Which CeraVe acne product is right for you?

Hey skincare nerds! 👋 Welcome back! This week we’re talking about acne and reviewing the CeraVe acne line to help you figure out which CeraVe product is best for your acne, whether it’s inflammatory acne or non-inflammatory acne!
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⭐️ CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser (2% Salicylic Acid) - $13.99
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⭐️ CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser (4% Benzoyl Peroxide) - $14.99
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⭐️ CeraVe Acne Control Gel (2% Salicylic Acid) - $17.99
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⭐️ CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum - $19.99
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🎥 Video breakdown
0:00 Intro
0:35 Non-inflammatory acne vs. inflammatory acne
1:38 CeraVe acne line
2:23 CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser & salicylic acid
5:22 CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser & benzoyl peroxide
8:09 CeraVe salicylic acid vs. benzoyl peroxide cleanser
8:46 CeraVe Acne Control Gel
10:44 CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum
12:45 Which CeraVe acne product should you use?
13:14 How to layer CeraVe acne products?
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[@Rosielinsky]

I thought this was lil tay 😭

[@jmanceogaming8493]

You hell 😂😂😂😂

[@-Rubatosis-]

Me too!!!😅

[@pocahontas7364]

Looool same

[@itsyaboiherman]

Same!!!😂😂😂😂

[@daphniepierre4745]

I had alot of acne and big pimples on my cheeks. I tried the Cerave SA cleanser for 2 weeks it re results were amazing please give that a try if nothing's working for u♡♡ Great vid again Cathy!

[@althealousie3725]

For the SA cleanser, do you recommend it to use everyday?

[@daphniepierre4745]

@althealousie yeah for me I used it everyday with the niacinamide from the ordinary as well as the alpha Arbutin also from the ordinary paired with a face lotion from Cerave . Always pair with sunscreen ( cakemake mermaid gel sunscreen) in the morning. Hoped that helped ;)

[@bluesyrupgc4224]

Same. I’m using the Inkey List and Ordinary but Cerave SA Cleanser helped me when my face was at its worst. Highly recommend for people who are suffering from acne breakouts

[@YOUSSEF-sf9un]

@@daphniepierre4745 the us one? THERE ARE 2 VERSIONS OF THAT SA!

[@nu55]

i struggled with acne my whole life and i can confirm that cerave SA cleanser is a life saver ive had clear skin ever since 🤍 its really good for acne prone skin!!

[@mickel8211]

I love your videos. Literally a question will pop up into my head about my skin and routine and you’ll answer it immediately!!! You’re so resourceful and I’m so happy I found your channel!

[@CathyonSkincare]

Love that we’re thinking the same thing!!!

[@ponnakmoniktoch5216]

I finally know what to choose now😭😭 u clarify very clearly, othr creators doesnt break down like this. Thank you so much!!!

[@kidssongs6674]

Yes I have whiteheads everything just mentions blackheads this is so helpful

[@kamarymcfarlane326]

You’re literally a life saver…, my skin has never felt better

[@beanbuff6946]

I got v oily acne prone skin but been using cerave acne foaming cleanser at night i am loving it!!! Though one time I left it on for too long on my face it gave me redness and was a bit itchy too. Strong stuff. I did notice it actually does help me have less inflammatory acne so I'll definitely be purchasing a 2nd one soon.

[@arrow1042]

Can you use it for both morning and night? Or just once a day? Thanks

[@mandytiti4995]

@@arrow1042 I use mine morning and night. I use the Cerave SA Renewing Cleanser

[@kanwalali8454]

@@mandytiti4995 is it good for acne stopping?

[@taiebamehbin619]

I was having trouble choosing which cleanser i should go for. Thank you for making it clear!

[@user-tf7kp5ns4t]

Bro words can’t express how much I love you for this

[@deniserosario9279]

Hello Cathy! I just recently found your channel and I’m happy that I did. You’re so cute and your contents are really helpful. I love how you explain - you’re smiling looking like you’re really enjoying what you’re doing and I love how you simplify complicated things (so your viewers could understand it). Sending love from the Philippines. More power to your channel 💕🥰

[@jijodobbas]

don't know why but I just love your channel and hope that the algorithm picks you up more some time :)

[@letsnot4222]

Hey Cathy! I've been binging all your videos, because of you my skin is soooo much better , you convinced me to buy the maelove vitamin c and the cerave ultralight hydrating lotion spf 30. And I am loving it! Would you mind doing a deep dive in the total acne set from the Korean Skincare company "Medicube"? I've always had my finger on the trigger but not a lot of content creators have made reviews of the company and products. Would really mean a lot if you consider my suggestion! Or even just responding with a reply to my comment I would be sosososo grateful. Thanks for all the quality content you dish out, always excited when you upload!

