CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin, 8 fl oz — Gel-to-Foam, Hyaluronic Acid & Niacinamide

CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is a gel-to-foam daily face wash formulated to remove excess oil and cleanse without stripping the skin’s protective barrier.

This dermatologist-developed cleanser combines three essential ceramides with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to cleanse normal to oily skin gently. The clear gel dispenses easily and lathers into a soft foam that lifts away dirt, oil, and light makeup while leaving skin feeling balanced, not tight. Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, it’s designed for everyday use morning and night and can be used on the face, and where appropriate, the body or hands.

How does this cleanser control oil without over-drying?

The formula focuses on removing excess sebum while preserving the skin’s lipid barrier. Ceramides support barrier integrity so moisture is retained, hyaluronic acid attracts and holds water, and niacinamide helps soothe and normalize skin’s surface.

• Gel-to-foam texture that cleanses without harsh stripping
• Three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) to reinforce the barrier
• Hyaluronic acid improves surface hydration after rinsing
• Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic to reduce irritation and clogged pores

Will it remove makeup and sunscreen effectively?

This foaming face wash removes everyday makeup, light sunscreen, and surface impurities when used with gentle massaging and rinsing. For heavier or waterproof makeup, pair it with an oil-based or micellar pre-cleanse for thorough removal.

• Works well as a single-step cleanser for light makeup
• Use after an oil or balm cleanser for heavy or waterproof products
• Rinse with lukewarm water to avoid over-drying

Is this suitable for sensitive or acne-prone oily skin?

Formulated to be non-irritating and non-drying, the cleanser is appropriate for many people with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who need gentle oil control. Because it’s fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, it minimizes common triggers for sensitivity and breakouts, though individual tolerance varies.

• Niacinamide helps calm the skin’s appearance
• No added fragrance to reduce irritation risk
• Non-comedogenic formulation helps avoid pore-clogging

How should I use this face wash in my routine?

Use a small pump of the gel on damp skin, massage into a lather, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Follow with a lightweight moisturizer and sunscreen in the morning, and a restorative product at night if desired.

• Recommended for AM and PM cleansing for normal to oily skin
• Can be used on face, and where appropriate, body or hands
• Follow with moisturizer to maintain hydration and barrier function

Who is this for: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is aimed at people with normal to oily skin who want a gentle, dermatologist-developed daily cleanser that removes oil and light makeup without stripping the skin. It’s a practical choice for anyone seeking a fragrance-free, non-comedogenic option that supports the skin’s natural barrier, including those with combination or acne-prone skin looking to maintain hydration and reduce excess shine.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, GLYCERIN, SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE, PEG-150 PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE, NIACINAMIDE, PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES, SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLESTEROL, DISODIUM EDTA, PROPYLPARABEN, CITRIC ACID, TETRASODIUM EDTA, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHAN GUM