Struggling with acne? You're not alone. Welcome to your crash course on clearer skin with CeraVe! Our products are developed with dermatologists containing actives to treat acne effectively and 3 skin-identical ceramides that will not disrupt your skin barrier.
ACNE MYTH #1:
You shouldn't moisturize if you have acne.
If your skin is on the oilier side, as acne-prone skin often is, you may feel that moisturizing will only make it worse. Skipping moisturizer can leave your skin feeling dehydrated, which can cause it to produce excess sebum (oil) in an attempt to compensate. This heightened oil production can clog your pores and lead to breakouts. To maintain hydration without aggravating acne, use lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizers specifically formulated for acne-prone skin.
ACNE MYTH #2:
You need harsh products to clear skin.
If you have acne, your impulse may be to pile on as many acne-fighting ingredients as you can to clear your skin up quickly. But stronger doesn't mean better. When it comes to acne, sometimes less is more, and contrary to popular belief, a skin-burning sensation during treatment is not a good thing. CeraVe's products for acne-prone skin are developed with dermatologists to help minimize acne breakout without disrupting the skin's protective barrier.
ACNE MYTH #3:
Acne is caused by dirty skin.
Oftentimes, when people have acne, they assume it means their skin is dirty and resort to harsh scrubs for clean skin. However, over-washing can disrupt your skin barrier and worsen acne. Dirt doesn't cause acne; it's clogged pores from excess sebum, dead skin cells, and bacteria that do. For effective care, wash your face twice daily with a gentle, non-drying cleanser developed for acne-prone skin.
Acne Control Gel
Significant reduction in pore appearance
CeraVe Acne Control Gel is a hydrating, daily acne treatment with 2% salicylic acid that clears acne and helps prevent new breakouts from forming.
Acne Foaming Cream Wash
Significant reduction in visible redness
CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Wash for face & body is our first-ever acne treatment product developed with the highest concentration of benzoyl peroxide available without a prescription to treat acne without disrupting the skin barrier.
Resurfacing Retinol Serum
Significant reduction in discoloration & hyperpigmentation
Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum helps smooth your skin’s texture by reducing the appearance of post-acne marks, minimizing the look of pores and improving your skin’s surface.