[@oceane577]

Cathy could you please make a video about your makeup routine, like maybe a basic routine for teenagers because your makeup it's so fresh and radiant ✨✨

[@kvltwalter]

My sternum broke out really bad recently when I haven't had a problem with that in a long time. I used the CeraVe benzol peroxide cleanser followed by the Versed salicylic acid spray twice a day and when there was just hyperpigmentation left I faded the red marks with the retinol serum. It worked! Super effective.

[@svetluska954]

Such a shame that none of these cerave products are available in my country... :(

[@HELEX280]

Lol

[@RuthieSobey]

first of all, i absolutely love your channel!! second, i’ve had the retinol serum for a while now and i always thought i couldn’t use a benzoyl peroxide cleanser with it, but i just bought the cleanser and i’m going to try them together tonight! (slow and low of course🥰)

[@ayoolascott]

How have the products been working for you?

[@RuthieSobey]

@@ayoolascott honestly my skin is kinda the same😞 i mean the parts of my face that are typically clear look extra smooth and glowy but i’m still breaking out in my usual spots. i’m hoping to see better results if i keep using the products

[@ayoolascott]

@@RuthieSobey thanks for your reply, and best of luck. I know we have to give these things time. I wanted to try the acne control cleanser but can’t find it anywhere! I recently purchased the pm face cream which I really like

[@RuthieSobey]

@@ayoolascott aw thank you! and i haven’t tried the acne control cleanser either!! i might have to try that one if i can find it lol. i really like cerave products so that’s why i usually go for them. best of luck to you too!!

[@ayoolascott]

@@RuthieSobey your welcome, and thank you! I am really liking their products as well :)

[@user-ti5hk4go9m]

I don’t have acne but cerave sa cleanser and lotion is great sometimes but I don’t use everyday because it can be bit drying. It helps with texture

[@graci7919]

cant believe it's almost 1 year since i started watching your videos!! love ur vids as always

[@maryjabernyiri8497]

Thanks Cathy I just came a cross your channel and this information will really help me. I do appreciate and yes you got a new subscriber. Be blessed.

[@drc4168]

I have zero luck with CeraVe (the am 25spf moisturiser...what a bizarre product 😢) HOWEVER the acne control cleanser (blemish control where I live) is fantastic. Use every 2 or 3 days, oily/acneic skin will love it. I follow up with La Roche Cicaplast Baume. ❤

[@pakunxda]

I’m allergic to benzoyl peroxide, but I also have huge break outs 😭😭

[@ytvermon8435]

I have a mix of non inflammed and inflammed acne, what should I use then???

[@nehamozumder2526]

I went to dermatologist here in Italy .The doc prescribed me expensive cleanser ,creams and gave me medication.But for me nothing worked. In stead it worsened my acne problems. So i went back on my own routine which were benefitting me. I have now started using CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser, la roche posay effeclar duo(+) and la roche posay sunscreen .Hope these works for me. I didn't know about the things that i have to be cautious about while using salicylic acid.It's great i got to know about it before it is too late .As i have now started using it.

[@imjennyha]

I wish this video was available when I was a teen! great video Cathy!

[@CathyonSkincare]

Thanks Jenny! Love ya! 💜

[@beeboozled6422]

Cathy could you please make a video about body skincare, like maybe a basic routine and some product recommendations? Love your videos xx

[@CathyonSkincare]

Ooh love that idea!!! I wasn’t sure if you guys wanted to see something like that but I’ve wanted to do that for awhile!!!

