Cetaphil Review, Is Cetaphil Non-Toxic?
Cetaphil averages 75 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 12 Cetaphil products graded as of October 2026, and all 12 reach its 70 point pass mark.
Cetaphil grades Excellent on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
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Does Cetaphil have PFAS, by category
Which Cetaphil products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- aqueous surfactant cleansing formula, standard cosmetic base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergen sensitivity. Cetaphil Acne Relief includes fragrance components not individually disclosed…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, cleansing agents, fragrance
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens (undisclosed aromatic compounds). Cetaphil does not publish a detailed fragrance…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water-based aqueous liquid formulation (surfactants, humectants, glycerin)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens. The 'Refreshing' variant contains fragrance compounds; while formulated for gentle use…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Aqueous solution; cleanser base without inherent PFAS triggers
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial or fungal growth during storage. Any aqueous liquid product can support microbial growth if stored…
- water-based emulsion, mineral UV filters (likely titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens. Water-based cosmetics often include fragrance compounds; Cetaphil does not disclose…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral UV filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) in lotion base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens. Cetaphil Sheer Mineral is labeled fragrance-free, but the lotion base may contain plant…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide), water-based lotion
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizers. Cetaphil Sheer Mineral is labeled fragrance-free or has minimal…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide base)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Titanium dioxide inhalation (pigment/powder form). Stick formulations shed fine powder particles during…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous liquid cleanser, surfactants, humectants
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizing compounds. Body washes labeled 'refreshing' typically contain fragrance…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Water-based lotion emulsion; no waterproof or stain-resistant treatment disclosed
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components). Cetaphil Everyday Sunscreen is labeled fragrance-free, but some…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Water-resistant cream base with SPF filters
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- UV filter allergens and skin sensitization. Organic sunscreen filters (avobenzone, octinoxate) and fragrances…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous gel with humectants and UV filters (oxybenzone/octinoxate or mineral filters)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Endocrine disruptors. If this formulation uses oxybenzone rather than mineral filters, some in vitro and…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
What to buy instead Good or better, in the categories Cetaphil sells
- Mineral sunscreen, zinc oxide base
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- 1,4-dioxane (non-intentional contaminant from surfactants/emulsifiers)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide base)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Synthetic fragrance allergens
- Aqueous lotion with mineral sunscreen (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide) and ceramides
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Saponified plant oils, peppermint essential oil
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens (peppermint essential oil)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous surfactant solution, no known PFAS-targeted additives
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, cleansing agents, botanical extracts
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- 1,4-dioxane (synthetic contaminant in surfactants)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Cetaphil and PFAS, common questions
- Does Cetaphil have PFAS?
- Cetaphil averages 75 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 12 Cetaphil products graded as of October 2026, and all 12 reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Cetaphil non-toxic?
- Cetaphil Acne Relief Body Wash is the highest-graded Cetaphil product we have scored, at 75/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Cetaphil products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Cetaphil products we have scored are Cetaphil Acne Relief Body Wash, Cetaphil Ultra Gentle Body Wash, Cetaphil Ultra Gentle Refreshing Body Wash. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
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