Allow us to take a moment to hail one of our favorite skincare brands, CeraVe. The company was founded in 2005 after experts noted that conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and dry skin all had one thing in common: a compromised skin barrier. The brand’s claim to fame lies in its combination of three essential ceramides (lipids that build and maintain your skin) with a revolutionary MultiVesicular Emulsion Technology (MVE) delivery system that works to restore the skin’s natural protective barriers. Today, CeraVe is one of the top dermatologist-recommended skincare brands, featuring a range of products for sensitive, oily, acne-prone, dry, and damaged skin. Here, we present three of CeraVe’s best-selling products – and why we (and users worldwide) love them.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($14.24, shop here)
This gentle cleanser has over 78,000 Amazon ratings – with an average score of 4.5 stars! It can remove makeup, dirt, and excess oil while providing 24-hour hydration without a greasy feel. One Amazon customer said, “Because I have oily skin, I used to avoid overly hydrating skin care products. Turns out that was a mistake. Now that I’m treating my skin in a more gentle manner, my oil production has significantly decreased, and my overall skin health is much better. I didn’t realize how dehydrated my skin actually was due to all the oil I was producing. I’m WAY less oily now!”
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 ($11.87, shop here)
This morning-specific moisturizer delivers the hydration you need alongside the SPF that will shield your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. It spreads easily, absorbs quickly, and leaves a non-greasy finish. It should be applied daily as the last step of a morning skincare routine, placed over eye creams and serums. “It does not irritate my sensitive skin, but it’s made my face noticeably softer,” said one Amazon reviewer. “It also absorbs rather quickly so that I can wear foundation over it without feeling too greasy. I’ve tried more expensive moisturizers, but I much prefer this product, and I trust this brand.”
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream ($19.50, shop here)
This CeraVe product delivers 24 hours of hydration with just one application. It has a rich texture that is easily absorbed by the skin and leaves it feeling soft and smooth. One reviewer said, “I have extremely dry skin that’s also acne-prone and sensitive. That’s a tough combination to treat because most products that heavily moisturize also cause acne. This lotion is by far the best I’ve used! I can slather it on as much as I want without any irritation or acne, and it soaks right in and soothes my dry skin.”
With a wide range of skin-friendly, dermatologist-recommended products, it’s no surprise that CeraVe gathers plenty of raving reviews. And the best news: You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on its products: It’s available at most major drugstores and supermarkets.