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CeraVe Acne Treatment Face Wash, Salicylic Acid Cleanser with Purifying Clay, Niacinamide, and Ceramides, Pore Control and Blackhead Remover, 8 Ounce

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Size: 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)


Features

  • [ACNE FACE WASH WITH SALICYLIC ACID] Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells, reduce blackheads & the appearance of pores, treats & prevents acne. BHA exfoliants are less harsh than face scrubs
  • [FOAMING FACIAL CLEANSER] This CeraVe face wash dispenses as a clear gel and transforms into a light, foaming face wash as you lather. The gentle wash and exfoliation smooths and cleanses skin without leaving skin feeling stripped of moisture
  • [ACNE WASH WITH OIL ABSORBING TECHNOLOGY] CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser helps prevent new breakouts from forming with purifying clay to help absorb excess oil and niacinamide to help calm skin. Fragrance free, paraben free, & non-comedogenic
  • [ 3 ESSENTIAL CERAMIDES ] Ceramides are found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of the lipids in the skin barrier. All CeraVe products, formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II)to help maintain the skins 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. FSA Eligible & HSA Eligible

Description

Developed with dermatologists, a gel-to-foam cleanser with 2% salicylic acid and purifying clay to remove dirt & excess oil, clean pores, gently exfoliate, and deeply reduce oiliness while helping to not disrupt the protective skin barrier or cause dryness and discomfort with 3 essential ceramides. Featuring Oil-Absorbing Technology to minimize visible shine. Formulated to clear acne, reduce blackheads, and improve the appearance of pores.•Non-Comedogenic •Paraben-free •Fragrance-free •Allergy testedKey Ingredients: •2% Salicylic acid: Treats acne and penetrates pores to help prevent new breakouts •Hectorite clay: Helps absorb oil and helps skin look less shiny •Ceramides: Essential for healthy skin, ceramides help restore and maintain the skin’s natural barrier •Niacinamide: Helps calm the skin

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1.33 x 2.79 x 6.77 inches; 8 ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ S4614100


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ CeraVe


Best Sellers Rank: #323 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #13 in Facial Cleansing Washes


#13 in Facial Cleansing Washes:


Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (22,569)


Scent Name: Fragrance Free


Skin Type: Acne Prone Skin, Dry, Oily, Sensitive


Product Benefits: Acne Prevention, Blackhead Removal, Exfoliating, Hydrating, Moisturizing, Oil Control


Additional Features: Fragrance-Free


Active Ingredients: 2% Salicylic Acid, hyaluronic_acid, salicylic_acid


Item Form: Gel


Special Ingredients: 2% Salicylic Acid, Hectorite Clay, Niacinamide, Ceramides


Target Use Body Part: Face


Container Type: Bottle


Recommended Uses For Product: Face


Package Type Name: Bottle


Skin Cleaning Agent Use: Facial Cleanser


Sun Protection: 30 Sun Protection Factor (SPF)


Item Weight: 8 Ounces


Item Dimensions: 1.33 x 2.79 x 6.77 inches


Package Quantity: 1


Number of Items: 1


Unit Count: 8 Fluid Ounces


Net Content Weight: 8 Ounces


Net Content Volume: 8 Fluid Ounces


Brand Name: CeraVe


Age Range Description: Adult


Model Name: Face Wash Acne Treatment | 2% Salicylic Acid Cleanser with Purifying Clay for Oily Skin | Blackhead Remover and Clogged Pore Control | Fragrance Free, Paraben Free & Non


Manufacturer Part Number: 321


Model Number: S4614100


Manufacturer: CeraVe


Material Features: Fragrance Free


Material Type Free: Paraben Free


Color: white


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  • The one cleanser she didn’t stop using The one cleanser she didn’t stop using
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
I bought this for my girlfriend because she’s been dealing with occasional breakouts, and honestly I wasn’t expecting much — she’s tried a lot of products and usually stops using them after a week or two. This one was different. She started using it once a day at night, and after a couple of weeks I could already notice her skin looking calmer and a bit clearer. What she likes most is that it actually helps with acne without drying her skin out too much, which was her main issue with other cleansers. The texture is simple, no strong smell, and it rinses off clean without leaving that tight feeling. It’s one of the few products she kept using consistently, and now it’s basically part of her daily routine. If I had to mention something, at the beginning she felt a slight dryness (probably from the salicylic acid), but once she adjusted how often she used it, it wasn’t a problem. Overall, this turned out to be one of those products that actually gets used instead of sitting in the bathroom. Final rating: 5/5 — simple, effective, and something she genuinely stuck with. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2026 by Ignacio Galtes

  • Gentle, Moisturizing, and Great for Sensitive Skin Gentle, Moisturizing, and Great for Sensitive Skin
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This has quickly become my go-to brand. The quality is excellent, and it works exactly as intended every time. One of my favorite things about this product is how gentle it is on the skin. I have sensitive skin and experienced no irritation, making it a great option for anyone looking for something skin-friendly and compatible with daily use. The texture is smooth and pleasant to apply, and it leaves my skin feeling soft and moisturized without feeling greasy or heavy. The fragrance is very light and subtle, which I personally appreciate since strong scents can sometimes be overwhelming. While it isn't heavily scented, it still feels fresh and clean. Overall, this product delivers on its promises with great moisturizing benefits, a gentle formula, and excellent skin compatibility. It's reliable, effective, and definitely a product I would purchase again. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2026 by Kirstyn Wheeler

