SA Smoothing Cleanser

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CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser for the face and body. This cleanser helps to alleviate rough and bumpy skin texture, leaving skin feeling smoother. The Salicylic Acid in the formula gently exfoliates the skin, without compromising the skin’s natural barrier. Developed with dermatologists, this daily foaming cleanser helps protect the skin’s natural barrier with three essential ceramides and hydrates the skin with Hyaluronic Acid.

Made For:

Normal Skin; Belmish-Prone Skin
Gentle Exfoliation

SA Smoothing Cleanser

Product Features & Benefits

3 Hour Results*
No Microbeads
Gentle on Skin

Key Ingredients

Niacinamide

May help calm skin, reduce transepidermal water loss, and increase moisture in skin’s uppermost layer.

Salicylic Acid

Originally derived from the bark of plants such as willow and meadowsweet, salicylic acid has long been used as a remedy for a variety of skin concerns.

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Aqua/Water/Eau, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Niacinamide, Gluconolactone, Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Zea Mays Oil/Corn Oil, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Calcium Gluconate, Sodium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholecalciferol, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Edta, Tetrasodium Edta, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin

How to cleanse skin during your daily routine

Routine

A facial cleanser is the foundation of any skincare routine. Choose a cleanser based on your skin type to help effectively clean skin without unwanted side effects.

Time of Day

Anytime

step 1

Wet skin with lukewarm water.

step 2

Massage cleanser into skin in a gentle, circular motion.

step 3

Rinse well and gently pat dry with a clean towel.

FAQ's

Stay informed on all things skincare and find the answers to top CeraVe questions.

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How Do I Choose the Best Cleanser for My Face?

To help support the delicate skin on your face, it’s especially important to look for gentle, non-comedogenic cleansers that won’t clog your pores, as well as fragrance-free products with beneficial ingredients. For example, whereas foaming cleansers are generally recommended for oily skin types, a cream-based formula can be a great option for dry skin. Or, if you have rough and bumpy skin, you may benefit from choosing a facial cleanser with salicylic acid to help gently cleanse and exfoliate your skin.
What's the best CeraVe face cleanser for makeup removal?

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-To-Foam Cleanser is an excellent option for removing makeup. This unique formula offers the best of both worlds: a cream cleanser that hydrates and a foaming formula that provides a refreshing skin feel.
Do I need to use a facial cleanser if I have dry skin?

It may be tempting to skip this step if your skin feels dry, flaky, or tight, but cleansing is an essential part of any skincare routine—it helps keep your pores clear of dirt, oil, dead skin cells, and other impurities. The ideal product should cleanse your skin without leaving it feeling tight, dry, or stripped.CeraVe recommends choosing a daily face cleanser that fragrance-free, allergy-tested, developed with dermatologists, and formulated to help maintain the skin’s protective barrier.
What's the best CeraVe face cleanser for makeup removal?

CeraVe’s makeup-removing cleansers offer a gentle yet effective way to break down and remove all traces of makeup—which can clog your pores and potentially lead to acne breakouts. We recommend exploring our range of options to see which makeup remover formula works best for your preferences and needs. If you prefer a rich, velvety texture that works great for double cleansing.

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	Key Benefits	Skin Types	Concerns	Texture	Key Ingredients
SA Smoothing Cleanser	SA Smoothing Cleanser Buy online	Key Benefits Help exfoliate and smooth skin on face and body Sweeps away dead cells, and softens rough skin—without leaving skin feeling dry	Skin Types Normal Skin; Belmish-Prone Skin	Concerns Gentle Exfoliation	Texture Gel-to-Foam	Key Ingredients Niacinamide
CeraVe Balancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser	CeraVe Balancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser Buy online	Key Benefits Protects skin barrier. Non-comedogenic auto foam for gentle cleansing	Skin Types Normal to Combination	Concerns Oil Control	Texture Foam	Key Ingredients Niacinamide
Hydrating Cleanser	Hydrating Cleanser Buy online	Key Benefits Supports your protective skin barrier Moisture balance while gently removing dirt, oil and makeup without leaving skin tight or dry	Skin Types Normal to Dry Skin	Concerns All Skin types	Texture Gel	Key Ingredients Hyaluronic Acid
Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser	Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser Buy online	Key Benefits Transforms from an oil to a soft lathering foam, gently cleases your skins's surface without leaving it feeling tight or dry. Safe Suitable for Sensitive & Eczema Prone Skin	Skin Types Dry to Very Dry Skin; Including Sensitive Skin	Concerns Lightweight Cleansing Oil for Face & Body	Texture Oil-to-Foam	Key Ingredients Niacinamide
Foaming Cleanser	Foaming Cleanser Buy online	Key Benefits Gently refreshes and cleanses skin without clogging pores	Skin Types Blemish-prone Skin	Concerns Blemishes	Texture Gel	Key Ingredients Hyaluronic Acid