CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser - 12oz
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The Cerave Renewing SA Cleanser is a highly effective facial cleanser that gently exfoliates while maintaining skin hydration. Guests appreciate its lightweight texture, ability to clear acne, and the presence of beneficial ingredients like salicylic acid and ceramides. Many have noted improvements in skin texture and clarity, making it a staple in their skincare routines. Its gentle formula is suitable for various skin types, although some guests have mentioned it can be slightly drying for sensitive skin.
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4.6 out of 5 stars with 2870 reviews
effectiveness: 4.64 out of 5
quality: 4.5 out of 5
value: 4.5 out of 5
64% would recommend
14 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
22 September, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Love this cleanser! It leaves mystic feeling so clean and smooth and refreshed
This cleanser has a lightweight texture and smooth consistency, great for normal skin, rinses so easily, and it leaves my skin clean without feeling dried out!
5 out of 5 stars
18 September, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

This will always be my go-to!
I use this every morning and evening to keep breakouts to a minimum. I love how it has a pump for easy, clean dispensing, and comes with a nice amount of product for the cost!
5 out of 5 stars
15 September, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

if you don’t know your skin type this is perfect!
I love this i’m on my 4 bottle! It doesn’t leave your face feeling dry after you wash your face. When i’m done washing my face i don’t feel it crack.Amazing product
4 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Clean, smooth and gentle.
I use this cleanser every morning , it cleans well without making my face feels dry or tight. The pump bottle is convenient and I only need a small amount each time . After washing my skin feels fresh , soft and smooth . I ‘ve also noticed my pores look cleaner.
2 out of 5 stars
28 August, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

would not recommend
i absolutely hated this face wash. it broke me out so bad around my jawline and i thought it was way too drying for my skin. i didn’t love the smell of it either and thought it was too strong and weird.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Renewing SA Cleanser. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @ 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET for assistance and provide the reference # 48020613. Looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call.
5 out of 5 stars
26 August, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Leave my skin clean, soft and fresh without drying it out; It is light and very pleasant to use.
I love this cleaner.Because it leaves my skin clean, soft and fresh without drying it out. In addition, it feels very light and pleasant when using it.
5 out of 5 stars
26 August, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Gentle, refreshing ,and leaves my skin feeling clean without feeling dry or tight
I really like this CeraVe cleanser. It feels gentle and refreshing on my skin,and it cleanses well without making my skin feel dry or uncomfortable . The scent is very mild and clear, which I really appreciate because I don’t like strong fragrances in skincare products After washing, my skin feels soft,fresh,and clean. I don’t experience that tight or dry feeling that some cleaners can cause .It leaves my skin feeling renewed and refreshed without stripping away too much moisture . Overall,I”m very happy with this cleanser and would definitely recommend it for everyday use.
5 out of 5 stars
24 August, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Smooth Skin in a Bottle
The CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser is an affordable, dermatologist-recommended wash that effectively smooths rough texture and clears pores using salicylic acid while keeping the skin barrier hydrated with ceramides.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
19 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Made me break out
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello Vale! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Renewing SA 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!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
31 July, 2026Verified purchase
mold
I use this stuff consistently but a bottle I bought a month ago has brown liquid coming out of the pump. It’s disgusting and now I have to rebuy a new face wash when this is still 80% full
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 2 months ago
Hello Nicole. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser - 12oz: Noncomedogenic, Paraben-Free, With Salicylic Acid, For Normal, Sensitive Skin. We're sorry to hear that your cleanser is going through unexpected changes. 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 cleanser available when you call us. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
5 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Keeps my pores clear without drying out my skin
I had very oily skin with acne for most of my life so it was an adjustment when I no longer had oily skin but still had occasional acne. Acne products are too harsh for me now. After trying countless products, this was the first that was just perfect for my skin. Please don't ever discontinue it!
4 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Excellent smooth flavor and perfect for everyday cooking.
I really like this olive oil because it has a very smooth and light flavor that doesn't overpower the food. I use it mostly for dressing salads and for healthy everyday cooking. Also, the bottle size and design are very convenient to use in the kitchen. I completely recommend it.
5 out of 5 stars
26 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Great inexpensive SA cleanser
I added this product to my routine a good 5+ years ago and haven't thought of switching it out once. It's really gentle on the skin and I like that it doesn't feel like there's a leftover residue after you rinse it off. The Salicylic acid does it's job of dealing with my combination skin tone without leaving me feeling dried out after ward. The fact you can get this in a handful of sizes is also great.
5 out of 5 stars
21 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

