299.085190
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Cetaphil retinol serum non-comedogenic?
Yes, it is listed as non-comedogenic, meaning it is formulated not to clog pores.
What skin concerns does this Cetaphil serum address?
The listing names acne, dryness and pores as the concerns it addresses.
Is this Cetaphil serum scented?
No, it is unscented.