CeraVe
CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin
A body lotion with salicylic acid, lactic acid, ceramides and hyaluronic acid to smooth rough, bumpy skin on arms, legs, elbows and knees.
- Marketed as fragrance free
- dry skin
Who it's for: Dry skin (brand-listed) · Sold as fragrance free
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 SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin 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 SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin good for dry skin?
The brand lists it for dry skin.
Is the cetearyl alcohol in this formula drying?
No. Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol are fatty alcohols that soften and thicken a formula. They aren't the drying alcohol (ethanol) people try to avoid.
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 9 of the 43 products in Body Creams, Butters & Body Oils with a recorded ingredient list.
What it is
CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin is a body lotion that exfoliates and moisturizes. A dermatologist quoted by CeraVe mentions it for keratosis pilaris, the small bumps often on the upper arms.
Key ingredients
- Salicylic acid and lactic acid: Exfoliants that CeraVe says support skin’s natural shedding.
- Ceramides (NP, AP and EOP): CeraVe says they help restore the skin’s natural barrier and keep moisture in.
- Hyaluronic acid: CeraVe says it helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance.
- MVE delivery technology: CeraVe’s slow-release system, which it says keeps skin hydrated through the day.
How to use
Apply to affected areas only, or as a doctor directs. Don’t apply over a large area of the body.
Who should be careful
It contains an AHA, which can increase sun sensitivity. CeraVe advises sunscreen, protective clothing and limited sun exposure while using it and for a week afterward. Stop if irritation or burning occurs.
What the brand claims
CeraVe says it smooths rough, bumpy skin and is non-comedogenic. The page gives no study figures.
Sources
- https://www.cerave.com/skincare/moisturizers/sa-lotion-for-rough-and-bumpy-skin (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Body Creams, Butters & Body Oils |
|---|---|
| Brand | CeraVe |
| Where to use | Body: legs, elbows, knees and other rough areas |
| Exfoliants | Salicylic acid and lactic acid |
| Free from | CeraVe says free of added fragrance |
| Brand says it suits | dry skin |
| Fragrance | Sold as fragrance free |
| Vegan evidence | Vegan status not confirmed. Evidence and limits |
| Worth knowing | No scent or sensitivity flags recorded |
| Full ingredient list | Aqua / Water / Eau, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum / Mineral Oil / Huile Minerale, Triethanolamine, Salicylic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Ammonium Lactate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Zea Mays Oil / Corn Oil, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Dimethicone, Methylparaben, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholecalciferol, Cholesterol, Disodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum No specific flag recorded Context matters Scent ingredient Sensitivity consideration Linked ingredients are explained in our ingredient glossary. |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
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Common questions
Is it for keratosis pilaris?
A dermatologist quoted by CeraVe mentions it for KP; it is sold for rough, bumpy skin.
Can I use it all over?
CeraVe says not over a large area of the body.
Do I need sunscreen?
Yes. It contains lactic acid, an AHA.