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CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz

CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz - 2 of 4CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz - 3 of 4CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz - 4 of 4
CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz - 1 of 4
$16.89 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • [ MAXIMUM STRENGTH BENZOYL PEROXIDE WASH ] Benzoyl peroxide is a trusted acne-fighting ingredient. At 10% concentration, this is the highest available concentration of benzoyl peroxide available without a prescription.
  • [ PATENT PENDING FORMULA ] Combines 10% BPO, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and 3 essential ceramides to treat face & body acne without disrupting the skin barrier.
  • [ SUITABLE FOR FACE & BODY ] Suitable to treat both face and body acne. Fragrance-free, paraben-free & non-comedogenic. As product can increase skin's sun sensitivity, we recommend using CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30 in the morning.
  • [ 3 ESSENTIAL CERAMIDES ] Ceramides are found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of the lipids in the skin barrier. All CeraVe products are formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II)to help maintain the skin’s natural barrier.
  • [ DEVELOPED WITH DERMATOLOGISTS ] CeraVe Skincare is developed with dermatologists and has products suitable for dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, acne-prone, and more.

Description

Developed with dermatologists, this lightly foaming, creamy face and body wash is formulated with maximum OTC strength 10% benzoyl peroxide to help clear face and body acne while leaving the skin soft and comfortable. This gentle, yet effective wash contains the highest concentration of benzoyl peroxide available without a prescription to treat acne without disrupting skin's protective barrier. The formula feels gentle on skin, and skin is left feeling comfortable, smooth and looking clarified. Fragrance-free Paraben-free Non-comedogenic: won't clog pores Suitable for acne prone skin Key Ingredients: 10% Benzoyl Peroxide: Maximum OTC strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide clears acne pimples and blackheads Ceramides: Essential for healthy skin, ceramides are critical components of the skin's natural moisture barrier Hyaluronic Acid: This ingredient attracts hydration to the skin's surface and helps the skin retain moisture Niacinamide: Known to help calm the skin
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Contains Ceramides, Contains Hyaluronic Acid, Noncomedogenic, Contains Benzoyl Peroxide, Contains Glycolic Acid, No Fragrance Added, Contains Niacinamide
Product Form: Liquid
Beauty Purpose: Anti-Acne, Damage Repair, Skin Texture Improvement, Sensitive Skin, Oil Control, Pore Reduction, Basic Cleansing, Skin Tone Improvement
Recommended Skin Type: Acne-Prone
Features: Dermatologist Recommended, Dermatologist Tested, Non-Drying, Lightweight, Non-Comedogenic
TCIN: 88532683
UPC: 3606000604520
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-8591
Origin: Assem USA w/foreign/dom. parts
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Active ingredients

benzoyl peroxide(10%).

Purpose

Acne treatment.

When using this product

When using this product: skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.,avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen,avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth,avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product, skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.

Directions

use every morning and evening. apply a dime-size amount to damp skin and gently massage, avoiding the eye area. rinse well. use wash on entire affected area one to two times daily. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

Other information

store at 20 degrees C (68 degrees to 77 degrees F).

Inactive ingredients

water, glycerin, propylene glycol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, potassium hydroxide, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, carbomer, niacinamide, glycolic acid, trideceth-6, triethyl citrate, sodium citrate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, propanediol, tetrasodium edta, caprylyl glycol, diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, benzoic acid, peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate

Question or comments?

