CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin, 16 oz Refill — Hyaluronic Acid & Ceramides

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser is a dermatologist-developed face wash that starts as a moisturizing cream, transforms into a gentle foam, removes makeup and impurities, and helps preserve the skin barrier.

This one-step cleanser is formulated for normal to dry and sensitive skin types and is designed to cleanse without stripping. It contains three essential ceramides to support the skin’s barrier, hyaluronic acid and amino acids to attract and hold moisture, and CeraVe’s patented MVE technology for sustained release of moisturizing ingredients. The fragrance-free, non-comedogenic formula comes in a 16-ounce refill format for home use or to refill an existing dispenser.

How does this cleanser remove makeup without drying my skin?

The product dispenses as a creamy texture that softens and lifts makeup, oil, and sunscreen. When you add water and lather, it converts to a soft foam that rinses clean while leaving moisture-supporting ingredients behind.

• Cream-to-foam action dissolves makeup and debris while remaining gentle.
• Hyaluronic acid and amino acids attract and retain hydration.
• Soap-free, fragrance-free formula avoids harsh stripping agents.
• Non-comedogenic—doesn’t clog pores after makeup removal.

Will this work for dry or sensitive skin?

Yes — the cleanser is formulated specifically to respect dry and sensitive skin’s needs. Ceramides help restore and maintain the skin’s natural lipid barrier while the formula’s skin-identical pH and absence of fragrance reduce irritation risk.

• Contains ceramides 1, 3 and 6-II to support barrier health.
• Paraben-free and soap-free to minimize potential irritants.
• MVE Technology provides gradual moisturizing release for up to 24 hours.
• Suitable for everyday use, morning and night.

How do the active ingredients help my skin’s hydration?

The cleanser combines humectants and barrier lipids to both attract water and lock it into the skin. Hyaluronic acid pulls moisture to the surface while amino acids support the skin’s natural moisturizing factors; ceramides reinforce the barrier so that hydration is retained longer.

• Hyaluronic acid draws and holds surface moisture.
• Amino acids help the skin maintain its naturally occurring water balance.
• Ceramides replenish lipids that keep moisture inside skin cells.
• MVE Technology steadily releases moisturizing ingredients throughout the day.

Is the refill format practical and eco-conscious?

The 16-ounce refill is designed to reduce packaging waste and lower the frequency of replacing smaller bottles. It’s handy for topping up a pump bottle and can be a more economical option for daily face-wash routines.

• Larger volume reduces plastic use compared with multiple small bottles.
• Refillable approach lowers overall cost per ounce for regular use.
• Easy to pour into compatible dispensers at home.
• Ideal for households or anyone with a consistent cleansing routine.

Who is this for: This cleanser is a strong fit for people with normal to dry or sensitive skin who want effective makeup removal and daily cleansing without drying. It’s suitable for anyone seeking a gentle, dermatologist-developed formula that supports the skin barrier, and for shoppers looking to refill an existing pump bottle to reduce waste and save money.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Chloride, PCA, Aspartic Acid, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Glycol Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Oleate, Glycine, Cetaryl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Threonine, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Sodium Lauroyl Lac1ylate, Serine Sodium Benzoate, Valine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Proline, Isoleucine, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Alinine, Phenylalanine, Coconut Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Chlorophensin, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloydimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Histidine, Acrylates/C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyquaternium-53, Polyquaternium-39, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PEG-6 Carylic/Capric Glycerides, CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide (Code F.I.L. N253449/2).