
About this product
A lightweight daytime facial moisturizer with broad-spectrum SPF 30 that combines hydration and sun protection in one step, formulated with ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid.
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Homosalate (10%), Octinoxate (5%), Octocrylene (2%), Zinc Oxide (8%), Water, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, BHT, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Benzoic Acid
Guru Score
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6 experts · Strong agreementWhat the gurus are saying
This hybrid sunscreen's thicker texture requires a bit of work to blend in and can leave a slight white cast, especially on deeper skin tones, but gurus consistently recommend it as a solid starter sunscreen for daily use. The niacinamide and ceramide blend supports hydration and the skin barrier, making it particularly popular with those using drying acne medications. Since it is not water resistant, it works best as a daily indoor moisturizer with SPF rather than for extended sun exposure.
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A lightweight daytime facial moisturizer with broad-spectrum SPF 30 that combines hydration and sun protection in one step, formulated with ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid.
The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 74%.
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 holds a Guru Score of 74%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 6 independent expert reviewers we have collected.
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 is generally suited to dry skin, normal skin and sensitive skin.
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