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7.6

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Renewing SA Cleanser

Name: cerave Renewing SA Cleanser
Brand: cerave

cleanser

Overall score7.6

cerave Renewing SA Cleanser scores 7.6/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Holds the formula together

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#5Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 that brightens and strengthens skin barrier

Score breakdown

Overall

7.6

Hydration Efficacy4.7

Irritation Risk9.5

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Ingredients

Niacinamide
Retinol
Hyaluronic Acid
Salicylic Acid

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Active Ingredient Strength7.1

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes cerave Renewing SA Cleanser stand out

cerave Renewing SA Cleanser is a solid cleanser with an overall score of 7.6/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Niacinamide, Gluconolactone — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5) and active strength (7.1). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger.

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

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture

Key ingredients

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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Niacinamide
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
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Gluconolactone
Works on your skin — #6 in the INCI list
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Salicylic Acid
Works on your skin — #9 in the INCI list
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Ceramide 6-11
Softens and smooths — #10 in the INCI list

What creators are saying

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Based on 2 creator reviews

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Full ingredient list

22 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Purified Water #2Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine #3Glycerin #4Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate #5Niacinamide #6Gluconolactone #7Sodium Methylcocoyl Taurate #8Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate #9Salicylic Acid #10Ceramide 6-11 #11Ceramide 3 #12Ceramide 1 #13Hyaluronic Acid #14Cholesterol Sodium Benzoate #15Zea Mays (Corn) Oil #16Disodium Edta #17Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate #18Cholecalciferol #19Phytosphingosine #20Xanthan Gum #21Carbomer #22Sodium Hydroxide

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient5
Softens and smooths5
Holds the formula together4
Works on your skin4
Draws in moisture3
Formula balancers1

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