Hydrating Facial Cleanser — Reddit Reviews
by CeraVe
Updated August 19, 2026
Ceramides and hyaluronic acid cleanser supports dry, sensitive skin; may clog pores.
What the community says
This non-foaming lotion cleanser is designed for dry to sensitive skin, aiming to hydrate while gently removing dirt. It’s widely used during barrier repair but can leave a film that traps dead skin cells and worsens congestion. Not ideal for oily or acne-prone skin that needs deep cleansing.
What this means for you
Backed by 29 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/AsianBeauty and 3 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Gentle, non-foaming lotion texture with ceramides and hyaluronic acid
- Effective at preventing dryness and repairing skin barrier
- Widely recommended for sensitive and eczema-prone skin
Watch out for
- Lotiony texture may leave residue and feel greasy
- Can cause clogged pores and acne in some users
- May sting or burn if skin barrier is compromised
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Real Reddit threads — 881 mentions across 29 threads
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser on Reddit, in one place — 29 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/AsianBeauty and 3 more, summarized.
“You can start using gentle facial cleansers (cerave, cetaphil)”
Mentioned
“i used to use cerave cleanser, azealic acid, and cerave PM moisturizer.”
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“I guess that should be hold for now?”
Mentioned
“Cerave Hydrating facial cleanser”
Positive
“But switching to Cerave hydrating wash from Cetaphil made my skin less irritated & less prone to breakouts.”
Positive
“Personally, I felt the hydrating cleanser was more hydrating. It helped ease irritation brought about by the tazorac.”
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“morning * cerave hydrating facial cleanser”
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“evening * cerave hydrating facial cleanser”
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“my routine for dermarolling: wash my face with my normal cleanser (listed below), dermaroll”
Positive
“- Wash my face with Cerave hydrating cleanser (did you expect anything else?😋)”
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“So here is my really BASIC routine:”
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“✨AM✨”
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“AM: Cerave hydrating cleanser, drop of Hada Labo premium”
Positive
“Routine (cleanse + toner + moisturize +/- SPF, I rarely use actives due to sensitivity)”
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“AM: Cerave hydrating cleanser, drop of Hada Labo premium (it spreads really well)”
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“I used to use CeraVe Hydrating cleanser for years and I don't think it did anything for me.”
Cautionary
“Rinsing in the AM, and Dove in the PM works for me.”
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“I had the bright idea to do skincare while I watch videos about an hour before I actually go to bed...”
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