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CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser vs Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam: which is better?
Both are foaming cleansers, but Reddit favors different strengths: CeraVe for oily, acne-prone skin; Skin1004 for a gentler, less squeaky cleanse.
The quick answer
Depends what you need
- Rated higher: Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam — 85 vs 68 nextscore
- More reviewed: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser — 199 vs 60 verdicts
CeraVe suits oily or acne-prone skin better, while Skin1004 fits people who want a gentler, less squeaky foaming cleanse.
Choose CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser if
- you have oily or combo skin
- you want a basic barrier-supporting cleanse
Choose Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam if
- you want a scent-free, gentler foam
- you prefer a cleaner finish without squeak
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At a glance
| CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser | Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam |
|---|---|
| $0.05/ml | $0.08/ml |
| 68 · 199 verdicts | 85 · 60 verdicts |
| Niacinamide, Ceramides | Centella/Cica |
What Reddit says
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
What Reddit likes
- Foams up and rinses clean
- Niacinamide plus ceramides for a basic barrier-supporting cleanse
- Works well on oily or combo skin
Watch out for
- Can feel drying or tight fast
- Breaks out some acne-prone and sensitive users
- Rosacea and eczema folks report stinging or flare-ups
Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam
What Reddit likes
- Centella-forward, no scent
- Foams well without the squeaky finish
- Works as a second cleanse or morning wash
Watch out for
- Can feel harsh on dry or dehydrated skin
- Some acne-prone users break out or flare
- Not great for a compromised barrier
Compare full ingredient lists · 6 in common
In both · 6
- Aqua / Water / Eau
- Glycerin
- Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
- Sodium Chloride
- Disodium EDTA
- Citric Acid
Only in CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser · 18
- Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
- Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
- Niacinamide
- PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
- Propylene Glycol
- Ceramide Np
- Ceramide Ap
- Ceramide Eop
- Carbomer
- Methylparaben
- Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
- Cholesterol
- Propylparaben
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- Phytosphingosine
- Xanthan Gum
Only in Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam · 17
- Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
- Coco-Betaine
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Potassium Cocoate
- Potassium Benzoate
- Polyquaternium-67
- Butylene Glycol
- Dextrin
- Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract
- Sodium Acetate
- Sodium Bicarbonate
- Coptis Chinensis Root Extract
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
- Eclipta Prostrata Extract