CeraVe Oil Control Gentle Scalp Care Shampoo - 12 fl oz
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Guests are saying
This shampoo is highly effective for guests struggling with oily hair and scalp issues. Many guests report significant improvements in oil control, allowing them to extend the time between washes. The formula is gentle, lathers well, and leaves hair feeling clean and manageable without stripping moisture. Guests appreciate its lightweight texture and the absence of strong fragrances, making it suitable for sensitive scalps. Overall, it has become a staple in many hair care routines.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.7 out of 5 stars with 971 reviews
quality: 4.56 out of 5
value: 4.63 out of 5
82% would recommend
17 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
1 November, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Made my scalp super itchy. The itchiness immediately stopped once I switched shampoos
From Cerave Product Expert team
Hi H. Thank you for reaching out to CeraVe. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Oil Control Gentle Scalp Care Shampoo. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915, M- F, 9am - 5:30pm, ET and let us know you contacted us through a review. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call, as well as providing the agent with your username. Looking forward to speaking with you.
3 days ago
5 out of 5 stars
27 October, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Great for normal hair too!
This shampoo is one of my favorite CeraVe products! You don't have to have oily hair to benefit from it. It's good for normal hair too. My hair is fine, dense, and low porosity, so many shampoos make it feel coated, but not this one. This makes my hair feel clean but not heavy. My city has hard water, and this shampoo works better in that than most as well. I appreciate that this has no fragrance at all. Highly recommend!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
21 October, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Does not work well
3 out of 5 stars
9 October, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Made my hair even flakier. Wouldn’t buy again
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 October, 2026Verified purchase
Not Effective
Way too heavy for my fine hair and did not notice a difference in my oily hair. Great value though, so worth the try! Would not recommend for fine hair.
From Cerave Product Expert team
Hello areilly, Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Oil Control Gentle Scalp Care Shampoo - 12 fl oz. We're sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand how we can improve. We will be sure to pass your comments along to the appropriate departments. Thank you for trying CeraVe.
1 month ago
5 out of 5 stars
1 October, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Best of the best
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of the products out there this one is the best and highly recommended for people that have hair issues. Overall the lathering of the shampoo makes it feel elegant, and also it's scent isn't to strong but feels natural.
4 out of 5 stars
17 September, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Great oil control, doesn't dry out my scalp
I have normal to oily hair and my roots usually get greasy by the second day. This shampoo actually keeps my scalp feeling clean for almost three days now, which is a first for me. It lathers well without stripping my hair completely dry, and my scalp doesn't feel tight or itchy afterward like some other oil-control shampoos I've tried. The scent is light and doesn't linger. I do need to follow up with a good conditioner since the ends can feel a little rough otherwise, but overall this has become part of my regular routine.
5 out of 5 stars
14 September, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Oil control!
I love this shampoo! I have fine, thin hair that tends to get oily very quickly. I was needing to wash my hair sometimes daily or at least every other day. Since I’ve started using this shampoo, I can sometimes make it to three days before needing to wash again. It leaves my hair, soft and shiny, and I don’t even have to use a conditioner to get a brush through it. It lathers and rinses well and does not leave any residue on my hair. My hair feels truly clean, soft and manageable. 
5 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Love ❤️ everything
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the product make my skin shine and soft overall I love it so much I use it for my face to make my scalp shine and soft overall love it 😍 ❤️❤️❤️❤️
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
4 September, 2026Verified purchase
Helpful addition to my routine!
Seriously been struggling with scalp issues and was DESPERATE. Found this in addition to another shampoo that is harsh so can’t be used every day. This is great for those in-between days, and I do think both together are effective in getting my scalp healthier! The scent doesn’t bother me and no opinion on the ingredients!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
29 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
I was using hydrating shampoos and conditioners including the cerave line since I have loosely curly, dry hair. I found myself going from washing every 3 days to everyday somehow, because my scalp felt so oily and itchy on day 2. Wash days for curly hair are such a pain. I was afraid that this would be very stripping but it wasn't. Yes it's more drying than the hydrating line, and the conditioner is not as moisturizing, but even when I was using clarifying shampoos, I still couldn't go an additional day. I can get away with washing every 2 days now, with an additional one in the case of an emergency (but with a hat). The itching and the pain from heavy oils/sebum went away. The downside is that my curls are less defined. This line is silicone free (the hydrating one is not), but it also has less slip. Oh well. I think the trade off is worth it to me at this time.
