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CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion For Dry to Very Dry Skin - 12 fl oz

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$17.99 ($1.50/fluid ounce)

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Highlights

  • CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is formulated with Hydro-Urea™, 3 essential ceramides, MVE Delivery Technology, and shea butter to intensely hydrate, restore and help strengthen the skin barrier.
  • Rich, creamy lotion penetrates skin's surface layers to deeply hydrate and relieve itch due to dryness.
  • Non greasy body moisturizer instantly absorbs with no greasy or sticky feel
  • Fast absorbing and fast acting formula relieves and defends against 5 key signs of dryness for intensely moisturized and healthier looking skin.
  • 5 key signs of dryness: itch, tightness, roughness, scaling & flaking, and redness
  • Formulated for dry to very dry, itchy skin as a body lotion, foot cream & hand cream.
  • Suitable for use by all skin types, even sensitive skin and all skin tones.
  • Allergy tested, fragrance free, and pH balanced. For best results, it is recommended to use this product daily.

Description

Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is formulated with Hydro-Urea™, a unique complex to help replenish skin's natural moisturizing factors, 3 essential ceramides, MVE Delivery Technology, and shea butter to intensely hydrate, restore and help strengthen the skin barrier. This rich, creamy, hydrating body lotion penetrates skin's surface layers to deeply hydrate and relieve itch due to dryness without leaving behind any greasy or sticky residues. This body moisturizer's fast absorbing and fast acting formula relieves and defends against 5 key signs of dryness - itch, tightness, roughness, scaling & flaking, and redness for intensely moisturized and healthier looking skin. Formulated for dry to very dry, itchy skin, this lotion for itchy skin is allergy tested, fragrance free, pH balanced, and suitable for use by all skin types, even sensitive skin and all skin tones. For best results, it is recommended to use this product daily.
Scent: Unscented
Suggested Age: 18 Years and Up
Health Facts: Contains Shea Butter, Contains Niacinamide, Noncomedogenic, Contains Ceramides, Paraben-Free, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Lotion
Sustainability Claims: Contains Recycled Content
Beauty Purpose: Smoothing, Soothing, Moisturizing, Firming, Damage Repair, Deep Hydration, Skin Texture Improvement
Recommended Skin Type: Very Dry, Dry
Features: Fast-Absorbing, Nongreasy, Non-Drying, Soothing, Relieves Itching, Dermatologist Recommended
TCIN: 91384184
UPC: 3606000620865
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-0369
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Ingredients:

aqua/water/eau, glycerin, butyrospermum parkii butter/shea butter, hydroxyethyl urea, isopropyl palmitate, propanediol, cetearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, c15-19 alkane, glycine, stearic acid, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, sorbitan tristearate, sorbitan oleate, carbomer, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, behentrimonium methosulfate, triethyl citrate, isohexadecane, sodium pca, serine, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium hydroxide, myristic acid, sodium hyaluronate, cholesterol, palmitic acid, alanine, tocopherol, hydroxyacetophenone, caprylyl glycol, hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, xanthan gum, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, phytosphingosine, acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, polysorbate 80, benzoic acid, peg-100 stearate, peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate. code f.i.l. n70043466/1.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 1.78 inches length x 2.95 inches width x 7.58 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.26 pounds

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Q: Has anyone had a reaction to this like a rash or burning? I tend to have very sensitive skin and seem to react to nearly every lotion I have tried :( Also, does it have a scent?

submitted by Dogfamily - 1 year ago
  • A: Holy mother of all burning and itching on my face… but it did subside very quickly after it absorbed, and never left a rash. It did make the backs of my dry hands also burn a little after rubbing it in, but that was less intense than the face (and also subsided quickly after it absorbed) I applied it before bedtime in the winter and found my face still feeling very moisturized in the morning but not like a lotion was sitting on the surface. I don’t see myself buying this again due to the intense burning and itching during application, but I do think it’s a decent lotion

    submitted byAnna - 6 months ago
  • A: This lotion has caused a rash and burning on both my daughter and I now. She has somewhat sensitive skin and I wouldn’t consider myself to have sensitive skin but something about this lotion does not react well with us.

    submitted byAshton - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello Dogfamily. Thank you for your inquiry about CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion For Dry to Very Dry Skin. We would like to assist you further. Please give us a call at: 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm EST We look forward to speaking with you soon.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: What is the difference between this and the normal to dry skin version?

submitted by Anastasia - 8 months ago
  • A: Hello Anastasia! Our CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is specifically formulated to accommodate skin ranging from dry to very dry. This single product provides comprehensive hydration and helps restore the skin's barrier for both these skin types.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 8 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey, Great question! The CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is formulated with Hydro-Urea that defends against 5 key signs of dryness - itch, tightness, roughness, scaling & flaking, and redness for intensely moisturized and healthier looking skin. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this alcohol free? It looks like it but wanting verification.

submitted by Alcohol Free - 8 months ago
  • A: Hey, Great question! The Cerave Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is not alcohol free. Here's the Ingredients: aqua/water, glycerin, butyrospermum parkii butter/shea butter, hydroxyethyl urea, isopropyl palmitate, propanediol, cetearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, c15-19 alkane, glycine, stearic acid, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, sorbitan tristearate, sorbitan oleate, carbomer, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, behentrimonium methosulfate, triethyl citrate, isohexadecane, sodium pca, serine, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium hydroxide, myristic acid, sodium hyaluronate, cholesterol, palmitic acid, alanine, tocopherol, hydroxyacetophenone, caprylyl glycol, hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, xanthan gum, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, phytosphingosine, acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, polysorbate 80, benzoic acid, peg-100 stearate, peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate [code f.i.l. n70043466/1]' ' For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 8 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hi there! As a global leader, the L'Oréal group of companies, which includes CeraVe, is dedicated to rigorous standards of manufacturing excellence that result in the highest product quality. The products we sell meet the most stringent standards for safety. Consumer safety is paramount and we allow no compromise on this issue. All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. For products too small to accommodate the list, a separate ingredient list is available on the display unit in the store for your convenience. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this position parabens free? It does not look like there is any in the ingredients however it is not mentioned nor touted to be “paraben free” please advise!

