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CeraVe Acne Face Cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid and Purifying Clay for Oily Skin
$17.29 ($1.08/fluid ounce)
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Highlights
- [ EXFOLIATING FACE WASH ] Salicylic acid (SA) is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps remove dead skin cells, reduce blackheads & the appearance of pores, and treats & prevents acne. Chemical exfoliants feel less harsh than physical ones like face scrubs
- [ EVERYDAY ACNE TREATMENT ] Cleanse skin morning and night, then apply CeraVe Acne Control Gel all over the face for targeted acne treatment. As product can increase skin’s sun sensitivity, we recommend using CeraVe Face Moisturizer with Sunscreen SPF 30
- [ FOAMING CLEANSER ] Dispenses as a clear gel and transforms into a light, foaming face wash as you lather. The gentle wash and exfoliation smooths, hydrates and cleanses skin without leaving a stripped, tight feeling
- [ BREAKOUT PREVENTION ] CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser helps prevent new breakouts from forming. With Oil-absorbing purifying clay to help reduce clogged pores and Niacinamide to helps soothe skin
- [ 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 restore and maintain the skin’s natural barrier
Description
Developed with Dermatologists, CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser is formulated with 2% BHA (salicylic acid) to clear acne and reduce blackheads and purifying Hectorite clay to improve the appearance of pores by helping absorb oil and minimize shine. Formulated with Oil-Absorbing Technology, in a refreshing gel-to-foam texture, cleanses skin and targets pores, helping prevent new acne breakouts while maintaining the protective skin barrier with 3 essential ceramides. Formulated with Niacinamide to help calm skin. Preventative Acne Cleanser for daily maintenance.
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Contains Ceramides, Oil-Free, Contains Salicylic Acid, Noncomedogenic, Contains Hyaluronic Acid, Contains Niacinamide, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Liquid
Beauty Purpose: Anti-Acne, Skin Texture Improvement, Pore Cleansing, Basic Cleansing, Pore Reduction, Oil Control, Smoothing, Exfoliating, Makeup Removal
Recommended Skin Type: Oily, Acne-Prone, Dry, Normal
Features: Dermatologist Recommended, Nongreasy, Non-Drying, Safe to Use On Sensitive Skin, Non-Comedogenic, Dermatologist Tested, Lightweight
TCIN: 88532685
UPC: 3606000608405
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-0488
Origin: Assem USA w/foreign/dom. parts
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Active ingredients
salicylic acid' '2.0%
Purpose
Acne treatmentUses
Uses clears acne blemishes and allows skin to heal, helps prevent new acne blemishes from formingDirections
Directions use twice daily, shake well, wet face, then work product into a lather, massage onto face avoiding the eyes, rinse wellOther information
Other information store at 20 - 25℃ (68- 77°F) protect from excessive moistureInactive ingredients
water, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, glycerin, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, niacinamide, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, gluconolactone, sodium cocoyl isethionate, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, carbomer, calcium gluconate, triethyl citrate, sodium hydroxide, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, coconut acid, tetrasodium edta, caprylyl glycol, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, hectorite, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, acrylates copolymer, benzoic acid' '
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.87 inches length x 3.38 inches width x 7.64 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.2 pounds
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Guests are saying
The Cerave Acne Control Cleanser is a highly effective solution for managing acne and breakouts, featuring key ingredients like salicylic acid and ceramides that cleanse without over-drying the skin. Guests appreciate its gentle gel texture, which foams lightly and rinses off cleanly, leaving skin feeling soft and balanced. Many have noted improvements in their skin's clarity and smoothness over time, making it a reliable choice for daily skincare routines.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.6 out of 5 stars with 2676 reviews
effectiveness: 3.5 out of 5
quality: 3.68 out of 5
value: 3.55 out of 5
61% would recommend
162 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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21 October, 2025Verified purchase
Simply the best for sensitive skin
This is my nightly facial wash. It is gentle on my skin, yet very effective in preventing breakouts.
5 out of 5 stars
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15 October, 2025Verified purchase
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You don't need a lot for it to lather. I like to use it with a silicone facial scrubber. My face feels super clean after every use.
5 out of 5 stars
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13 October, 2025Verified purchase
The best of the best!