8887682915

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 2.59 inches length x 8.5 inches width x 1.85 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.37 pounds

Return details

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Q: Can this be used everyday? Would you recommend once a day or twice a day?

submitted by AR - 6 months ago
  • A: Hello AR. Thank you for your inquiry regarding CeraVe Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser 10% BPO - 5 fl oz. This Cleanser can be used twice daily, if your skin can tolerate Benzoyl Peroxide. If it's your first time trying out this ingredient, we recommend to incorporate the cleanser into your routine slowly, just 2-3x a week at first. We hope this information has been helpful and that you can use our products with great success.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 5 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey AR, Great question! The Cerave Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser can be used twice daily, if your skin can tolerate Benzoyl Peroxide. If it's your first time trying out this ingredient, we recommend to incorporate the cleanser into your routine slowly, just 2-3x a week at first. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

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Guests are saying

The product has received a mix of feedback, with many guests praising its effectiveness in treating acne and improving skin texture. The creamy formula transforms into a light lather, making it easy to apply and suitable for both face and body. Guests appreciate its gentle nature, even for sensitive skin, while some noted it can be drying. Overall, it is seen as a valuable addition to an acne treatment routine, especially for those with persistent breakouts.
    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 1552 reviews
    effectiveness: 4.3 out of 5
    quality: 4.35 out of 5
    value: 3.95 out of 5
    94% would recommend
    19 recommendations

    Loved it!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    KH - 6 days ago, Verified purchaser
    This cleanser saved my face! I’ve struggled with acne for awhile and this has been so gentle but also got rid of and has kept acne away. I can’t say enough good things about this cleanser!
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Its very good a little goes along way

    5 out of 5 stars
    victoriab681_992 - 10 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    The ingredients are really good for acne removal, and the effectiveness is amazing. It gets all my blemishes and acne cleared up when I get my period acne it works 👌 best
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    Drying

    3 out of 5 stars
    sapphiresamples_9773 - 16 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    At first, this worked great! It helped get rid of all the blemishes, except the blackheads unfortu ately, but even just using this 3x a week dried my face our terribly. I gave it to a family member, though, and it worked great for them
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 16 days ago
    Hello sapphiresamples_2345, thank you for reaching out and giving our Acne Foaming Cream Wash a try. We're sorry to hear it didn't work out for you. We take customer feedback seriously at CeraVe, and we appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Your feedback will be passed on to our team to help us make improvements.
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    Best Acne Wash!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Emily - 1 month ago
    This reviewer received a free sample of this item
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Let me say first off that this product works GREAT. I have been nearly totally acne free since using it for over a month. It breaks my heart that I can't buy it again because over the course of the last six weeks I have noticed "bleach" stains on my wash cloths (Both the high quality and cheapos) At first I blamed family for careless laundering but some sleuthing led me to try products in our bathroom and this product is the culprit. Let me assure you I rinse my face of the product before wiping with the wet wash cloth and I rinse the wash cloth afterwards but still end up with stains, big and small, as it seems I can't be thorough enough. The bleached out circle in the upper left of the photo was my test spot, where I dabbed a small amount of the product, An easy, if expensive, solution would be to switch to white linen, but I found it leaves a rather funky yellowish hazy stain that is not nearly as noticeable but would bug me over time. I would be happy to hear that no one else has this problem, it receives a lot of rave reviews, but I feel you should be warned by my experience.
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    Great product

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Erin - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I am a tied and true Panoxyl fan but every once in a while I like to switch it up. I find this to lather better than Panoxyl and it’s slightly more moisturizing. I can’t say that it’ll be a permanent switch given how much I love Panoxyl but I would absolutely recommend giving this a try.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Great product

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Symone - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    This product is the only face wash that has successfully cleared my acne. I let it sit on my face for a minute or two then wash off. I like how squeaky clean it makes my face feel despite the formula not having a lather. This will be a staple in my skin care routine.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Confident Booster!

