CeraVe reviews and discussion

4.6

89% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Gentle, dermatologist-backed formulations
  • Fragrance-free, sensitive-skin options
  • Hydrating, ceramide-rich moisturizers
  • Effective, acne-calming cleansers
  • Occasional heavy, comedogenic creams
  • Drying, under-foaming cleansers
  • Irritating, oily-feeling sunscreens
  • Inconsistent texture and finish

CeraVe earns strong reviews as a gentle, dermatologist-recommended line that effectively hydrates, calms acne, and supports sensitive skin—especially through staples like the Hydrating Cleanser, Foaming Facial Cleanser, Moisturizing Cream, AM/PM Facial Moisturizing Lotions, and Healing Ointment. Reviews also flag drawbacks: some moisturizers feel heavy or cause breakouts, certain cleansers can be drying or under-cleanse, SPFs can irritate or feel oily, and concerns arise over non–cruelty-free status and perceived harsh or endocrine-disrupting filters in some sunscreens.

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290 reviews and posts

  • I love how effective and gentle they are on my skin. The face products, especially the cleansers and moisturizers, keep my skin hydrated and clear without causing any irritation. The body lotions and creams are equally impressive. CeraVe’s use of essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid really sets their products apart. They offer fantastic quality at an affordable price.

  • A couple of years ago my skin broke out, so I needed to reconstruct my skincare routine and I needed new products. The first product that I had seen all over my TikTok feed was CeraVe, and I decided to test it out. I can honestly say, after that day, I never searched for another cleanser. It is not stripping at all, it is super moisturizing, and there are a variety of products that can suit your skin's needs. I love CeraVe!!!!

  • Loved Cera Ve, absolutely incredible skincare.

  • I used the tub of moisturizer. It is perfect for hydrating skin but not leaving it sticky. The price is excellent for what you get and there is no over the top odd smell. It doesn’t feel luxury or spa like but does what it says and well for a great price.

  • All of the creams I have used are very light, no scents (which I love), very easy to apply rapidly and does not leave any parts of the face white. Actually leaves skin very smooth.

  • The facial moisturizing cleanser and cream are the best from the range, good for dry sensitive skin. The best fragrance free and affected products in the market.

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  • The face wash dried my face out to a point of irritation.

  • I've been using the salylic face wash for the past two months and I have to say it definitely does what it promises. Helping with old age acne while leaving my skin with moisture. I plan on incorporating their other products especially now since my skin is aging.

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  • The cream is my holy grail moisturizer. I can’t be without it! It has helped clear up my eczema and maintaining my skin.

  • CeraVe is a great brand that is gentle, fragrance free, and contains essential nourishing ingredients that can help rescue skin and keep it hydrated. All of the products I have tried seem to be formulated well and I hope they continue to make more products. I do think some products could use improved directions like the cream to foam cleanser but overall this brand is a good/safe brand for sensitive skin.

  • I have been using the SA cleanser for years now and I love it. Very dependable products!!

  • cerave did not go well with me for my skin for some reasons. But I can honestly say that their gentle cleanser is amazing to skin really smoothen my skin and help my acne calm .

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  • It's a solid brand that can work for anyone. It's just not a fun skincare brand! I don't really enough or have fun putting it on. To me skincare is self-care and CeraVe makes it boring and like a chore.

  • This is the only drug store moisturizer I recommend to patients. What else is there to say?

  • Love all the face washes for any type of skin.

  • Great cleanser for every day sensitive skin, no strong smell and nice texture

  • Cerave is a brand that contains ceramics which helps our skin barrier to heal, There creams are heavy. Personally, I use cerave to moisturize my body not my face because I feel like It's too much on my skin to the point it makes it feel itchy and allergic but for my body i think it is a perfect fit . P

  • As someone who suffers from extremely sensitive skin, I love using CeraVe, I always have a bottle of daily moisturizer around the house for my entire family to use. Great product.