good facial cleanser/moisturzier for really sensitive skin?

i'm currently using nutrogena oil free acne wash which dries me out, but doesn't make me react and cetaphil moisturizer which is ok, but isn't strong enough to counteract the dryness from the face wash without getting too heavy and then bothering me. i really need something lighter, but... well you see my problem.

i've tried so many things (including cetaphil - doesn't work). i can't use moisturizer with sunscreen in them - they burn and my skin peels and then is red for days (just getting over my last attempt to switch. i just bought noxema, but i was hoping for other suggestions as i'm terribly unknowledgable (not a word, i know) about what's out there.

Re: good facial cleanser/moisturzier for really sensitive skin?

Alpha Hydrox Foaming Face Wash


from Drugstore.com:
This wonderfully sudsy foaming cleanser gently but thoroughly removes every trace of dirt and makeup to leave skin refreshed and totally clean. It's soap-free, alcohol-free, and pH balanced, which means dry complexions can use it without any fear of stripping natural oils. Yet oily skin can also benefit, since this cool wash doesn't pack any of the pore-clogging moisturizers that can contribute to acne.


It can be purchased at Harmon Drugs/Bed Bath.

You can check out the reviews on Drugstore.com and MakeUpAlley.com



ETA: I have no advice for a moisturizer. I too have a reaction to SPFs in moisturizers, but I was able to work through mine (Olay Complete). It only took me half a bottle.

I used to use the Cetaphil moisturizer, but I wasn't impressed.

Message edited 4/16/2010 9:52:34 PM.

Re: good facial cleanser/moisturzier for really sensitive skin?

I use these moisturizers (and have rosacea):







And I'm always trying new cleansers - never satisfied.

Re: good facial cleanser/moisturzier for really sensitive skin?

thanks! i'll look into all of those!