    5 out of 5 stars
    KatC - 2 months ago
    originally posted on cerave.com
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    I LOVE this product. I am currently 5 months postpartum and my skin was a DISTASTER for the for 3 months pp. I normally don’t struggle with acne, but I’ll insert pictures. It was really bad. I came across this. I read “maximum strength” and I was like I need this. I pair it with the Resurfacing Retinol Serum and it is just amazing. I’m finally confident again!!!!
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    An Effective Acne Cleanser

    5 out of 5 stars
    Happy - 3 months ago
    This reviewer received a free sample of this item
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This acne foaming cream cleanser is very effective. It cleans my face well, and it controls oil. It helps to eliminate my acne and minimize my pores. My face feels so clean and clear after using it.
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    I love this product, recommended

    4 out of 5 stars
    Becky - 3 months ago
    originally posted on cerave.com
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    The 10% works better than 4% which irritated my skin. I remember it took five days to see visible change. I like the creamy feel cause it's less drying and it cleanses thoroughly.
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    super effective

    5 out of 5 stars
    eliyas_7374 - 3 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    I have struggled with acne for so long and been to the dermatologist so many times and they just continued to prescribe expensive and ineffective face wash options. I was recommended to use panoxyl but i didn’t really like the smell or that it stained my towels. I happens to stumble across this face wash and it has truly changed my life. My skin not only has cleared up the majority of the way, but i no longer have as much redness and texture. I couldn’t believe that this actually worked! I am already on my fourth bottle of this product and i absolutely love it. I have recommended it to so many people and have yet to hear anything negative about it.
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    Controls acne

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    J - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Love this product. It is gentle on the skin and keeps acne away. It is pricey. I don’t ever find a lower price anywhere
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Very effective

    5 out of 5 stars
    emilyannb_297 - 5 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Cleaning ingredients and light scent. Works very well on tough acne even as a spot treatment. I would recommend to anyone who has stubborn acne on body. Packaging is simple.
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

    Great Acne Product

    5 out of 5 stars
    Amandalea - 6 months ago
    This reviewer received a free sample of this item
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love this acne product. I have sensitive skin and it was gentle enough to use on the occasional breakouts that I have. My skin is clear now and suffer from minimal acne issues. I've tried a lot of different products and this one works best. Easy to use on the face and body.
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Meh

    3 out of 5 stars
    Beth - 6 months ago
    This reviewer received a free sample of this item
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wasn't what I thought it was going to be be
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    Great product

    4 out of 5 stars
    pm35 - 7 months ago
    originally posted on cerave.com
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    Great product. Helped a lot with my facial acne but feels a little drying
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    Stay away!!

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Kelsey - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Awful. Made my skin and acne so much worse. My face was so sore and red after using this.
    1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 7 months ago
    Hello Kelsey! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Acne Control Foaming Face Cleanser. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact us at 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET for assistance. We look forward to speaking with you!
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Effective and creamy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    jpd - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    This is the best benzoyl peroxide wash, and best benzoyl peroxide treatment altogether, that I’ve ever used. The texture is thick, creamy and foams lightly, and I prefer it to the 4% version. I typically use a traditional cleanser first and then this product as a leave-on mask, and I don’t find that this is too drying. Like most good benzoyl peroxide treatments, this is very effective for all kinds of acne, especially if you use it regularly for a couple of months. Benzoyl peroxide is irritating and annoying to use, but this product makes it much more tolerable without sacrificing efficacy.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Did not foam

    3 out of 5 stars
    Nlh186 - 8 months ago
    originally posted on cerave.com
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    It doesn't foam for me. It feels like I'm cleanse my face with hair conditioner, as it produces no foam, suds, etc. My face *does* get cleansed from it, though it didn't help with my acne.
    1 reply from CeraVe team - 7 months ago
    Hello! We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Acne Foaming Cream Wash. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm ET for assistance. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call. Looking forward to speaking with you.
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Love it!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Iliana Alv - 9 months ago
    This reviewer received a free sample of this item
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love this foam wash. It is so gentle and it does not irritates my skin at all.
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    Terrible do not buy

    1 out of 5 stars
    Chonde - 9 months ago
    originally posted on cerave.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Horrible, burned my skin. I was in pain for several weeks.
    1 reply from CeraVe team - 9 months ago
    Hello! We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Acne Foaming Cream Wash. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm ET for assistance and provide the reference #38423127. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call. Looking forward to speaking with you. -
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