Minimalist quality questionable

Started by kunalc2011, Jun 22, 2026, 02:53 PM

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kunalc2011

I have very oily skin and my dermatologist suggested the Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser, but it's pricey and the reviews aren't great. Being dark‑skinned, I was a bit skeptical, so I went back to this original formula but noticed the recipe has changed. I'm not the only one - I saw another post mentioning the same thing. Ever since Unilever bought Minimalist, I haven't heard good things. Still, I want to test if it works, so I'll use it for the next 2 months and see. Meanwhile, I'd love some good face‑wash recommendations for oily skin that aren't Cetaphil. I still use Simple, but it doesn't seem to do much. I'm also getting my acne back; I was on isotretinoin last year and now it's flaring up again. I'm frustrated, but the dermatologist says I can't take it again. So any solid face‑wash suggestions would help. Thanks!


Shyam

Not much difference between Cetaphil and Minimalist. Maybe 100/200.

Dhruv

You'd be better off consulting your dermatologist for alternatives since you've already been on prescription medication before.

Neha

I use the Cetaphil Oily Cleanser and it's good.

Gauri

Get the CeraVe Foaming Cleanser - it's worth the money. I've tried Simple, Minimalist, Joy PH, Derma Co and Cetaphil, but nothing matches CeraVe's foaming formula for my oily, dark skin.

Imran

I use a pharma‑grade face wash, and right now I'm using Bencol peroxide soap, which has helped with my back acne.

Satish

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Cleanser is amazing; it's been seriously overlooked.

Arnav

I guess I've been living under a rock for the past 3 years. When did this acquisition actually happen?

Douglas

I have combination‑sensitive skin, so I stick to Bioderma's pink face wash.

Chiranjit

You can thank Unilever for this.