5 out of 5 stars
27 August, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Great Scent, Decreases Oil on Scalp
I had to start on this shampoo because my scalp has been so oily this summer and so far I’m very impressed! I’ve noticed a decrease in oiliness so it definitely does its job. The scent is great and definitely leaves my hair smelling fresh and clean. The price is great as well and makes it affordable to keep treating my scalp!
5 out of 5 stars
25 August, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like this shampoo because it makes my hair feel clean without making it feel super dry or stripped. It helps control the oil at my roots and leaves my hair feeling fresh and lighter after washing. My hair looks less greasy and actually stays feeling clean longer. It also feels gentle enough to use regularly, which I really like.
5 out of 5 stars
24 August, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
FINALLY !!!
I have had oily hair all of my life and have looked for many many years for a shampoo that cleaned my hair and would help prevent it being oily within a few hours. This is the only shampoo I have ever found that does just that. My hair feels clean, actually gives me a little volume and texture. My hair feels and looks clean and healthy. My scalp is clean without drying or itching.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 August, 2026Verified purchase
Life Changing!
My hair is naturally oily and it has gotten worse in my late 20s. I know everyone says you’re not supposed to wash your hair every day, but that felt impossible for me as an adult with a daily in person job because my hair would get SO greasy SO fast and it looked gross even in updos/claw clips/etc. This shampoo and conditioner from CeraVe is a GAME CHANGER!!! I’ve been using it for two weeks now with a scalp scrubber- nothing fancy, just the off brand cheap one from Target- and finally my hair looks and feels clean. The crown of my head used to feel so wet and oily before I started using this, but now it feels dry and clean. On non-wash days (since I can actually do those now!) I spray in a little Amika dry shampoo and blow dry that in and my hair looks amazing. I got compliments on it and coworkers asking if I did something different. CeraVe please make this product forever!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
11 August, 2026Verified purchase
Helped so much after 1 wash!
This shampoo really made a difference even after the first wash. My scalp would get so itchy and my hair oily on day 2 hair, but this shampoo decreased the discomfort a lot. I can't wait to feel the difference after more regular use.
1 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Makes me sad
I still have to wash my hair everyday with this shampoo.
From Consumer Care Center team
Hello SADD! We are sorry to hear that the Oil Control Balancing Shampoo did not help extend the time between your hair washes. Balancing natural scalp oils can sometimes take a little time as your hair adapts to a new formula, and a helpful tip is to focus the lather primarily on your roots while ensuring a thorough rinse with lukewarm water to prevent any product build-up. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with the Oil Control Balancing Shampoo, and we will certainly pass your feedback along to our product development team.
3 months ago
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
1 August, 2026Verified purchase
Created more oil.
I had really high hopes for this shampoo, but after a week of waking up with extremely oily hair, I gave up on this product. I had to lather my hair 3 times to get rid of the oil and it left the ends of my hair brittle. I changed to Dove daily moisture shampoo and it calmed the oil production where I can almost go 2 full days without shampooing. All I can think of is that oil controling shampoo worked as a clarifier and reactivated my oil glands. The product itself is nice and think which you would expect from CeraVe.
From Cerave Product Expert team
Hello looking out for you. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Oil Control Gentle Scalp Care Shampoo - 12 fl oz: For Coily & All Hair Types, Daily Use, Sulfate-Free. We're sorry to hear that this shampoo did not meet your expectations. Sulfate-free products don't lather as much because they lack traditional surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES). A common misconception is that more lather means a better clean. In reality, the foam is mostly just air and water; the cleansing is done by the surfactant molecules themselves, regardless of how many bubbles they produce. We hope this information is helpful and we appreciate your feedback. Thank you for trying CeraVe!
3 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
30 July, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Perfect size
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This cera ve oil control balancing shampoo instantly removes excess oil and effectively cleans scalp without disrupting hair. This shapoo is hydrating and hair feels fresh after the wash. Perfect in size.
5 out of 5 stars
26 July, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Good, bottle too small
Works well for my oily teen. Please make this in a larger bottle or offer a refillable set. Too much plastic waste in this size, bottle goes too fast.