[@raheemremi1147]

This was helpful been really on my skin care journey and learned a lot from this video

[@authentic_jess]

I still moisturize after I wash with this too with the pm ultralight weight by cerave I love it 🥰🥰🥰

[@afriend5107]

I used the benzoyl peroxide cleanser and it actually cleared out my acne in 2-3 weeks. I was a bit too late dicovering cerave because I have scars on my face because of very bad acne in the past and a habit of picking my acne. Now I am trying to add the retinol serum to my routine in hopes of it helping my skin😢

[@Azn_ns101]

Update?

[@MonolithicCyanTsunami]

Try bio oil on the scars twice a day, it’s really really good and doesn’t cause acne

[@lujza3533]

Thank you soo much! I wanted to stick to my new skincare routine and this helped a lot

[@duaasiddiqui9009]

Please talk about dry skin and acne problems as well and which cerave products are good for dry sensitive and acne prone skin

[@taylorlynn8144]

Came here to pick out which cleanser and what other products to use(:

[@pax3440]

Oh also! If I’m getting inflammatory and non inflammatory acne, do i use both the cleanser and and the foaming cream cleanser? Thank you so much

[@death_knell]

Hi Cathy!! I love this video and how informative it it! I have skin texture on my forehead (fungal acne 🤷🏼‍♀️), actual pimples, but i hate when my skin is dry. What cleanser do you think I should use to get rid of acne and texture without drying my skin out?

[@janetasante4537]

I do have small small pimples like rashes,and oily skin...which cerave product will be best for it

[@pax3440]

Hi Cathy! Such awesome content! Thank you so much. I use the cerave moisturizing lotion for my face, can I use that as well after i use acne foaming cream cleanser & resurfacing retinol serum?

[@philippena9970]

I just bought cerave acne control cleanser and paula's choice bha 2%. Can I use them together or is it too much ? I'm new to skin care routine and I have an oil skin with bit acne. Thanks a lot !

[@ancrsings2037]

Can u make a video of good makeup to use when u have acne? My acne isn’t that bad but the makeup makes it worse.

[@nashrasultanahasan5417]

Can acne control cleanser be used by dry acne prone skin?

[@kydenswae]

YAY !! NEW VIDEO !!

[@CathyonSkincare]

Yayyyy!!! I’m going to shoot another one now but I’ll be back in the comments with you guys right after that one’s done!

[@mikaylalindsay6028]

ever since watching your videos, you've literally saved my skin

[@StephanieVeeMusic]

This was VERY helpful. Thank you so much!

[@camicavalli1888]

Wow that was super useful, thank you ❤

[@rahulsaini2799]

Can be used this mix of CeraVe To clean- Acne control Cleanse To treat- Resurfacing rational serum Then Moisturize

[@oukchanmonyrath6509]

I'm at the age of 12 right now and I'm already starting to break out. my pores are more visible and blackheads are my main problem white heads also but not as much as blackheads, my foreheads are starting to have tiny bumps all over which I'm starting to take notice of. I have oily skin and I'm looking for a cleanser that could get rid of those clogged pores/blackheads/whiteheads/bumps and a simple gentle exfoliator. So which do you recommend? right now I'm thinking of wanting the Cerave Acne foaming cleanser BP4% but I I'm still not quite sure if it's the right one. I'm also interested in the foaming facial cleanser, SA, and acne control. yeah, so I'm really stuck in picking which.

[@noumihassan3919]

I have oily skin. Can I use the resurfacing retinol serum as a night time moisturizer?

[@vividiaz8945]

i liked this video a lot; thank you girllll

[@sarahsingh1197]

Cathy can you please review the Paulas Choice regular strength Clear set? I would love your opinion on it and if it’s worth it. I have oily sensitive acne prone skin and a lot of hormonal acne and I’m struggling to find the right skincare routine for myself!

[@lavayuki]

I just get the odd breakout rarely but have dry skin. I use the PC BHA and the Azeliac acid booster but it’s so expensive

[@eveanse]

If you touch a white pimple head and then touch another place where theres no pimples, og a pimple touches for example a pillow and then you skin touches that spot on the pillow, does that mean that a pimple will come there? Cuz you leave something pimple thing there?

[@carrlinsmith8382]

Is it okay to use one for the morning and the other one for the night?

[@enasultana5176]

and your smile is so sweet😍

[@Iamvinci]

Great breakdown. What does the control gel go with if you can't pair it with cream cleanser (benzoyl peroxide) or control cleanser (salicylic acid)? Thanks

[@homie_omi]

Skin fix released an acne line!! Obsessed with the brand. What are your thoughts?