submitted by A - 2 years ago
  • A: Hello A! Thank you for your interest in our Intensive Moisturizing Lotion! All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. For products too small to accommodate the list, a separate ingredient list is available on the display unit in the store for your convenience. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names. We hope this was helpful!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 2 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey, Great question! Yes, the Cerave Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is paraben free! 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 - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be used on your face?

submitted by Kait - 2 years ago
  • A: Don't use it if you have rosacea; I just tried it on my face and found that it burned my rosacea, although it's probably fine if you have normal skin!

    submitted byRinea - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello Kait! While our Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is primarily formulated for the body, it can generally be used on the face, especially for those with very dry skin. However, everyone's skin is different. If you have sensitive facial skin or specific skin concerns, we recommend trying a small amount on a small area first to see how your skin reacts. We also offer facial moisturizers specifically designed for different skin types and needs, like our CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM, which you might find a better fit for your face. You can explore our full range of facial moisturizers on our website.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be used on toddlers (20 months old)?

submitted by Use for toddlers - 20 days ago
  • A: Hello Use for toddlers. Thank you for your interest in CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion For Dry to Very Dry Skin. Unless specifically labeled for use on children, our products are not formulated for or tested on children. Our children's products are not tested on children under the age of 3 years except those labeled as baby products. Please check with your child's pediatrician if you have questions about the use of a specific product. In accordance with US Consumer Product Safety Commission's definition, we consider a child to be 12 years old and under. Thank you for your interest in CeraVe.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 19 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: I'm at the store this is 12oz?

submitted by Where is the 16oz - 2 years ago
  • A: Hello Where is the 16oz. Thank you for your interest in CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion For Dry to Very Dry Skin - 16 fl oz. This product is currently available in 8oz, 12 oz and 16oz containers. The inventory and availability of the sizes for this product may vary by store location. We hope this information was helpful and that you can use our products with great success!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this moisturizer fregrance-free? Thanks!

submitted by asa - 2 years ago
  • A: Hello there asa. Thank you for your interest in our Intensive Moisturizing Lotion. All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. For products too small to accommodate the list, a separate ingredient list is available on the display unit in the store for your convenience. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names. We hope this was helpful!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this product for facial care?

submitted by HA - 2 years ago
  • A: Hey, Great question! The Cerave Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is formulated for dry to very dry, itchy skin as a body lotion, foot cream & hand cream. 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 - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this supposed to burn my skin after application? I’m not allergic to any ingredients.

submitted by Mia - 4 months ago

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The results

I really liked this product, I have had good results and it has helped me a lot with my skin. Great cream! In a few weeks my skin felt way more hydrated, smooth and naturally glowy. Highly recommended it. It’s value is accessible. The ingredients they contain are: water/aqua/eau/hydroxyethyl urea
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Hydration boost

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This CeraVe intensive moisturizing lotion is perfect for those extremely dry spots and bumpy spots on your skin. I really like the cream because it includes Hydro-urea and really doesn't excellent job at helping moisturize those more difficult to keep moisturized spots. It has no fragrance and is on the thicker side for a cream. I usually use it at night before I go to bed. I highly recommend!
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UNBELIEVABLY BAD!

Bought and Used for the first time yesterday------HUGE MISTAKE! This stuff began intensely BURNING WHILE I WAS STILL IN THE PROCESS OF APPLYING IT! Couldn't get it off fast enough .. I am totally NOT a person that has EVER had this kind of reaction to a skin product - which I rarely have found necessary to use. The 'applied to' area of my leg immediately began 'burning' while I was still in the process of applying this stuff. 'Intensive' is the right word for it ---------hard to believe it even got past the Trial Period!
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hello! We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Intensive Moisturizing Lotion. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @1-800-768-2915 9am-5:30pm, ET for assistance and provide the case #47317402. Looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call.
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Saved my skin. For the longest time I had a damaged skin barrier and my face was so red, itchy, and dehydrated. I couldn’t figure out what ingredient was causing this reaction and I started to blame hyaluronic acid so I was hesitant to try this product. But!!! My dove sensitive soap is what was giving me my horrible reaction!! I cut that out of my routine and this lotion SAVEDDDD my skin!!! Hoping the formula never changes
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1 out of 5 stars
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I have never had any issues with CeraVe products in the oast. They are my go-to skincare line. They ran out of the usual moisturizing lotion at my local target so I purchased this one not thinking much of it.. Next thing I know I break out in a horrific contact dermatitis on my neck, ears & undereye area. SO ITCHY. I had to take bendryl and steroid cream to control it. I also broke out HORRIBLYbin areas on my face I never had before and upon stopping use, all my symptoms improved greatly.. Never purchasing this one again :(
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 4 months ago
Hello Kimberly! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Intensive Moisturizing Lotion. 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!
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Would not recommend.

This lotion made my skin burn so bad and made my eyes red and puffy, despite not being allergic to any of the ingredients. This lotion also gave me terrible cystic acne like never before. I’ll continue with Vanicream.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 5 months ago
HI jw12.Thank you for reaching out to CeraVe. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Intensive Moisturizing Lotion. 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.
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