Cerave Blemish Control Cleanser
With 2% Salicylic acid
Gentle cleanser for acne- prone and oily skin
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is a refreshing gel-to-foam cleanser crafted for blemish-prone and oily skin types that helps reduce breakouts in one week*. It is a powerful yet gentle formula, enriched with 2% salicylic acid and niacinamide that effectively addresses blemishes while preserving your skin’s natural barrier. It penetrates the pores, eliminates the root causes of spots, blemishes, acne, and blackheads, while minimizing the appearance of pores. The advanced Oil-Absorbing Technology and three essential ceramides work together to control shine, remove excess oil, and wash away impurities, ensuring skin feels soft, smooth, and rejuvenated. This non-drying, fragrance-free cleanser respects your skin’s natural barrier and helps prevent future breakouts, leaving you with a refreshed and balanced complexion after each use.
*Based on Clinical Evaluation 1 Week After Use, N=48
AQUA / WATER • COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE • GLYCERIN • SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE • NIACINAMIDE • SALICYLIC ACID • SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE • PEG-150 PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE • GLUCONOLACTONE • SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE • CERAMIDE NP • CERAMIDE AP • CERAMIDE EOP • CARBOMER • CALCIUM GLUCONATE • TRIETHYL CITRATE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE • CHOLESTEROL • COCONUT ACID • TETRASODIUM EDTA • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID • TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE • HECTORITE • PHYTOSPHINGOSINE • XANTHAN GUM • ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • BENZOIC ACID
- Visibly reduces blackheads and blemishes and reduces breakouts in one week*
- It gently exfoliates dead skin cells and prevents clogged pores, visibly reducing blackheads and the cause of blemishes.
- Its Oil-absorbing technology removes excess oil and and controls the shine on the face.
- Leaves the skin feeling healthy, comfortable and refreshed.
- Dermatologically-tested to be suitable for people with blemish and acne-prone skin.
*Based on Clinical Evaluation 1 Week After Use, N=48
Step 1: Dispense some product with the pump onto wet hands and gently massage it into your skin.
Step 2: Rinse off completely. It is recommended to use this product both in the morning and evening.
Avoid contact with the eyes, and if accidental contact happens, rinse thoroughly with water.
Product Features & Benefits
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Salicylic Acid
Exfoiliates and softens to smooth rough skin -
Niacinamide
Helps calm skin
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser good for acne?
Yes! Powered by the advanced Oil-Absorbing Technology and formulated with 2% salicylic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides, this CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser cleanses, penetrates pores, reduces acne and breakouts in one week*, minimizes blackheads, and controls excess oil, making it an effective yet gentle anti-acne cleanser for oily, blemish-prone skin.
*Based on Clinical Evaluation 1 Week After Use, N=48 -
Can I use CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser every day?
Yes! CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is recommended for daily use, both morning and evening. Its non-drying, fragrance-free mattifying gel formula with three essential ceramides helps protect the skin barrier while controlling oil, making it suitable as an everyday acne-control cleanser for oily, acne and blemish-prone skin.
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What should I use after CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser?
After using CeraVe cleanser for acne-prone skin, follow with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer like CeraVe Oil Control Moisturizing Gel Cream For Oily Skin to maintain hydration and support your skin barrier. During the day, finish your skincare routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
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How do I know if my anti-acne cleanser is working?
You will know your anti-acne cleanser is working if you see fewer new breakouts, reduced excess oil, and clearer-looking pores over time. For instance, the dermatologist-tested CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser minimizes the appearance of pores, removes excess oil, reduces acne, breakouts in one week*, leaving your skin feeling soft, smooth, and rejuvenated.
*Based on Clinical Evaluation 1 Week After Use, N=48 -
Can I use a blemish control cleanser every day?
Yes, a gentle anti-acne cleanser like CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser can be used daily. Designed for oily and blemish-prone skin, it removes excess oil, helps prevent clogged pores, and supports the skin barrier. For best results, use it twice a day.
Find the Right CeraVe Products for You
| Skin Type | Concern | Key Benefits | Key Ingredients | Texture | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerave Blemish Control Cleanser |
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Acne & Blemish-Prone Skin | Acne, Blemishes, Oiliness, and Blackheads |
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Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Ceramides
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Gel-To-Foam |
| CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for Dry Skin |
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Normal to Dry Skin | Moisture Balance |
|
Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid
|
Cream |
| CeraVe Foaming Oil-Free Cleanser |
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Normal to Oily Skin | Oil Control |
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Ceramides, Niacinamide
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Foaming Gel |
| Cerave SA Smoothing Cleanser |
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Dry, Rough, & Bumpy Skin | Gentle Exfoliation |
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Ceramides, Salicylic Acid
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Gel |