[@soralasilber9737]

Is this cleanser good for very sensitive skin and is it oil free and won’t clog your pores

[@hbbhbb5818]

I have a question so if I use the acne control cleanser in the morning then at night I use the retinol cream will it work??

[@jinriepark7868]

just bought those from Walmart. How has it been? Have you tried it? @Cathy any opinion of this combo?

[@habibasyeda5366]

Just a quick question, I have purchased the blemish control cleanser & the blemish gel & the retinol, can I use the blemish gel and the retinol serum after too? Is that okay ? Or is that bad idea? Or shud I use retinol in am and the gel at pm ? Xxx

[@mukulljalota]

Hey i like your videos alot really appreciate the way to describe the things love it by this video i started the cerave acne control cleanser nd it suits my skin but i after that i feel i need any kind of moisturizer so wondering which cerave moisturizer would be great after the CERAVE ACNE CONTROL CLEANER Thank you so much ❤

[@hermionagrangerova3686]

I can’t order the benzoyl peroxide face wash from any website. It’s not on any website in my country (czech republic). And other website s don’t ship this to czech republic. Im really frustrated.

[@jwhoareyouu]

Question what if i have inlafammatory and non inflammatory should i use both sa and benzoyl

[@ajazpatel9475]

I'm getting inflammatory acne on my chin part and i have been trying SA cleanser and SA mosturiser but there is no effective result of it. could you please recommend which product I should use it to get rid from acne.

[@roroyourboat17]

Hi Cathy, is it fine to use the SA Renewing cleanser in the morning and Acne Foaming cleanser at night?

[@anashasamaroo533]

Too much salicylic acid 😬

[@kasfiyaurmi5910]

Hello cathy i have acne pro skin nd open pores forhead bumps. Please suggested me which products suitable for me 😊thanks in advance. Love from Bangladesh ❤️

[@veerlev2735]

Hi Cathy, you've been talking about using the products on your face, but can you also use the products on your back?

[@Truffoire]

Thank you for sharing your experience.😎💖

[@giovannaaparicio1708]

Is ok if i use both the niacinamide serum from ordinary and the Acne Control Cleanser??

[@no-rt3uy]

Yes the cleanser even has niacinamide in it!!

[@saarynwashington]

Hi I am using the CeraVe acne control cleanser but what is a routine you recomend that I use with it? Like what type of moisturizer should I use

[@Neon-rq6nd]

the acne control gel or paulas choice 2%? which is better

[@tanyukheng1828]

Paula's Choice is for large area, acne gel should be use as a spot treatment

[@GgMagical]

Great review thanks ♥️👍

[@judyyprm]

When using the cerave acne control gel at night, which cream / moisturizer would be best to use at daytime or on the days of the week you don‘t use the acne control gel? :)

[@bluemakesmehappy]

Plz help me to find good cleanser for my dry acne prone skin

[@nyliapalatis6899]

Is it okay to use the combo? Acne foam cleanser+ resuf retinol?

[@ruetheduck7760]

hi Cathy, Really helpful video

[@vianstheir77]

i used it for 3 days and whenever i put those two products it burn as hell i don’t know what to do

[@R.Ablack]

Hi I'm a new subscriber, also new to skin care routine.. can you please tell me the steps to apply cleanser , moisturizer and serum ?

[@Lea-wn9uf]

Could I use the benzoyl peroxide cleanser on one day and a salicylic acid liquid exfoliant on another day ?

[@samsam060402]

Your skin could be drying out pretty fast, watch out for that. Intoduce products slowly to ur skin

[@toobakazi8949]

@@samsam060402 hey I have closed comedones on forehead it’s been 2 months they are not going away which one I should buy salicylic acid cleanser or benzoyl peroxide one ??

[@samsam060402]

@@toobakazi8949 would go for a bha, it's a peeling problem not a bacteria problem

[@toobakazi8949]

@@samsam060402 what about cerave sa cleanser

[@_lanerarosa344]

@@toobakazi8949 bha is salicylic acid (:

[@parisakirmani7020]

can a 15 year old use this cerave cleanser with 4% benzoyl peroxide ? I mean is that safe or is it a high concentration to use for me

[@_wisteria_796]

Is it fine to alternate cerave acne control cleanser and cerave foam cleanser combined with cerave retinol through the week ? Or is it even possible to use the first one in the morning et the 2 other at night ???

