CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Foaming Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
25 of 29 community members would buy it again.
Overall decent
Best cleanser for me, doesn't strip the skin too much
Made my chin and cheeks itch and caused the worst oily skin!
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~7.9–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinatePropanediol~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPeg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesGlycerin~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCeramide np~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCarbomer~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerNiacinamide~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCholesterol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Phytosphingosine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineXanthan gum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Propanediol, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Glycerin, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Tetrasodium edta, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| CeraVeFoaming Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | e.l.f. CosmeticsPure Skin Cleanser | NativeSensitive Facial Cleanser | La Roche-PosayLipikar AP+ Body & Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 76% | 76% |
| Price | $13.68 | — | $10.51−$3.17 | $14.98+$1.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 16 | 3 of 16 | 2 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Panthenol | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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