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CeraVe
AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Mineral sunscreen, for barrier repair and hydration.
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From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Dryness & dehydration
How to use
Steps 1 Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure 2 Reapply at least every two hours Tips Unlock the pump for first-time use by twisting it to the left and pressing down several times until the product comes out. (Note: You may have to press down on the pump as many as 10-20 times to initially begin dispensing lotion.) Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun exposure. Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging . To decrease this risk, regularly use sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher, along with other sun protection measures , including: Limit time in the sun (especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.) Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses
Caution
Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun exposure. Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging . To decrease this risk, regularly use sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher, along with other sun protection measures , including: Limit time in the sun (especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.) Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses
What's inside
Ingredients List
19 trigger at least one check · 22 trigger none
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Ceramide3
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Benefits
Hydrating8
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair14
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Niacinamide, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Phytosphingosine, Tocopherol, Zinc Oxide
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Glycine Soja Oil, Niacinamide
Sun Protection4
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Anti-Pollution5
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Dimethicone, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol, Zinc Oxide
Concerns
May Trigger Acne6
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis16
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris6
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20, Tocopherol
Ingredients Explained
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Homosalate
Fragrance, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Homosalate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Homosalate →Zinc Oxide
Antimicrobial, Bulking, Colorant, Light Stabilizer, Oral Care, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Zinc Oxide is a mineral UV filter.
Learn more about Zinc Oxide →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →Butyloctyl Salicylate
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylate →Steareth-20
Cleansing, Cleansing, Emulsifying
Steareth-20 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Steareth-20 →
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- RoC Even Tone Daily Moisturizer SPF 3062% match
- Cetaphil Tinted Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 5061% match
- Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 3561% match