What the community says
Pros
- Ceramide-packed formula supports skin barrier repair
- Fragrance-free and compatible with tretinoin layering
- Good value for a heavy-duty moisturizer, lasts months even with frequent use
Cons
- Heavy, occlusive texture can pill under makeup and feel greasy
- Frequently causes breakouts or clogged pores, especially in acne-prone users
- Some report stinging or burning sensation, particularly on sensitive or tretinoin-treated skin
Product details
Key Ingredients
Use caution
Commonly Used With
Where to buy
Available on Amazon
From the threads
Source threads
r/SkincareAddictionMentioned
10.4k pts · 73 comments
“I didn’t realize the Cerave came in a giant tube size.”
“Bioderma Sensibio Micellar water, CeraVe and weleda moisturizer!!!!!”
“This person really sent amazing goodies”
r/30PlusSkinCareIn routine
4k pts · 185 comments
“Moisturizer: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream”
“Hydrates and repairs the skin barrier overnight.”
“Wait 10-20 minutes after tretinoin application before applying moisturizer.”
r/SkincareAddictionDidn't work
2.6k pts · 371 comments
“CeraVe *destroyed* my skin, but so many people live and recommend it.”
“Yeah this just vindicates my boring CeraVe moisturizer choice. If it's not broken, why change it?”
“Seconding the CeraVe wrecking skin--I had the *worst* breakouts during the few weeks I tried it.”
r/tretinoinIn routine
2.3k pts · 66 comments
“thank god for cerave cream and skinceuticals cream”
“i peeled a lot when i used tret with just a moisturizer”
“thank god for cerave cream”
r/tretinoinIn routine
2k pts · 61 comments
“Wash my face with a gentle cleanser like Cetaphil or CeraVe.”
“CeraVe”