CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM | 3 Ounce (Pack of 2) | Ultra Lightweight, Night Face Moisturizer | Fragrance Free

Seriously this CeraVe Moisturizing lotion is amazing!! My skin has been dried out from a recent change to freezing cold weather. My face has been dry and flaky, makeup was not applying on smoothly and I needed a quick fix. After purchasing this and using it for ONE night I have noticed an instant change. I woke up with a hydrated face this morning. A little bit of this goes a long way. I used about two pea sized squirts last night and it spread across my whole face. My face felt moisturized but not too oily. I can have sensitive skin at times (especially when dried out like this) and it did not irritate or sting one bit. If your face is feeling dry/dehydrated I highly recommend this product, money well spent!!

Best daily moisturizer

I use this moisturizer daily morning and night for probably 2 years. It is truly a game changer. Combined with ceravae face wash, it truly nourishes your skin. It changes the texture of your skin even after one use. My mom tried it when her skin was inflamed at the beach and she said it calmed her face immediately. Also I sometimes use a retinoid face cream in the evening for acne and it can be harsh and dry out my skin. I always use this cream combined with the retinoid to prevent dryness. It keeps my skin soft and clean. The nice thing about this product is it goes on your face cleanly and absorbs fast. Leaves 0 residue. When you wake up in the morning your skin feels soft and refreshed.

Goopy but wait…. A winner!!!

I bought this as an alternative to sunblock, my everyday moisturizer pre-makeup is Cetaphil and has been for two decades. I go to put it on and it’s thick, smells like sunblock and feels uncomfortable to rub on. Ok, I guess I was expecting miracles but then…. It’s fine! One you rub it all in, it does eventually dry (5 min perhaps, no need to pause to apply makeup) and the smell is gone! There is zero shine, dry to the touch and perfect for sensitive sunblock hating skin like mine. Added plus, use it on your neck and chest around the collar of your golf or t-shirt for the same eventually dry effect with added bonus, doesn’t streak your clothes white!!!

Great Dupe for A More Expensive SPF

To me, this is a great, and cost-effective dupe for a well-known dermatologist-recommended spf for acne-prone skin (this other product happens to be spf 46 and rhymes with "delta"). True, this only has spf 30, but aside from that the products look and feel the same. They are both hybrid zinc oxide/chemical sunscreens and they both heavily feature niacinamide as a star ingredient. The more expensive spf has lactic acid and instead this Cerave AM moisturizer has ceramides. Honestly, I'll take the ceramides over the lactic acid because I don't need my moisturizer/sunscreen to exfoliate - I'd rather it protect my skin which the ceramides will contribute to. So again, I think the only thing better about the more expensive product is the spf level 46. But for the price ... MoreTo me, this is a great, and cost-effective dupe for a well-known dermatologist-recommended spf for acne-prone skin (this other product happens to be spf 46 and rhymes with "delta"). True, this only has spf 30, but aside from that the products look and feel the same. They are both hybrid zinc oxide/chemical sunscreens and they both heavily feature niacinamide as a star ingredient. The more expensive spf has lactic acid and instead this Cerave AM moisturizer has ceramides. Honestly, I'll take the ceramides over the lactic acid because I don't need my moisturizer/sunscreen to exfoliate - I'd rather it protect my skin which the ceramides will contribute to. So again, I think the only thing better about the more expensive product is the spf level 46. But for the price difference I don't think it's worth it and I would also only use both as "daily" spfs anyway, not for heavy-duty outdoor activites.As for this AM moisturizer, to me it really is more like a sunscreen with some moisturizing properties, but it definitely feels like a sunscreen due to the zinc oxide content. If you are looking for more of a light moisturizer, I'd suggest the Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30. That one feels more like a moisturizer and less like an spf. But the downside to that one is that it doesn't have niacinamide, which I find helps with balancing oil production. All in all, this AM moisturizing lotion is a good solid choice, is non-irritating, doesn't break me out, and is a much, much cheaper alternative to the above-described more expensive product. It's not my favourite sunscreen overall, but I will keep it in rotation and would recommend it.

Great for oily skin

I don’t get all the bad reviews for this product. I have veryyyy oily acne prone skin and rarely switch up my facial products, but the stuff I’d been using previously (which I used for many years and loved) was just getting too expensive. In an attempt to save money I decided to cross my fingers and give this a go. That was during the pandemic and I’m still buying and using it with no major breakouts. In fact, everything I’ve read about HA makes me think it’s helped keep my skin clear, as it’s supposed to be good for acne. Of course everyone’s skin is different so maybe this stuff just agrees with mine. Overall very happy with the results and at an affordable price. (Tip: apply right after washing /toning /etc while skin is still damp. HA locks in moisture and works ... MoreI don’t get all the bad reviews for this product. I have veryyyy oily acne prone skin and rarely switch up my facial products, but the stuff I’d been using previously (which I used for many years and loved) was just getting too expensive. In an attempt to save money I decided to cross my fingers and give this a go. That was during the pandemic and I’m still buying and using it with no major breakouts. In fact, everything I’ve read about HA makes me think it’s helped keep my skin clear, as it’s supposed to be good for acne. Of course everyone’s skin is different so maybe this stuff just agrees with mine. Overall very happy with the results and at an affordable price. (Tip: apply right after washing /toning /etc while skin is still damp. HA locks in moisture and works best when skin isn’t totally dry:).

