How to: Cleanse Like a Derm with CeraVe

The Cleansingtons face their biggest threat yet: bad cleansing habits.

Can a cleanser developed with dermatologists with 3 essential ceramides save their skin?

Dr. Marisa Garshick,

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Dr. Wallace Nozile

Board-Certified Dermatologist

FIND THE RIGHT CLEANSER FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE

Normal to oily skin

Normal to dry skin

Normal, rough & bumpy skin

Acne-prone skin

DRY to very dry skin

Don't know your skin type? Find out now

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Normal to oily skin Routine

Foaming Cleanser

CLEANSE

Foaming Cleanser

Target

Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

MOISTURISE

AM Facial Moisturising Lotion with SPF 15

Normal to dry skin Routine

Hydrating Cleanser

CLEANSE

Hydrating Cleanser

TARGET

Hyaluronic Acid Serum

MOISTURISE

AM Facial Moisturising Lotion with SPF 15

NORMAL, ROUGH & BUMPY SKIN ROUTINE

SA Smoothing Cleanser

CLEANSE

SA Smoothing Cleanser

Exfoliate

SA Smoothing Cream

Moisturise

AM Facial Moisturising Lotion with SPF 15

ACNE-PRONE SKIN ROUTINE

Blemish Control Cleanser

CLEANSE

Blemish Control Cleanser

Treat

Blemish Control Gel

MOISTURISE

Moisturising Lotion

DRY to very dry skin ROUTINE

Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser

CLEANSE

Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser

Target

Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Moisturise

Moisturising Cream

DO'S

DONT'S

Do choose a cleanser based on your skin type.

Choosing a cleanser for your specific skin type can help effectively clean your skin without unwanted side effects.

Do cleanse your face twice daily.

Cleanse once in the morning and once at night. It’s also important to cleanse your skin after sweating heavily.

Do listen to the experts.

Choose a dermatologist-recommended skincare brand with gentle cleansers. Seek the help of a board-certified dermatologist when needed.

Don’t choose harsh formulas.

Some cleansers contain harsh, drying ingredients. CeraVe cleansers are formulated without alcohol, sulfates, or fragrance.

Don’t wash your face too often (or not enough).

Over-cleansing and under-cleansing can both impact your skin’s appearance. Find a balance in your cleansing routine.

Don’t skip moisturizer and sunscreen.

After cleansing, Moisturise to help hydrate your skin and sunscreen to protect from harmful UV rays.

Uncover the truth behind your skincare habits

You wash your skin with hot water.

You wash your face twice daily, plus after sweating.

You Moisturise after washing your face.

You go to bed with your make up on.

You choose your cleanser based on your skin type.

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Swipe right for the habits you follow and left for the habits you don't. In the dramatic world of skincare, are you the skin barrier savior or the victim of the evil clone's schemes?

"It's important to choose the correct cleanser for your specific skin type. CeraVe cleansers are developed with dermatologists, containing 3 essential ceramides that restore the skin's natural barrier."

Dr. Dustin Portela, Board certified dermatologist