CeraVe
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
A gel-based foaming face wash for normal to oily skin with ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid; CeraVe claims 12-hour oil control.
- Ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid
- normal skin
- oily skin
Who it's for: Oily and normal skin (brand-listed)
Skip it if you avoid parabens: it lists METHYLPARABEN and PROPYLPARABEN.
- No scent flags recorded
- No sensitivity flags recorded
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Label answers before you buy
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Is CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser fragrance-free?
No fragrance-free claim has been recorded. The ingredient list hasn't been reviewed as a complete formula, so we can't confirm it has no scent ingredients.
Does the formula list niacinamide?
Yes. The label lists NIACINAMIDE.
Ingredient-origin notes (not vegan warnings)
- GLYCERIN: The name does not establish the feedstock. Plant, animal or synthetic sourcing requires supplier or manufacturer evidence. Origin reference
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How it compares
- Its label lists no scent ingredients, which is true of 24 of the 51 products in Gel, Foam & Cream Facial Cleansers with a recorded ingredient list.
What it is
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is a gel-based face wash for normal to oily skin. It’s a straightforward everyday wash if you get shiny by midday.
Key ingredients
- Ceramides (NP, AP and EOP): CeraVe says they help restore the skin’s natural barrier, keeping moisture in.
- Hyaluronic acid: Listed as sodium hyaluronate; CeraVe says it supports moisture balance.
- Niacinamide: CeraVe says it may help calm skin and reduce water loss.
How to use
Wet your face with lukewarm water, massage the cleanser in gentle circles until it foams, then rinse and pat dry.
Who should be careful
The ingredient list includes methylparaben and propylparaben. The page we checked doesn’t make a fragrance-free claim, though no fragrance appears on the recorded list.
What the brand claims
CeraVe says it removes dirt, makeup and excess oil for 12-hour oil control without leaving skin dry or tight. The page doesn’t describe how the 12-hour figure was measured.
Sources
- https://www.cerave.com/skincare/cleansers/foaming-facial-cleanser (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
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Common questions
Which skin types is it for?
Normal to oily skin.
Does it contain parabens?
Yes. The label lists methylparaben and propylparaben.
Does it lather?
Yes. It is a gel that foams on wet skin.