It leaves your skin soft, its texture is light and the best thing is that it has vitamin D and salicylic acid
I use it every night I highly recommend it has vitamin D and salicylic it’s texture is light I love how it leaves my skin my husband and I use it a lot 10/10
5 out of 5 stars
10 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Leaves my skin feeling clean, smooth, and refreshed without drying it out.
✨I really like the Cerave Renewing SA Cleanser It cleansed my skin well without drying it out, and after regular use, my skin felt smoother and looked healthier. It’s gentle effective , and I would definitely use it again.🤗
1 out of 5 stars
10 July, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
**Phenoxyethanol does not suit many people.
**Phenoxyethanol does not suit many people. It can cause rashes and even hives for some users. It is also used in the CeraVe SA Renewing Cleanser. Please consider replacing this preservative with alternatives such as Ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-Hexanediol. Please kindly consider this request. Thank you. 🙏We're not asking CeraVe to remove Phenoxyethanol from all of its products. We only kindly request that you remove it from the CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser and replace it with another suitable preservative, such as 1,2-Hexanediol or another effective alternative. This small change would make the cleanser much more suitable for people who are sensitive or allergic to Phenoxyethanol while maintaining the product's quality and effectiveness.If you're sending this to CeraVe, this version is polite and clear.It gently exfoliates and helps a lot for people with sensitive, highly comedone-prone, and damaged skin. However, the preservative Phenoxyethanol causes very bad reactions for some people. Please consider replacing this preservative with a gentler alternative.We sincerely request that you😅😖pls request
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 3 months ago
Hello Snigdha! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we understand how important it is to find gentle products when managing sensitive, comedone-prone, or compromised skin. We use phenoxyethanol at highly controlled, safe concentrations to ensure our formulas remain free of harmful bacteria and mold during use, but we absolutely hear your request for alternative preservatives and will share this directly with our formulation and development teams. A helpful tip when managing extreme sensitivities is to always perform a small patch test on your inner forearm for twenty-four to forty-eight hours with any new skincare product before applying it directly to your face.
5 out of 5 stars
6 July, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Outstanding CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser product
Very outstanding facial cleanser. It deep-cleans the skin, removing oil and dirt and it works on removing acne breakouts. It leaves the skin feeling clean and soft and I really like that it doesn't make the face feel dry. I am happy I bought it. I think that all CeraVe products are great. I have tried other CeraVe products, but Renewing SA Cleanser better fits my cleansing needs, so I am staying loyal to it. I like that the Salycic Acid is controlling acne breakouts.
5 out of 5 stars
2 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

How nice it makes our face feel.
We love hoe it gently cleans our face and exfoliates gently. A little goes a long way when using this cleanser. We love how it is a good value for a great product. We use it daily.
4 out of 5 stars
1 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Keeps my acne in check
I've got oily skin, plus the occasional breakout, and this has become my go to. It helps with my breakouts and clogged pores, and my skin feels noticeably cleaner and smoother after using it. No irritation, no scent, no fuss. It's mild enough for everyday use, though I stick to just using it at night, and it never irritates my skin. It's affordable too for the whole tub you're getting. My only complaint is it doesn't foam as well as I'd like
5 out of 5 stars
28 June, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

100% Amazing-ness!
While I prefer the foaming cleanser, my teen uses this product DAILY! She loves the quality of this cleanser and the effectiveness of acne. It doesn't leave her skin feeling dry or lacking. The suggested amount to use allows for longevity, which means less money out of my pocket! The overall durability and amazing-ness of this is par-none!