I have tried every acne face wash on the market and this is the ONLY face wash that my skin doesn’t get prone to/cause me to breakout. Will never use anything else
4 out of 5 stars
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6 October, 2025Verified purchase
Like It💗
I like how the products lathers well. I use as directed a pea size drops goes a long way. I use the remaining lather on my back. I notice my back Is pimple free also. It does exactly what it suppose to
1 out of 5 stars
28 September, 2025
originally posted on cerave.com
Broke me out
Find a new product! I’ve been using this face wash for almost a year now, as I have pretty oily skin and breakouts here and there. This product made my skin worse. I noticed extra oily skin and even more breakouts than I was having before using this product. It was so frustrating for me as my skin was not as bad before as it was when I was using this product. I’m now using a gentle cleanser with a salicylic acid serum and the results have been so good so far. the salicylic acid in this face wash does not stay on your skin long enough to actually have a good impact on your skin. Save your money and save your skin.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 22 days ago
Hello Jenna. We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Acne Control 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 and provide the reference #43009081. We look forward to speaking with you!
5 out of 5 stars
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28 September, 2025Verified purchase
great for someone who's starting to get acne
my son started to get some pimples here and there, stubborn. I got him this product and make it part of his daily routine at shower, pretty easy to use and he stop having breakouts. Controls the oil and doesn't dry his skin
1 out of 5 stars
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16 September, 2025Verified purchase
waste of money
doesn’t work as soon as i put it on my face i wash like i usually do couple hours later i start getting bumps on my face like pimples and im like wth this never happens thats so weird then i realized i used something different
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello Jane. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Acne Face Cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid and Purifying Clay for Oily Skin - 8 fl oz. We’re sorry to hear that this product did not work for your skin, and we would like to assist you further. Please give us a call at: 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm EST. It would be helpful if you have the product available when you call. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
5 out of 5 stars
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7 September, 2025Verified purchase
Excellent product
Excellent product, my son liked it.
5 out of 5 stars
4 September, 2025Verified purchase
Combo skin
I have combination skin. This helps to remove oil from my T zone but doesn’t dry out my cheeks. Has also been helping maintain my acne a bit with consistent use.
5 out of 5 stars
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30 August, 2025Verified purchase
Love this!
I like it because it’s gentle in my skin while treating acne
4 out of 5 stars
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20 August, 2025Verified purchase
Loved it !
I’ve always had oily skin and I LOVED this product when I had hormonal acne this helped clear it up pretty fast.
5 out of 5 stars
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16 August, 2025Verified purchase
Great prodcut
Great product. Suggested by dermatologist for my sons acne.
5 out of 5 stars
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16 August, 2025Verified purchase
Happy face
Love how clean my face feels and helps keep acne away. It doesn't dry my face like other acne face washes.
5 out of 5 stars
7 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
I use it once and twice a day
I’ve been using the CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser for a while now, and what I like is that it actually helps with breakouts without wrecking my skin in the process. The gel texture is light, it foams just enough, and it rinses off clean — no tight or dry feeling afterward, which is rare for an acne cleanser. For me, the difference showed up gradually. After a week or two, my breakouts looked calmer and my skin felt smoother. It’s not a quick-fix miracle, but it’s steady, and that consistency has made my skin a lot easier to manage. I use it once or twice a day, depending on how my skin’s behaving, and I always follow with moisturizer. If your skin’s sensitive, it’s worth starting slow and letting it adjust. Overall, it’s low-fuss, does what it says, and it’s something I can see myself keeping in my routine whenever I want to keep breakouts under control without irritating my skin.
5 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Gentle care for your skin!
CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser tackles breakouts with salicylic acid while hydrating with ceramides. Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, it's perfect for sensitive, acne-prone skin. My skin's clearer and calmer – love it!
5 out of 5 stars
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6 August, 2025Verified purchase
Coupon & great product combined!
Great cleanser. Love that it also works for my preteen. And a great coupon was offered on a staple so, time to stock up!
5 out of 5 stars
2 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Love it
This is my ride or die face wash. If I use anything else I break out. I love their product line. This face wash is so helpful for my acne. I’ve had it for a long time so this soap helps immensely
5 out of 5 stars
30 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Controls breakouts
Brought this for my daughter who was having hormonal break outs with her skin, this cleanser really helped to clear her skin with regular use and she used the moisturiser as well as part of her routine, it wasn’t too harsh on her skin, controlled the breakouts and her skin was much more glowy after two weeks use. Good value for money, easy to use from the packaging
4 out of 5 stars
26 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
A reliable breakout cleanser that works well, just
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is a good option when my skin’s acting up. It helps clear breakouts and keeps oil in check without being too harsh, but it can feel a bit drying if I use it too often. Still, it does what it says and I keep it around for when I need it.
5 out of 5 stars
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20 July, 2025Verified purchase
Face wash
My son loves it and use it everyday