CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser — 4% Benzoyl Peroxide, Cream-to-Foam Hydrating Formula

CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser is a cream-to-foam face wash with 4% benzoyl peroxide that cleanses, helps clear active breakouts, and supports the skin barrier.

This dermatologist-developed cleanser combines an acne-fighting concentration of benzoyl peroxide with barrier-supporting ingredients so you can treat blemishes without overly drying skin. The formula begins as a creamy texture that transforms into a cleansing foam, removing oil, makeup residue, and pore-clogging debris while delivering ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to help maintain hydration and calm skin.

How does this cleanser help reduce breakouts?

The 4% benzoyl peroxide in this wash works on the skin surface and within pores to target factors that contribute to acne. Regular use helps clear existing pimples and can reduce the likelihood of new lesions when used consistently as part of your routine.

• 4% benzoyl peroxide targets acne-causing bacteria and excess oil.
• Cream-to-foam action lifts dirt and makeup for deeper pore cleansing.
• Non-comedogenic formula avoids clogging pores while treating blemishes.

Will this cleanser dry out or irritate my skin?

The formula is designed to be effective without excessive dryness—ceramides help restore the skin barrier while hyaluronic acid attracts moisture. Niacinamide adds soothing support, making the wash suitable for skin types that can be sensitive to acne actives.

• Ceramides 1, 3, 6-II support barrier repair to reduce moisture loss.
• Hyaluronic acid helps retain hydration at the skin’s surface.
• Niacinamide helps calm skin and reduce visible redness from irritation.

How should I use this every day for best results?

Use as part of a daily cleansing routine—apply to damp skin, lather briefly, then rinse thoroughly. Start with once daily if you’re new to benzoyl peroxide and increase to morning and/or evening as tolerated; follow with moisturizer and sunscreen during daytime.

• Apply to damp skin, massage into a foam, rinse well.
• Begin with nightly use, then adjust frequency based on skin tolerance.
• Follow with a non-comedogenic moisturizer and broad-spectrum SPF in the morning.

What additional benefits do the active and supporting ingredients provide?

Beyond acne control, the supporting ingredients address hydration and barrier health so treatment doesn’t leave skin feeling stripped. The scent-free, paraben-free formula minimizes unnecessary additives that can aggravate sensitive or reactive skin.

• Fragrance-free and paraben-free to reduce irritation risks.
• Non-comedogenic formulation suitable for acne-prone skin.
• Developed with dermatologists to balance efficacy and tolerability.

Who is this for: This cleanser is intended for people with mild to moderate acne who want an effective benzoyl peroxide treatment that also cares for moisture and barrier function. It’s a solid option for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin types, and can be used by those with sensitivity when introduced gradually. If you have severe cystic acne or are using other prescription topical treatments, check with a dermatologist to create a coordinated plan.

Ingredients

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: BENZOYL PEROXIDE 4% INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE, XANTHAN GUM, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, NIACINAMIDE, GLYCOLIC ACID, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, CHOLESTEROL, PHENOXYETHANOL, PROPANEDIOL, CITRIC ACID, TETRASODIUM EDTA, DIETHYLHEXYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, BENZOIC ACID