CeraVe
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Lotion
A fragrance-free mineral SPF 30 face lotion with titanium dioxide 6% and zinc oxide 5%, plus ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
- Marketed as fragrance free
- oily skin
- dry skin
- combination skin
- sensitive skin
- normal skin
Who it's for: All skin types (brand-listed) · Sold as fragrance free
- No scent flags recorded
- No sensitivity flags recorded
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Label answers before you buy
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Is CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Lotion fragrance-free?
The brand markets it as fragrance free. The ingredient list hasn't been reviewed as a complete formula, so we can't confirm it has no scent ingredients.
Is CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Lotion suitable for all skin types?
The brand lists it for all skin types. It is sold as fragrance free.
Is the cetearyl alcohol in this formula drying?
No. Cetearyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol that softens and thickens a formula. It isn't the drying alcohol (ethanol) people try to avoid.
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 16 of the 31 products in Daily Sunscreens & SPF Moisturizers with a recorded ingredient list.
What it is
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Lotion is a mineral-only sunscreen for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
Key ingredients
- Titanium dioxide 6% and zinc oxide 5%: Mineral filters for broad-spectrum protection.
- Ceramides (NP, AP and EOP): CeraVe says they help restore the skin’s natural barrier and keep moisture in.
- Niacinamide: CeraVe says it may help calm skin and reduce water loss.
- Hyaluronic acid: CeraVe says it helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance.
How to use
Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every two hours and right after towel drying.
Who should be careful
Mineral filters can leave a white cast, which CeraVe acknowledges. No water resistance is stated, so choose a water-resistant sunscreen for swimming or sweating. Ask a doctor before using on babies under 6 months.
What the brand claims
CeraVe says it’s oil free, non-comedogenic and allergy tested, and it carries the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Daily Use Seal.
Sources
- https://www.cerave.com/sunscreen/face/hydrating-mineral-sunscreen-face-lotion-spf-30 (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
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Common questions
Is it a mineral sunscreen?
Yes, titanium dioxide 6% and zinc oxide 5%.
Is it water resistant?
CeraVe doesn't say so.
Will it leave a white cast?
It can; CeraVe notes mineral sunscreens sometimes do.