Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-08-06 · 3 waves. Use the controls above to change the window.
Sunscreen · 3 waves · n=300 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 1% | 1 of 100 |
| Claude | 6% | 6 of 100 |
| Gemini | 2% | 2 of 100 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | 3% | 3 of 120 | |
| 2026-07-31 | 3% | 3 of 90 | +0 points |
| 2026-08-06 | 3% | 3 of 90 | +0 points |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“It is often cheaper per ounce than CeraVe and is highly trusted by dermatologists for eczema-prone or reactive skin.”
“| **Basic face wash** | **Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser** | Normal, combination, or oily skin; fragrance-free and gentle.”
“It is exceptionally gentle, non-stripping, and Cetaphil frequently runs coupons and sales.”
“Like Neutrogena, Cetaphil is highly recommended by dermatologists and super affordable.”
“It's dermatologist-recommended and works well for sensitive skin, though it doesn't always contain ceramides like Eucerin/CeraVe.”
“If you love Vanicream for its simple, fragrance-free, and dermatologist-recommended formulas but want to save some money, there are several great, cheaper alternatives available.”
“| **Basic face wash** | **Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser** | Normal, combination, or oily skin; fragrance-free and gentle.”
“* **Why it works:** Perfect if you loved EltaMD UV Clear for its oil-free, acne-safe properties.”
“You can find similar basics from CeraVe, Vanicream, Cetaphil, or store brands for less.”
“Like Neutrogena, Cetaphil is highly recommended by dermatologists and super affordable.”
139 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“If you want a mineral option, this is the most affordable sunscreen for oily skin, available from around $10.”
“Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 50 — A great budget-friendly option, as it's the most affordable sunscreen for oily skin from an American brand, available from around $10.”
“If you prefer mineral over chemical filters, this is the most affordable sunscreen for oily skin from an American brand, available from around $10.”
“Cetaphil is known for gentle, non-comedogenic cleansers and moisturizers, is highly recommended by dermatologists, and is very affordable, though its focus is on being as mild as possible.”
“Cetaphil is the king of gentle skincare, especially beloved by those with sensitive or easily irritated skin, with cleansers and moisturizers famous for their simple, non-comedogenic formulas that clean and hydrate without stripping the ski”
“While CeraVe offers ceramides and Cetaphil focuses on lightweight hydration, Vanicream stands out for maximum tolerance”
“Cetaphil products (like their moisturizers) are frequently cited as comparable, though one comparison noted Cetaphil's Daily Smoothing Moisturizer for Rough and Bumpy Skin was actually $4.17 more expensive than Vanicream in that particular ”
“Cetaphil's Daily Smoothing Moisturizer for Rough and Bumpy Skin is a 65% match with the ingredients and function of Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion, with 5 ingredients in common. Note that in this specific comparison the dupe was actually abo”
“though it's more of a Cetaphil-style alternative than a CeraVe-style ceramide cleanser”
“**Generic Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream** | A simple, heavier fragrance-free cream can be a good economical choice—but avoid it if you already know you react to any of its ingredients.”
“**Cetaphil isn't usually meaningfully cheaper** than CeraVe for comparable full-size cleansers and moisturizers, so switch to it for formula preference, not savings.”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
15 of 139 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| reddit.com | 5 |
| glow.com.au | 2 |
| whowhatwear.com | 1 |
| youtube.com | 1 |
| laroche-posay.us | 1 |
| thenewknew.com | 1 |
| ellecanada.com | 1 |
| skinsort.com | 1 |
| walmart.com | 1 |
| lemon8-app.com | 1 |
| cvs.com | 1 |
| nextbest.one | 1 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Target | 7 |
| Cetaphil (direct) | 4 |
| drugstores | 1 |
| prod | 1 |
| Costco | 1 |
| Sam's Club | 1 |
| Amazon | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.