CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml
2% salicylic acid gel-to-foam cleanser for blemish-prone skin, blackheads, excess oil and visible pores
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml is a daily gel-to-foam facial cleanser specifically formulated for blemish-prone skin. With 2% salicylic acid, niacinamide, three essential ceramides and oil-absorbing hectorite clay, it removes dirt and excess oil, gently exfoliates dead skin cells and helps reduce the appearance of blemishes and blackheads while respecting the skin's natural barrier.
Overview
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser combines everyday cleansing with 2% salicylic acid exfoliation for skin prone to blemishes, blackheads and excess oil.
The refreshing gel-to-foam formula removes dirt, impurities and excess oils without stripping the skin of moisture. Salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores, while hectorite clay provides oil-absorbing action to help minimise shine.
The formula also contains niacinamide and CeraVe's three essential ceramides – Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP and Ceramide EOP – alongside hydrolysed hyaluronic acid.
In a six-week clinical study involving 48 subjects, the number of spots appeared reduced by up to 34%. In a consumer self-assessment involving 57 participants, 94% agreed their skin felt clean and purified and 80% agreed visible pores looked clear.
Quick Highlights
- Daily cleanser for blemish-prone skin
- Refreshing gel-to-foam texture
- Contains 2% salicylic acid
- Contains niacinamide
- Contains three essential ceramides
- Contains oil-absorbing hectorite clay
- Contains hydrolysed hyaluronic acid
- Gently exfoliates dead skin cells
- Helps reduce the appearance of blemishes
- Helps reduce the appearance of blackheads
- Removes dirt, impurities and excess oil
- Helps minimise shine
- Helps visibly clear pores
- Leaves skin feeling soft and smooth
- Developed with dermatologists
- Generous 473ml pump bottle
Product Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser |
| Size | 473ml |
| Format | Gel-to-Foam Facial Cleanser |
| Skin Type | Blemish-Prone Skin |
| Key Active | 2% Salicylic Acid |
| Other Key Ingredients | Niacinamide, 3 Essential Ceramides |
| Oil-Absorbing Ingredient | Hectorite Clay |
| Ceramides | NP, AP & EOP |
| Main Concerns | Blemishes, Blackheads, Excess Oil & Visible Pores |
| Exfoliating | Yes |
| Rinse-Off | Yes |
| Recommended Use | Morning & Evening |
| Developed With | Dermatologists |
| Country of Origin | France |
Who Is It For
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is specifically formulated for blemish-prone skin and may be particularly suitable for people concerned with:
- Blemishes and spots
- Blackheads
- Clogged-looking pores
- Excess surface oil
- Unwanted shine
- Oily or blemish-prone facial skin
- Uneven-feeling skin texture
- Regular build-up of impurities
- Customers wanting a 2% salicylic acid cleanser
- Customers wanting a cleanser with ceramides and niacinamide
This is cosmetic skincare rather than a licensed medicinal acne treatment.
Key Benefits
Helps reduce visible blemishes: CeraVe specifically formulates the cleanser for blemish-prone skin and reports a reduction in the appearance of blemishes with continued use.
Targets blackheads: Salicylic acid provides exfoliating action and helps reduce the appearance of blackheads.
2% salicylic acid: Gently exfoliates dead surface skin cells that can clog pores and contribute to blemishes.
Helps minimise shine: Hectorite clay provides oil-absorbing technology to help remove excess oil and reduce visible shine.
Supports the skin barrier: The formula contains Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP and Ceramide EOP.
Contains niacinamide: Included as a prominent ingredient within the daily cleansing formula.
Cleans effectively: Removes dirt, impurities and excess oil while leaving the skin feeling comfortable, refreshed and smooth.
Why Choose This Product
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is a particularly good choice for customers who want more than a standard cleanser for oily skin.
Its formula combines:
- 2% Salicylic Acid
- Niacinamide
- Ceramide NP
- Ceramide AP
- Ceramide EOP
- Hectorite Clay
- Gluconolactone
- Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid
The 473ml pump format also offers a significantly larger supply than the standard 236ml bottle.
For customers whose main concern is blemishes, blackheads and clogged pores, Blemish Control Cleanser provides more targeted exfoliation than CeraVe Foaming Cleanser. For dry, rough and bumpy skin rather than facial blemishes, CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser may be the more appropriate CeraVe option.
Helpful Product Information
Quick Answer
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml is a gel-to-foam facial cleanser containing 2% salicylic acid, niacinamide, three essential ceramides and oil-absorbing hectorite clay. It is specifically formulated for blemish-prone skin and helps remove excess oil, exfoliate dead skin cells and reduce the appearance of blemishes and blackheads while leaving skin feeling comfortable and refreshed.
Common Questions
How much salicylic acid does it contain?
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid.
Does it help with blackheads?
Yes. Reducing the appearance of blackheads is one of CeraVe's stated cosmetic benefits for this cleanser.
Does it contain niacinamide?
Yes. Niacinamide is one of the prominent ingredients in the formula.
Can I use it every day?
CeraVe recommends using Blemish Control Cleanser morning and evening. Individual tolerance should still be considered, particularly when other exfoliating skincare is being used.
