CeraVecleanserpH 5.5 • $15.49 (473ml)

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser

Gentle non-foaming wash that removes impurities while maintaining the stratum corneum barrier using MVE delivery technology.

Obstetric SafetyPermitted & Safe

Based on ACOG and dermatological consensus, Hydrating Facial Cleanser contains non-systemic epidermal actives considered compatible throughout pregnancy and lactation.

Always confirm with your OB-GYN.
Malassezia (Fungal Acne)⚠ Triggers Detected

Contains lipid triggers: Polysorbate 20.

Safe for pityrosporum folliculitis? No
Viscosity Application OrderStep 1 of 7 • BOTH

Texture: Non-Foaming Lotion Cleanser. Apply strictly in order of thinnest water to thickest cream.

pH: 5.5
Formulation BalancePotent / Active-Heavy

8 Actives • 16 Functional • 0 Watchlist

24 Total Ingredients

Layering Protocol: What NOT to Mix With This Bottle

Avoid Concurrent Application With:

No direct molecular contraindications documented. Compatible with standard active regimens.

Recommended Synergistic Pairings:
  • ✓All active treatments
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Full INCI Ingredient Declaration

Decoded using Miko's pharmacological database (24 ingredients detected).

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Purified Water (Aqua)(Aqua / Water / Eau)Base & Solvent

Deionized, ultra-purified solvent that serves as the delivery vehicle for hydrophilic actives and humectants.

neutralPore: 0/5
GlycerinHumectant

Master humectant that coordinates with cutaneous aquaporin-3 channels to maintain physiological stratum corneum hydration and plasticity.

goodPore: 0/5
Fatty Alcohol (Emollient / Emulsifier)(Cetearyl Alcohol)Emulsifier & Texture

Non-drying, lipid-rich fatty alcohols that stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and provide a velvety finish. Not related to drying simple alcohols.

neutralPore: 2/5
Peg-40 StearateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Fatty Alcohol (Emollient / Emulsifier)(Stearyl Alcohol)Emulsifier & Texture

Non-drying, lipid-rich fatty alcohols that stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and provide a velvety finish. Not related to drying simple alcohols.

neutralPore: 2/5
Potassium PhosphateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)(Ceramide NP)Barrier & Lipid

Essential epidermal waxy lipids making up 50% of the skin's intercellular mortar. Halts transepidermal water loss and desquamation.

goodPore: 0/5
Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)(Ceramide AP)Barrier & Lipid

Essential epidermal waxy lipids making up 50% of the skin's intercellular mortar. Halts transepidermal water loss and desquamation.

goodPore: 0/5
Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)(Ceramide EOP)Barrier & Lipid

Essential epidermal waxy lipids making up 50% of the skin's intercellular mortar. Halts transepidermal water loss and desquamation.

goodPore: 0/5
Rheology Modifier / Gelling Agent(Carbomer)Emulsifier & Texture

Synthetic or fermentation-derived thickener that gives serums and gels their characteristic slip and prevents formula separation.

neutralPore: 0/5
Glyceryl StearateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Behentrimonium MethosulfateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Sodium Lauroyl LactylateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Hyaluronic Acid / Sodium Hyaluronate(Sodium Hyaluronate)Humectant

Endogenous glycosaminoglycan that captures water molecules and plumps fine surface dehydration lines in the stratum corneum.

goodPore: 0/5
CholesterolBarrier & Lipid

Crucial component of the natural 3:1:1 skin lipid matrix. Maintains lipid fluidity and elasticity in dry, compromised skin.

goodPore: 0/5
Broad-Spectrum Preservative System(Phenoxyethanol)Preservative & Chelator

Essential preservation agent preventing dangerous Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, and mold growth in aqueous skincare formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Chelating Agent(Disodium EDTA)Preservative & Chelator

Sequesters trace mineral ions from water supplies, preventing formula rancidity and preserving active stability.

neutralPore: 0/5
Dipotassium PhosphateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)(Tocopherol)Antioxidant

Shields stratum corneum lipid bilayers from lipid peroxidation and synergizes directly with Vitamin C to regenerate antioxidant capacity.

goodPore: 2/5
Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)(Phytosphingosine)Barrier & Lipid

Essential epidermal waxy lipids making up 50% of the skin's intercellular mortar. Halts transepidermal water loss and desquamation.

goodPore: 0/5
Rheology Modifier / Gelling Agent(Xanthan Gum)Emulsifier & Texture

Synthetic or fermentation-derived thickener that gives serums and gels their characteristic slip and prevents formula separation.

neutralPore: 0/5
Fatty Alcohol (Emollient / Emulsifier)(Cetyl Alcohol)Emulsifier & Texture

Non-drying, lipid-rich fatty alcohols that stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and provide a velvety finish. Not related to drying simple alcohols.

neutralPore: 2/5
Polysorbate (Emulsifier)(Polysorbate 20)Emulsifier & Texture

Standard cosmetic solubilizer. Chemically contains fatty acid chains that feed Malassezia yeast in fungal-acne-prone profiles.

neutralPore: 1/5
Broad-Spectrum Preservative System(Ethylhexylglycerin)Preservative & Chelator

Essential preservation agent preventing dangerous Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, and mold growth in aqueous skincare formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
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