Had an adverse reaction to this PM lotion

I heard a lot of good things about CeraVe, and for context, I have been using their SA cleanser (as body cleanser), the body moisturizer, and therapeutic hand cream with no issues for a year now. so I decided to try their face products. I have been using this PM lotion since May 2022 and stopped in Dec 2022. I gave it chance after chance, to make sure it wasn't some other product/issue, but every time I use the PM lotion, it triggers a negative reaction on my skin. in the beginning, I patch tested it, and patch test was okay. so I started using it full face every night, and noticed that it would sting/burn my face (particularly around my nose/mouth), and my face would go red/patchy. for the next several days, I had severe flaking/peeling all around my face - for ... MoreI heard a lot of good things about CeraVe, and for context, I have been using their SA cleanser (as body cleanser), the body moisturizer, and therapeutic hand cream with no issues for a year now. so I decided to try their face products. I have been using this PM lotion since May 2022 and stopped in Dec 2022. I gave it chance after chance, to make sure it wasn't some other product/issue, but every time I use the PM lotion, it triggers a negative reaction on my skin. in the beginning, I patch tested it, and patch test was okay. so I started using it full face every night, and noticed that it would sting/burn my face (particularly around my nose/mouth), and my face would go red/patchy. for the next several days, I had severe flaking/peeling all around my face - for context, I had dead skin peels hanging off my chin/jawline in the morning. I double checked my other products and none of them have been reformulated, and they have been the same products/formulas for the past 2.5 years, so I knew the issue was likely the PM lotion. a week after I stopped using the PM lotion my skin immediately cleared up. I'm sad to say that while I've had an amazing experience with CeraVe's body/hand products, this face PM lotion did not work well for me. Something about it is too potent for my face skin. I will say that it is budget friendly, so for those who are able to use this, it's a cost-effective option.

Light, Fragrance Free, Effective Moisturizer

This is a light texture, non-greasy formula that I love in summer. (With heating on in winter, I usually use a more emollient formula.) I used an ingredient checker available online and the ingredients were rated best and good, which helped me decide to try this in the first place. I am also very pleased that I have not had any problems with it getting in my eyes. Normally if I get the tiniest bit of a moisturizer in my eyes, or too close to the lower lash line, I wake up with red, swollen eyes. I have never had a problem with this Cerave. (Maybe because there is no sunscreen in the night formula???) I highly recommend this. I am over 50 with dry skin. I think this would be good for all but the most oily skin. And I LOVE the price compared to the department store ... MoreThis is a light texture, non-greasy formula that I love in summer. (With heating on in winter, I usually use a more emollient formula.) I used an ingredient checker available online and the ingredients were rated best and good, which helped me decide to try this in the first place. I am also very pleased that I have not had any problems with it getting in my eyes. Normally if I get the tiniest bit of a moisturizer in my eyes, or too close to the lower lash line, I wake up with red, swollen eyes. I have never had a problem with this Cerave. (Maybe because there is no sunscreen in the night formula???) I highly recommend this. I am over 50 with dry skin. I think this would be good for all but the most oily skin. And I LOVE the price compared to the department store brands I often buy.

Perfect for dry or acne-prone skin

Pros: moisturizing enough to be used alone at night for dry skin, yet light enough to use during the day. No pilling, no residue, fast drying, layers well. Noticeable improvement in hyperpigmentation, skin tone, and evenness when using 2X/day. The best for acne prone and dry skin (currently using this alongside a prescription retinoid). Reduces irritation, especially after shaving. No scent. Cons: can sting for a few seconds, especially if skin is very dry. Small size, I wish I could use this as a body moisturizer too. Not going to make you “dewy” if that’s what you want. Not moisturizing enough on its own for very dry skin, like eczema patches, but mixes perfectly with pure petroleum jelly (petrolatum/vaseline) to make a thicker, heavier moisturizer that works very ... MorePros: moisturizing enough to be used alone at night for dry skin, yet light enough to use during the day. No pilling, no residue, fast drying, layers well. Noticeable improvement in hyperpigmentation, skin tone, and evenness when using 2X/day. The best for acne prone and dry skin (currently using this alongside a prescription retinoid). Reduces irritation, especially after shaving. No scent. Cons: can sting for a few seconds, especially if skin is very dry. Small size, I wish I could use this as a body moisturizer too. Not going to make you “dewy” if that’s what you want. Not moisturizing enough on its own for very dry skin, like eczema patches, but mixes perfectly with pure petroleum jelly (petrolatum/vaseline) to make a thicker, heavier moisturizer that works very well on eczema.

REALLY really good

This was my first foray into skincare many years ago when I decided to take skincare more seriously. This was 5-6 years ago. I am much more of a skincare enthusiast now, but back then my routine was much more simple and this product was an absolute STAPLE for me. I think this is one of the best moisturizers from the drugstore. It is very simple and lightweight; almost like a serum-lotion consistency that spreads really nicely. I love the addition of niacinamide. Niacinamide paired with ceramides and cholesterol is a wonderful barrier-restoring trio. This is probably my most purchased skincare product of all time; I think I have gone through 15 bottles or so over the years.

Really bad for sensitive skin

I heard other one star reviews getting it from Walmart online, and thought it was a knockoff because the quality of the product was so bad. Let me tell you I got this from rite aid, and it’s horrible for my skin. I have combo, sensitive skin and every time I use it it just breaks me out (as someone who doesn’t normally get a lot of acne). I know it’s this product too, because when I use my Aveeno foaming face wash and don’t use this product afterward my skin is fine. However, once I wash my face and put this product on afterward… immediate pimples the next day. I know products work different for people with different skin, but if you have sensitive, combo skin, I don’t suggest using this product. Which is weird I thought this was supposed to be a good brand.