Cetaphil’s New Anti-Aging Collection: A Review

Cetaphil is a trusted name in skincare and its new anti-aging line lives up to its reputation.
Cetaphil’s New Anti-Aging Collection: A Review
Mary Hunt has found a skincare line that is affordable and also created for sensitive skin. Shiva Photo/Shutterstock
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In the ever-evolving world of skincare, finding effective anti-aging products that deliver noticeable results without breaking the bank can feel like an endless, expensive quest. However, Cetaphil, a trusted name in skincare known for being gentle yet effective, has recently introduced a new line of four anti-aging products I’ve been using since October 2023.

Now, before we get going, I want you to know this is not an ad and I am no sponsor. I paid for products myself, so I am free to give my honest, unbiased review.

Right out of the gate, I am confident you can say goodbye to pricey serums and creams and hello to Cetaphil’s Healthy Renew collection—Cetaphil Healthy Renew Face Serum, Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream, Cetaphil Healthy Renew Day Cream SPF 30, and Cetaphil Healthy Renew Eye Gel Serum.

Let’s start with the cornerstone of the Healthy Renew collection: Cetaphil Healthy Renew Face Serum. This lightweight yet potent serum is designed to target multiple signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. Formulated with a unique blend of peptides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid, I believe it works to hydrate, firm, and rejuvenate skin. I can confirm it is suitable for sensitive skin. Unlike many anti-aging serums on the market, which can be harsh and irritating, the company specifies this serum is dermatologist-tested and free of fragrances and parabens.

Next up is the Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream, a luxurious moisturizer specially formulated to nourish and replenish the skin while you sleep. It is non-greasy and packed with antioxidants, including vitamins C and E, to help repair and protect the skin from environmental damage.

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Day Cream SPF 30 is a multitasking moisturizer that provides all-day hydration and sun protection in one convenient product. Formulated with broad-spectrum SPF 30, this day cream helps shield the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays, preventing sun damage and premature aging. It also is enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to hydrate and replenish the skin, leaving it feeling soft, smooth, and protected throughout the day.

It’s non-greasy and absorbs quickly, making it ideal for use under makeup.

Last but certainly not least, Cetaphil Healthy Renew Eye Gel Serum offers a solution for tired-looking eyes, diminishing the appearance of dark circles, fine lines, and fatigue. It keeps the delicate eye area hydrated for a full day. Unlike retinol, the formula utilizes purified peptides, which are gentle on sensitive skin and do not require a lengthy adaptation period.

The serum contains vitamins B3 and B5 to nourish and restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier, while botanical extracts tackle dullness and uneven skin tone. This gentle yet effective anti-aging formula is hypoallergenic, fragrance-free and dermatologist-tested for safe use on sensitive skin, making it suitable for daily application.

An Honest Review

I have been using this bundle of four Cetaphil Healthy Renew Products along with my regular Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for about five months. This is not the first anti-aging skincare line I have used, but it is the first I find to be affordable and also created for sensitive skin.
What I Like:
  • These products are gentle. I have had no side effects at all.
  • This regimen leaves my skin feeling smoother than I can ever remember. I don’t know if I’ve actually achieved anti-aging, but I believe my skin is firmer (maybe even ... radiant?).
  • Easy to use. It takes only a few minutes a day, which is good because that’s all the time I can devote to skincare.
  • I love that the day cream is 30 SPF, which means I don’t have to remember to use sunscreen.
  • I don’t have to stay out of the sun, as these products do not contain retinol and, therefore, are not sun-reactive.
  • I’ve adopted a complete anti-aging skincare routine that requires so little time.
  • I can pick up these products at most drugstores and online, and that means I don’t have to show up at a home party or find an independent distributor to place an order.
  • My own dermatologist highly recommends Cetaphil skincare products, including this new anti-aging line, as an affordable alternative to retinol.
What I Don’t Like:
  • I don’t like that it took so long for me to figure out an anti-aging skincare regimen with products that are retinol-free, created for sensitive skin, and affordable all at the same time!
Cetaphil’s new Healthy Renew collection offers an effective solution to combat signs of aging without breaking the bank. With its gentle yet potent formulations, Cetaphil has proven why it should become my personal preference for affordable skincare.

For these reasons, I highly recommend the Cetaphil anti-aging skincare collection.

You can find Cetaphil products at major retailers such as Walmart, Target, CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, and H-E-B, and major online retailers like Amazon. Visit EverydayCheapskate.com/cetaphil for links and to learn more.

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