CeraVe SA Renewing Cleanser (Face & Body)

Beta-hydroxy acid that exfoliates inside the pore. At 0.5% — half the OTC max — it is a well-tolerated, evidence-backed acne and KP ingredient.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a well-tolerated, evidence-backed ingredient that calms inflammation, supports the skin barrier, and helps regulate sebum production.

Ceramides are lipids naturally present in the skin barrier; topical application helps restore and maintain barrier function. CeraVe's three-ceramide complex is a well-formulated barrier-supporting blend.

Sodium hyaluronate is a humectant that attracts and holds water in the skin. It is well tolerated, non-irritating, and a meaningful addition to a daily moisturizer.

Coconut-derived amphoteric surfactant. Gentler than its cousin cocamidopropyl betaine but synthesised from the same dimethylaminopropylamine pathway, so impurities (DMAPA, amidoamine) can drive contact dermatitis in sensitive users.

Coconut-derived foam booster placed on California's Proposition 65 list in 2012 as a substance known to cause cancer (residual diethanolamine and nitrosamine concerns).

Synthetic preservative restricted by the EU at higher use levels over infant neurotoxicity concerns. Generally tolerated but a known sensitiser; some peer-reviewed studies report toxicity to human gland cells at approved concentrations.