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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50

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CeraVe

Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50

sunscreen · 253 ml · Sun care

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 23-ingredient list, with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone) and mineral oil & petrolatum.

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50

  • Ceramides

    Skin-identical lipids that help hold the skin barrier together.

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

23 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua/WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  4. 4CaprylicA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  5. 5Ceteareth-20Ceteareth-20 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from fatty alcohols that helps oil…
  6. 6PetrolatumA soft, semi-solid mix of refined petroleum hydrocarbons, also called petroleum jelly.…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  7. 7Potassium PhosphatePotassium Phosphate is a mineral salt, made from potassium and phosphoric acid, that…
  8. 8Ceramide NpCeramide NP is a skin-identical lipid, a fat naturally found in the outer skin layer.…
  9. 9Ceramide ApCeramide AP is a skin-identical lipid, a type of ceramide, whose main job is to help…
  10. 10Ceramide EopCeramide EOP is a skin-identical lipid, a fat that is naturally part of the outer layer…
  11. 11CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  12. 12DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  13. 13Behentrimonium MethosulfateBehentrimonium methosulfate is a conditioning ingredient with a long fatty chain that…
  14. 14Sodium Lauroyl LactylateA mild emulsifier and surfactant made from lauric acid and lactic acid. It helps oil…
  15. 15Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  16. 16CholesterolCholesterol is a waxy, fat-like molecule that skin makes naturally, and in skincare it…
  17. 17Phenoxy-Ethanol
  18. 18Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  19. 19Dipotassium PhosphateDipotassium Phosphate is a mineral salt made from potassium and phosphoric acid. In…
  20. 20TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  21. 21PhytosphingosinePhytosphingosine is a skin-identical building block for ceramides, the lipids that help…
  22. 22Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  23. 23EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3606000537422, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#12)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsPetrolatum (#6)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 fragrance-free?

Yes. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does CeraVe Moisturizing Cream & AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Ceramides, Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Vitamin E.

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