
About this product
A foaming gel cleanser designed for normal to oily skin, formulated with ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to remove excess oil and impurities while supporting the skin barrier.
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Full ingredients
Purified Water, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide 1, Hyaluronic Acid, Cholesterol, Polyoxyl 40 Stearate, Glyceryl Monostearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Phosphate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Phytosphingosine, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum
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16 experts · Strong agreementWhat the gurus are saying
The foam cuts through oil effectively without leaving skin feeling stripped or tight, making it a standout pick for oily and combination skin types. Gurus praise the ceramide and niacinamide blend for cleansing while protecting the skin barrier, and note it works gently enough for sensitive skin too. One expert found it unremarkable compared to similar products, but the overwhelming consensus is that it's a reliable, affordable workhorse, especially strong as a morning cleanser or second step, though makeup remover may be needed first for heavy makeup or sunscreen.
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A foaming gel cleanser designed for normal to oily skin, formulated with ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to remove excess oil and impurities while supporting the skin barrier.
Yes. All 16 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 82%.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser holds a Guru Score of 82%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 16 independent expert reviewers we have collected.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is generally suited to oily skin, combination skin and acne-prone skin.
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