CeraVe Foaming Cleanser
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WORKS FOR
- Cleansing
KEY INGREDIENTS
- niacinamide
- ceramide eop
- phytosphingosine
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FULFILLED
FULFILLED
100
/100

IRRITANCY
LOW
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This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, carbomer, cholesterol, coco-betaine, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-betaine
Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
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Potential irritants

IRRITANCY
LOW
Ingredient | Irritancy | Skin Benefit |
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coco-betaine | ||
propylene glycol | ||
sodium cocoyl glycinate |
Ingredients by volume
Ingredient | Estimated concentration |
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Plain old water
| 40% - 60% |
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
| 4.1% - 6.2% |
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
| 4.6% - 6.9% |
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Scientific Sources
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