CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser

• The formula includes ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide—ingredients that help maintain moisture balance, support barrier integrity, and calm the skin 
• Gentle in action: non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, allergy-tested, and designed not to overdry the skin 
• Achieves Cradle to Cradle Silver certification, reflecting responsible and sustainable product design 

How to Use

1. Wet face and hands with lukewarm water.
2. Massage a small amount into skin in gentle circular motions to activate the foam.
3. Rinse thoroughly and gently pat dry.
   Use morning and evening, as the first step in your skincare routine 

✨ Expert & Media Recognition

• Highlighted by InStyle, Vogue, and Health as a top drugstore cleanser for oily or combination skin—praised for its blend of oil control and hydration without stripping the barrier 
• Byrdie includes it among essential CeraVe products, noting its dermatologist­-developed formula combining ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid for barrier support and gentle cleansing 

🗣️ Community Feedback (Reddit Highlights)

✅ Positive

• Users with oily or combo skin generally report:

  “It cleanses well… doesn’t cause breakouts… leaves skin feeling fresh and plump without stripping too much oil.” 

• One user stated:

  “It’s really good. Doesn’t dry out the skin. Just go for it.”

⚠️ Cautions

• Some users—especially those with dry or sensitive skin—have reported tightness, dryness, or white patches after washing:

  “My skin has been super dry after washing… skin is incredibly tight and … white dry patches …” 

• A few noted breakouts or increased oil production hours later, possibly from barrier disruption:

  “After a few hours my skin becomes dry and even more oily.” 
  “I noticed a small bump… big pimple… stopped using it since then.” 

• Others found the formula inconsistent or irritating, especially in newer batches, often advising a switch to the Hydrating Cleanser