CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin — 16 oz, Gel-to-Foam Oil Control with Ceramides & Hyaluronic Acid

CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is a gentle, gel-to-foam daily face wash formulated to remove excess oil and makeup while supporting the skin’s protective barrier.

Developed with dermatologists, this fragrance-free cleanser combines three skin-identical ceramides with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to cleanse without stripping moisture. The clear gel dispenses easily, foams when lathered, and rinses clean—making it a practical choice for normal to oily skin types that need effective oil control and barrier support.

How does this cleanser control oil without drying my skin?

The formula targets surface oils and impurities while leaving skin feeling balanced rather than tight. Instead of harsh surfactants, it uses a gentle foaming base plus ceramides and hyaluronic acid to preserve hydration during cleansing.

• Gel-to-foam texture lifts oil and makeup without aggressive stripping
• Three essential ceramides help maintain the skin’s natural barrier
• Hyaluronic acid attracts and retains moisture at the skin surface
• Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic to reduce irritation and clogged pores

Will this work for acne-prone or sensitive oily skin?

While not an acne treatment, this non-irritating cleanser is formulated to be gentle on sensitized or breakout-prone skin. Niacinamide helps calm the skin’s appearance while the lightweight foam clears excess oil and debris.

• Non-irritating formula designed for daily morning and evening use
• Removes dirt, oil, and light makeup without harsh exfoliants
• Non-comedogenic—minimizes the chance of pore-clogging

How should I incorporate this into my skincare routine?

Use it as your primary cleanser in AM and PM to remove surface oil and impurities. Apply to damp skin, work into a lather, rinse thoroughly, and follow with serums or moisturizers tailored to your skin needs.

• Morning: cleanse, apply antioxidant or lightweight moisturizer
• Evening: remove sunscreen/makeup, cleanse, then treat with targeted products
• Also suitable as a gentle body or hand wash when needed

What key ingredients make this effective?

The product blends barrier-supporting and hydrating actives with a gentle cleansing base to balance oil control and moisture retention. Ingredients are selected to be skin-friendly and suitable for frequent use.

• Ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) to support and replenish skin lipids
• Hyaluronic acid to draw moisture to the skin surface
• Niacinamide to help calm the skin’s appearance and support barrier repair

Who is this for: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is aimed at people with normal to oily or combination skin who want a daily, fragrance-free wash that clears excess oil and light makeup without compromising skin hydration. It suits those seeking dermatologist-developed, non-comedogenic care and anyone who prefers a mild foaming experience for face, hands, or body.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, GLYCERIN, SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE, PEG-150 PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE, NIACINAMIDE, PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES, SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLESTEROL, DISODIUM EDTA, PROPYLPARABEN, CITRIC ACID, TETRASODIUM EDTA, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHAN GUM