Question 1

is cetaphil antibacterial soap ok to use for personal intimate cleaning?

Accepted Answer

No: If by "intimate" you're referring to your delicate parts, the answer is no, especially for the vagina and anal areas.  Harsh soaps can cause drying, cracking and itching, and should be avoided.  In fact, it's best to minimize the use of  soap at all:  just a little water is enough.

Question 2

is cetaphil antibacterial soap okay for your vagina?

Accepted Answer

No: You should not be using soap in or on your vagina.  Soap is for skin, not mucous membranes.

Question 3

best soap to use for folliculitis? such as cetaphil or hibiclens?

Accepted Answer

Any soap: There is no evidence that additives to soap are any more useful than regular soap.

Question 4

i'm 23...how can i help my eczema? does diet affect it? i use creams now.
also, cetaphil has this new eczema soap and lotion...does it work well?

Accepted Answer

Eczema management: Atopic dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by dry, wrinkled, itchy and occasionally red skin.  Symptoms can be reduced with hypoallergenic cleansers and moisturizers such as Cetaphil, CeraVue, etc., and fragrance/dye free detergents.  Moisturizers in ointment form penetrate deeper.  Topical steroids are also helpful. Avoid eating foods that you are allergic to and stay well hydrated.

Question 5

hi doctors. i have a question? is cetaphil facial wash good for all skin type? im asking this coz i have an oily face. what soap can u recommend?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cetaphil is a good choice for multiple skin types. I've used it myself. Right from their website, for example, it says: cetaphil dermacontrol oil control foam wash specifically designed for oily and acne-prone skin. Get more info at cetaphil.Com. Neutrogena face washes are another good option.

Question 6

is cetaphil anti bacterial soap good for itchy neck?

Accepted Answer

Itchy Neck: Your neck can itch as a result of an allergic reaction to perfume, soaps, food, medication, cosmetics or jewelry, as well as insect bites, lice, sunburn, sunspots and even herpes zoster. In addition, skin conditions such as acne, eczema, tinea or impetigo can be the root of the problem. You must treat the cause so see a dermatologist. You could try hyrocortisone.

Question 7

i have consulted a dermatologist and she is retired now. i was prescribed lotion and prednisone. tablet helped initially but second time did not. i am using dove soap and cetaphil lotion all the time. no clue why the itch is back??

Accepted Answer

Below: Without your full medical history, this is impossible to give an accurate answer.

If your derm has retired, call the office and find out where they are suggesting his patients to go.

Question 8

burn by washing my face with salicylic acid using a silicone scrubberand then applying trifarotene 0.005% (aklief) at night. how can i repair my skin barrier? even washing my face with mild, non-soap cleansers like cetaphil burns. peeling and red too?

Accepted Answer

: You should use Dial, Ivory or Safeguard white bar soap and see a Dermatologist for your skin.

Question 9

my skin is unusually dry, its cracking. my heels are very bad, dry skin are peeling off in big flakes . i changed to goat milk soap, using cerave and cetaphil for my face wash. add humidifier at nite. pls advise what else do i need to do? thanks

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: Creams work better than lotions for moisturizing such dry skin. The way you described the extent of dryness, it is important to have a physician take a look at the skin to determine if it is some skin condition other than dryness.

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Is cetaphil antibacterial soap ok to use for personal intimate cleaning?

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Is cetaphil antibacterial soap okay for your vagina?

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Best soap to use for folliculitis? such as cetaphil or hibiclens?

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I'm 23...how can i help my eczema? does diet affect it? i use creams now. also, cetaphil has this new eczema soap and lotion...does it work well?

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Hi doctors. i have a question? is cetaphil facial wash good for all skin type? im asking this coz i have an oily face. what soap can u recommend?

A member asked:

Is cetaphil anti bacterial soap good for itchy neck?

A member asked:

I have consulted a dermatologist and she is retired now. i was prescribed lotion and prednisone. tablet helped initially but second time did not. i am using dove soap and cetaphil lotion all the time. no clue why the itch is back??

A member asked:

Burn by washing my face with salicylic acid using a silicone scrubberand then applying trifarotene 0.005% (aklief) at night. how can i repair my skin barrier? even washing my face with mild, non-soap cleansers like cetaphil burns. peeling and red too?

A member asked:

My skin is unusually dry, its cracking. my heels are very bad, dry skin are peeling off in big flakes . i changed to goat milk soap, using cerave and cetaphil for my face wash. add humidifier at nite. pls advise what else do i need to do? thanks

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