Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser
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cerave Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser scores 8.0/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Works on your skin
One of the most effective humectants
Moisture-binding humectant and penetration enhancer
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes cerave Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser stand out
cerave Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser is an excellent cleanser with an overall score of 8.0/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Benzoyl Peroxide 4%. Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol — ingredients that actively target skin concerns.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5) and active strength (7.8).
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Anyone wanting visible results — solid active ingredient lineup
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
Key ingredients
- ✶Benzoyl Peroxide 4%. Water
Works on your skin — #1 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Propylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Ceramide Np
Works on your skin — #8 in the INCI list
- ✶Ceramide Ap
Works on your skin — #9 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
TikTokFull ingredient list
27 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin6
- Draws in moisture6
- Holds the formula together6
- Formula balancers5
- Other ingredient2
- Keeps the product fresh2