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Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer offers reliable gentle hydration and sun protection, but consumers must navigate a confusing landscape of similarly named variants on Indian platforms to ensure they get the exact product they intend.
This Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer, with its included UV filters, is positioned as a gentle daily hydrator with sun protection, a crucial combination for the Indian climate with high UV exposure. While the exact product name with the provided INCI is not consistently found on Indian platforms, Cetaphil is a well-established and dermatologist-recommended brand in India, known for its sensitive skin formulations. The estimated price range positions it as a mid-to-premium option, which is typical for dermocosmetic brands in the Indian market. Claims of 'clinically proven' without specific study details may warrant ASCI scrutiny, but the overall brand reputation for gentleness is strong.
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The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as drying alcohols. INCIDecoder explicitly labels it 'alcohol-free'.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum', 'Fragrance', or common essential oils. INCIDecoder explicitly labels it 'fragrance & essential-oil free'.
Contains Glycerin (humectant) and Tocopheryl Acetate (antioxidant) which contribute to skin nourishment.
Glycerin is a well-known humectant for hydration. However, 'instant and long-lasting' claims typically benefit from finished product testing.
The INCI contains Octocrylene (UVB/UVA II filter) and Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (UVA filter), confirming sun protection.
Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) is an antioxidant. Its position in the INCI (after preservatives) suggests a lower concentration, making the 'unique blend' claim less impactful for finished product performance.
The formula contains volatile silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane) and Diisopropyl Adipate, which contribute to a light, non-greasy feel and quick absorption.
Polymethyl Methacrylate can help provide a matte finish. Hydration is supported by Glycerin.
This is a brand claim. TCS has not reviewed matching product-specific evidence for the claim. Its presence does not change the product rating by itself.
Supported by the absence of common allergens like fragrance and essential oils in the INCI, and general brand positioning for sensitive skin.
Checked against the ingredient list as declared. It is not a substitute for a full regulatory assessment.
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Find it in the ingredient list: Cyclotetrasiloxane (Hormone disruptor)
Cyclopentasiloxane: Emollient · A volatile silicone that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and aids spreadability, evaporating from the skin.
Cyclotetrasiloxane: Emollient · A volatile silicone that contributes to a light, smooth skin feel and aids spreadability.
The formula effectively combines humectants (Glycerin) for hydration with UV filters (Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane) for sun protection, aligning with its 'daily moisturizer with SPF' positioning. The presence of volatile silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane) supports claims of quick absorption and a non-greasy feel. While Tocopheryl Acetate is present, its low concentration suggests its antioxidant contribution might be minor. The formula is generally well-suited for sensitive skin, lacking common irritants like fragrance and drying alcohols.
Strongest public evidence: level 4 of 7. A gentle, fragrance-free daily moisturizer that provides essential sun protection and hydration for sensitive skin.
Alcohol-free: The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as drying alcohols. INCIDecoder explicitly labels it 'alcohol-free'.
Fragrance & essential-oil free: The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum', 'Fragrance', or common essential oils. INCIDecoder explicitly labels it 'fragrance & essential-oil free'.
Dermatologist tested and clinically proven to be gentle on sensitive skin: Cetaphil generally states 'dermatologist tested' and 'clinically proven' for its products. While this is a finished product claim, specific study details (sample size, duration, methodology) are not publicly visible for this exact product.
14 marketing claims checked. 1 ASCI concern(s), 0 drug-boundary flag(s).
Active percentages are not disclosed for UV filters or Tocopheryl Acetate.
pH is not disclosed, which is relevant for a product with UV filters.
Daily morning use as the last step in skincare before makeup.
Apply after serums. Can be used under makeup. Reapply every 2-3 hours if exposed to direct sunlight.
Lightweight, non-greasy feel; quick absorption; immediate hydration.
Maintained skin hydration, protection from daily UV exposure, and a balanced skin feel.
The complete ingredient list we reviewed contains no explicit fragrance declaration or essential oil.
Ingredient-level flags from our reference data: Cyclotetrasiloxane: Avoid; classified as toxic for reproduction (Repr. 1B) under EU CLP; precautionary avoidance recommended (source: ECHA SVHC Candidate List (2018); EU REACH Annex XVII Entry 70; EU Regulation 2018/1480; SCCS opinions on cyclic siloxanes). Exposure category: leave-on. This is not a product safety conclusion. Ask a healthcare professional.
None is prohibited.
88ml (estimated) · from Not consistently found for the exact product name with the provided INCI. (Rs. 10.23–13.64/ml (estimated)).
7 of 10 claims are publicly supported; 3 need proof.
People to take care with: You need high SPF (e.g., SPF 50+); You prefer rich, heavy creams; You react to silicones.
Analysed on 31 Oct 2026 from INKEE Decoder. We re-check analyses older than six months.
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