  • Gentle but Effective Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
The CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser is a great daily face wash if you’re dealing with breakouts but don’t want something too harsh. The 2% salicylic acid helps unclog pores and reduce acne, while ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides keep the skin calm and balanced. It foams nicely and leaves my skin feeling clean without that tight, stripped feeling. I also like that it’s fragrance-free and includes oil-absorbing clay, which helps control shine throughout the day. It works well for regular use and gradually improves skin texture and breakouts. If you have very sensitive skin, you might want to start slowly, but overall it’s a reliable cleanser that balances effectiveness and gentleness really well. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026 by Thong Nguyen

  • I'm in love with CeraVe products
Size: 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This soap is perfect for my skin, leaves my face feeling clean and and soft, I in the morning I wake up with a bright, soft and natural color face. I live this and would by again for sure
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026 by Rossimily Guzmán

  • Great stuff for anyone @ Any age!
Size: 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This was recommended by my teens dermatologist. I am now in perimenopause and my skin went crazy. So now I am using this and it has worked wonders! Lightweight leaves skin soft and feeling refreshed.
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026 by Stephanie Weber

  • A mix of many good chemicals.. a right kind of formulation A mix of many good chemicals.. a right kind of formulation
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
The review is only after a week of usage. Initially i got redness and burning sensation after using it. It doesn’t have any fragrance and quite effective in clearing pores without changing their size. The overall skin also looks clearer. It has a lot many chemicals like good ones: ceramides, Salicylic acid, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid etc. then other not so good ones like benzoate. I bought this one after my very good experience with moisturiser. I would recommend it to people who use multiple different products for cleansing they can substitute different ones with single one of this product. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026 by Amit nunia

  • Effective Yet Gentle Acne Cleanser
Size: 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This face wash leaves my skin feeling clean without over-drying it. The salicylic acid helps keep breakouts under control, and my skin feels smoother with regular use. A great everyday cleanser for acne-prone skin.
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2026 by Oxana

  • I’m impressed.
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
In 12 hours, overnight, my breakout issue is vastly improving. I’m one evening and one morning cleanse in. I lean rosacea with breakouts. A tough combo to treat. The breakouts are disappearing this am, former angry spots are smaller and sloughing off - the swelling and redness is diminished, less inflamed. I tried many, most far more expensive that weren’t working. It’s not exactly ‘drying’ like non-cream others, it’s softer. I do feel like pores are tighter, but my skin is not. It’s comfortable. Overnight, my T Zone had surface oil - so I cleansed again this morning. This leaves a matte finish and really takes care of that - meaning no shine zones. It doesn’t leave a perceptible residue, but doesn’t ‘strip’ skin either. I felt a smoothness upon rising it off that was nice, but dry upon blotting water away. Feels ‘clean,’ not tight. It dissolves and removes the SA peel-slough from former breakout areas gently. I was using my fingers in circular motions, nothing ferocious. It’s not really foamy, but does mini-foam more than non-foaming cream cleansers recommended for rosacea (that tended to break me out). It’s definitely less foamy than gel ‘foaming’ cleansers. Is quasi-foam a thing? Let’s just say it’s pleasantly, very slightly foamy, no more, no less. There’s zero scent. The cleanser is clear to very light griege (due to beneficial clay I guess?). It opens and closes with a 1/4 nozzle twist easily. The pump dispenses a small, but face and neck ample dollop, about dime size - well done there! The container isn’t the most attractive, it’s opaque white and branded overtly - so, every viewer sees ‘acne’ on approach. Lol. 25X skin magnification: there’s less buildup or visible pores, no white or blackheads I can see. I was getting these daily, tiny, white random pustules in areas of rosacea flare. Ew! Gone now - yay. Surface capillaries are less inflamed. Older breakouts are peeling away. Inflamed or bumpy areas have leveled. Skin tone is more uniform and less ’rosacea’ in appearance. I hope I’m pleasantly human hued in another few days. It’s Day 1. A few times in the past, new products have this effect then, skin re-tantrums into its bad behavior. So, I’ll update this in a month, but I’m really impressed so far. Overnight, it abated what felt like an uncomfortable, unsightly flare up that wasn’t resolving. I’m glad I purchased the larger volume ‘value’ size. Though everyone U.S. uniquely different, I don’t think you’d regret this. The only match to it for me, so far, was an insanely priced esthetician brand line with way too many steps. This is wash and go, easy, very economical considering. Happy I tried it. I hope this review helps. Update: for longer term, I adjust down to one use of this in the evening and a neutral cleanse in the morning. That’s the sweet spot for me, once per day. Overnight SA action and removal/balancing neutral cleanse in the morning (plus the day’s assorted emollients- eyes get a different treatment than full face. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2025 by Girl_stuff

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