Opened the new bottle. Felt the texture. Immediately knew the skincare forums were about to burn down.
The real issue? They swapped the classic milky lotion for a clear gel-cream. It’s a vibe shift for a product millions use on autopilot.
It’s still the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser. ~$16. The claim? Same gentle cleanse, now with a “lighter texture.” Sure.
New Pump
A full pump now gives you half the product. Strategic or stingy? You decide.
No More Dye
Went fragrance-free years ago, now it’s dye-free too. Just a clear blob.
Same pH
They kept the 5.5 pH balance. Thank god for small mercies.
Photo: Lora Seis / Unsplash
Ceramides and hyaluronic acid are still headliners. They’re the bouncers that keep your skin barrier intact and hydrated.
- Ceramides 1, 3, 6-II: Patch up your skin’s brick wall
- Hyaluronic Acid: Holds water like a tiny sponge
- Glycerin: The OG humectant, pulls moisture from the air
- Niacinamide: Calms redness, but it’s low on the list here
Photo: Brad O’Reilly / Unsplash
It’s slick. Not oily-slick, but silicone-slick. Spreads like a serum, not a cream. Rinses with zero residue — almost too clean.
After two weeks, my skin didn’t freak out. But I missed the old emollient slip. This one feels like it evaporates.
My winter-dry cheeks felt a bit stripped. My oily T-zone? Loved it. It’s a split decision.
They fixed a texture nobody asked to be fixed. It’s a competent cleanser now, not a comforting one.