[@alveerahman7792]

My age 17. I have whitehead and clogged pores. I am using cerave sa smoothing cleanser. Is this one is good for my ouly skin and this age. Plz tell me dear

[@Highimjas22]

The sa smoothing cleanser contains corn oil which can cause more breakouts for some with acne prone skin, if you find this using this cleanser the acne control cleanser might work better for you

[@mint8667]

When to use cerave acne gel? How many times a day? Apply all over the face or only on the acne area?

[@no-rt3uy]

Only on acne area!!

[@megsandrada]

I recently started using CeraVe retinol at night and benzoyl peroxide from Galderma in the morning. Is that even okay?

[@abayomienitanomowunmi5738]

Pls !!! Which one can I actually go for ??? My skin is oily and am having sunburn

[@SP-qh2zw]

Does the acne control cleanser is to prevent acne, i mean, is it a product that I must use for life or when do i know i have to stop using it since it exfoliates, can i alternate another cleanser with the cerave cleanser once my acne is better, how many days a week can I use it if i have oily skin??

[@erinlarge5649]

Love the information thank you! But that popping sound every few seconds is irritating.

[@deisevfarias]

If I don't have acne but I want the acid, should I use this one?

[@Xkoun800nta]

It's good for sentisive skin ?

[@allthethingsintheworldarab2502]

I did use niacinamide before so can I start using the retinol from 4 times a week

[@eleric2410]

If I used acne control gel can I use daily moisturizer lotion over it ?!

[@user-dp9fv2ux7l]

I have mandalic acid in my skin care routine ...is it ok for me To use the cerave SA cleanser. Btw i have sensitive combination To dry skin .

[@JessicaRoseCallaghan]

Great video. 😍 is it possible to use both of the face washes but switching between then throughout the week?

[@CathyonSkincare]

Yeah! You can alternate between them 🤗

[@R.Ablack]

What is the difference between toner and serum ? Are both necessary for a routine ?

[@seqwavess9485]

Toner helps balance the ph level of the skin and helps the cleanser not to be too harsh and drying Serum can be many things! There are many types serums.

[@radinwasir4426]

Cereve renewing sa cleanser vs inkey list salicylic acid cleanser?

[@CathyonSkincare]

The renewing sa cleanser is more gentle, the inkey list bha cleanser is more for if you have oily skin, have more actives in your routine, plus it’s cruelty free. The newer cerave acne control cleanser is if you want an all-in-one and fewer products. Hope that helps!

[@cleidegawane2133]

Can you use all of them?

[@caseyatsyor3963]

Can you use the retinal and the acne control cleanser in one?

[@Diticaaa0]

Quastion. My brother has problems with acne. He has his therapy with Roaccoutane (by dermatologist) but he is interested for using cleanser and some hydratizing cream. So he has combo skin, acne, pigmentations and dry skin spots (side effect of the therapy). Do you have some advice? Thank you! 😊

[@Kiyana323]

Go check out labeautyologist she is an esthetician, she goes through each Cerave cleanser for you and explains each and every benefit for your skin.

[@Diticaaa0]

@@Kiyana323 thanks 😊

[@someartslotsofmeows]

I thought it's lil Tay lol

[@user-lb9ge4fg4b]

Hi I didn’t get the name of the acne control for serious acne

[@soralasilber9737]

Is it over drying to the skin is it oil free the cleaner

[@Vflytrap10312]

has cerave removed Acne control cleanser? I cant seem to find it

[@Teddy-rh8vl]

I have an oily skin and in summer, I'll get this tiny bumps on my forehead (which looks like closed comedones) and as the summer ends, my bumps will disappear 😂. I'm new to CeraVe, which one should I go for Acne Control SA cleanser or the Foaming Facial Cleanser ? Any help would be perfect :)

[@CathyonSkincare]

Hey! Have you watched my tiny bumps video on fungal acne vs ccs?

[@bon5302]

Do I still use this routine even tho I have combination skin?

[@hbbhbb5818]

What will happen if I use the acne control cleanser then I put the acne resurfacing retinol??