Hydrating cream-to-foam cleanser
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cerave Hydrating cream-to-foam cleanser scores 8.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Holds the formula together
Holds the formula together
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes cerave Hydrating cream-to-foam cleanser stand out
cerave Hydrating cream-to-foam cleanser is an excellent cleanser with an overall score of 8.1/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Pca, Ceramide Np — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (7.2) and low irritation risk (9.5) and active strength (6.9).
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
Key ingredients
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Pca
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Ceramide Np
Works on your skin — #15 in the INCI list
- ✶Ceramide Ap
Works on your skin — #16 in the INCI list
- ✶Ceramide Eop
Works on your skin — #17 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
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60 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together20
- Draws in moisture13
- Works on your skin9
- Other ingredient5
- Formula balancers5
- Keeps the product fresh5
- Softens and smooths2
- Added colour1