CeraVe Guide: Cleansers, Moisturizers & Sunscreens
CeraVe is a dermatologist-developed skincare brand built around ceramides, hyaluronic acid and, in many products, niacinamide. Its range is simple: cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens and a few targeted treatments. That makes it popular for building a basic routine without guessing. This guide sorts the CeraVe products we stock by skin type and step, so you can pick the right one quickly.
Quick answer: Normal to oily skin: the Foaming Cleanser. Normal to dry skin: the Hydrating Cleanser. Dry skin and body: the Moisturizing Cream or Moisturizing Lotion. Rough, bumpy skin: the SA Smoothing products. Daily face moisturizer: AM in the morning and PM at night. Sun protection: the Invisible Hydrating SPF50+. See the whole CeraVe collection.
Which CeraVe product is for you?
| Your need | Step | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| Normal to oily skin | Cleanser | Foaming Cleanser Gel Normal to Oily Skin |
| Normal to dry skin | Cleanser | Hydrating Cleanser Normal to Dry |
| Dry skin, face and body | Moisturizer | Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin |
| Light daily face lotion | Moisturizer | AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion |
| Oily, blemish-prone skin | Treat | Blemish Control Gel |
| Rough, bumpy texture | Body care | SA Smoothing Cream 10% Urea |
| Daily sun protection | Protect | Invisible Hydrating SPF50+ Fluid Sunscreen |
Cleansers
- Foaming Cleanser Gel 236ml — a gel cleanser with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide for normal to oily skin. Also in 473ml and 88ml.
- Hydrating Cleanser Normal to Dry 236ml — a creamy cleanser for normal to dry skin. Also in 473ml.
- Blemish Control Cleanser — a salicylic acid cleanser for blemish-prone skin.
- SA Smoothing Cleanser 236ml and 473ml — a salicylic acid cleanser for rough, bumpy texture.
Browse more in Cleansers and Oily Skin Cleansers.
Moisturizers for face and body
- Moisturizing Cream 177ml, 340ml, 454g and 50ml — a rich cream with ceramides and hyaluronic acid for dry skin.
- Moisturizing Lotion 236ml, 473ml and 88ml — a lighter lotion for daily use.
- AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion — a face lotion for the morning.
- PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion — a face lotion for the evening.
- Oil Control Moisturizing Gel Cream — a gel cream for oily skin.
- Soothing and Repairing Hand Cream — a hand cream for dry hands.
More in Moisturizers & Creams and Ceramides. Need help with a full routine? Read our oily skin routine guide.
Targeted care: blemishes, texture and retinol
- Blemish Control Gel — a spot treatment gel with salicylic acid.
- SA Smoothing Cream 10% Urea — a body cream for rough, bumpy skin.
- Resurfacing Retinol Serum — a retinol serum for uneven texture and post-acne marks.
- Eye Repair Cream — an eye cream for dark circles and puffiness.
See Acne & Blemishes and Eye Care. New to acne products? Read our acne guide first.
Sun protection
- Invisible Hydrating SPF50+ Fluid Sunscreen 50ml, 75ml and 177ml — a hydrating daily sunscreen.
- Invisible Dry Touch Fluid SPF50+ — a dry-touch fluid for normal to oily skin.
See Sunscreens, or read our sunscreen guide.
Tip: A simple CeraVe routine is a cleanser, a moisturizer and a sunscreen. Add one treatment at a time and give it 2-3 weeks. Use the retinol serum at night only, wear sunscreen every morning, and patch-test first. Want to compare brands? See the La Roche-Posay guide or the Bioderma guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Which CeraVe cleanser is right for my skin?
The Foaming Cleanser Gel is made for normal to oily skin, and the Hydrating Cleanser for normal to dry skin. For rough or bumpy texture, look at the SA Smoothing Cleanser.
What is the difference between CeraVe Moisturizing Cream and Lotion?
The cream is richer and suits dry skin on the face and body. The lotion is lighter and easier to spread for daily use.
Can I use CeraVe AM and PM lotions together?
They are made for different times of day: AM in the morning and PM in the evening. Use whichever fits your routine, and always add sunscreen in the morning.
Is the CeraVe retinol serum for every day?
Start slowly, a couple of nights a week, and use it at night only. Wear sunscreen every morning and stop if your skin feels irritated.
Is CeraVe at lo la original?
Yes. lo la sells original products from authorised suppliers and delivers across all governorates of Egypt.
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