Trust & Pharmacist Advice
Salicylic acid cleansers can be a useful skincare option where excess oil, blackheads and blemishes are the primary cosmetic concerns.
From a pharmacy skincare perspective:
- Introduce salicylic acid skincare gradually if your skin is sensitive or not accustomed to exfoliating ingredients.
- CeraVe recommends this cleanser morning and evening, but individual tolerance should determine frequency.
- Avoid aggressive scrubbing; the formula already contains an exfoliating ingredient.
- Follow cleansing with a suitable moisturiser.
- Avoid unnecessarily combining multiple exfoliating acids if this causes dryness or irritation.
- If using CeraVe Blemish Control Gel or a retinol product as well, monitor your skin for excessive dryness or irritation.
- Use broad-spectrum SPF during the daytime, particularly when using an active blemish-focused skincare routine.
- Do not squeeze or repeatedly pick blemishes, as this can increase irritation and the likelihood of persistent marks.
- Cosmetic skincare may be sufficient for mild blemish concerns, but persistent acne can require medicinal treatment.
- Painful, inflamed, nodular, cystic or scarring acne should be discussed with a pharmacist, GP or dermatologist.
- Seek professional advice if blemishes are having a significant impact or are not responding to an appropriate skincare routine.
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is a cosmetic product and should not be represented as a medicine or as curing acne.
Not Suitable For
- Anyone sensitive to an ingredient in the formula
- Direct application to the eyes
- Significantly broken or irritated skin
- Skin experiencing substantial peeling or irritation from other active products
Take additional care when using other salicylic acid products, exfoliating acids or retinoids in the same routine.
How to Use
CeraVe recommends using Blemish Control Cleanser morning and evening.
- Wet your hands and face.
- Dispense cleanser using the pump.
- Massage gently into the skin.
- Allow the gel formula to lather.
- Rinse thoroughly with water.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Follow with an appropriate moisturiser.
- During the daytime, finish with broad-spectrum facial SPF.
CeraVe recommends following the cleanser with an SPF50 facial moisturiser in the morning.
Ingredients
Aqua / Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Calcium Gluconate, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Coconut Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hectorite, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates Copolymer, Benzoic Acid.
Ingredient formulations can change. Check the ingredient declaration on the product received for the most current information, particularly where allergies or ingredient sensitivities are present.
Nutritional Information
Not applicable. CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml is a topical cosmetic skincare product.
Warnings
- For external use only
- Avoid contact with eyes
- If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water
- Contains 2% salicylic acid
- Do not use if sensitive to an ingredient
- Avoid aggressive physical exfoliation
- Take care when combining with other exfoliating acids or retinoids
- Reduce frequency if persistent dryness or irritation develops
- Use appropriate facial sun protection during the daytime
- Check current packaging for the latest directions and ingredient information
- Seek professional advice for persistent, severe, painful or scarring acne
CeraVe's stated product caution is to avoid contact with the eyes.
Delivery in Ireland
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FAQs
1. What is CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser 473ml used for?
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser is a daily gel-to-foam cleanser specifically formulated for blemish-prone skin. It removes dirt, impurities and excess oil while 2% salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores. CeraVe states that it helps reduce the appearance of blemishes and blackheads and uses oil-absorbing hectorite clay to help minimise shine. It is cosmetic skincare rather than a licensed treatment for acne.
2. Does CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser contain 2% salicylic acid?
Yes. The cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid, making it particularly relevant for customers looking for an exfoliating cleanser for blemish-prone skin. Salicylic acid helps exfoliate dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores and blemishes. Because the product already contains an exfoliating active, take the rest of your routine into account before adding additional acid-based products, particularly if your skin is easily irritated.
3. Does CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser help with blackheads?
Yes. CeraVe specifically states that Blemish Control Cleanser helps reduce the appearance of blackheads as well as blemishes. Its 2% salicylic acid provides exfoliating action, while the cleanser removes excess oil and impurities. In CeraVe's consumer self-assessment, 80% of 57 participants agreed that visible pores looked clear. Individual results will vary, and persistent acne or significant congestion may require additional treatment or professional advice.
4. Is CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser good for oily skin?
It is particularly relevant where blemish-prone skin is also affected by excess oil and shine. The formula contains hectorite clay as part of CeraVe's oil-absorbing technology, helping remove excess oil and minimise shine. At the same time, it contains three essential ceramides and is formulated to cleanse without stripping the skin of moisture. Customers whose only concern is oiliness rather than blemishes may also consider CeraVe Foaming Cleanser.
5. Can I use CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser every day?
Yes. CeraVe recommends using the cleanser morning and evening. However, skin tolerance should always be considered because the formula contains 2% salicylic acid. If you are new to exfoliating skincare or are also using retinol, leave-on acids or CeraVe Blemish Control Gel, you may prefer to introduce products gradually. Reduce frequency if you develop persistent dryness, tightness, stinging or irritation.
6. Does CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser contain niacinamide?
Yes. Niacinamide appears prominently in the ingredient list alongside 2% salicylic acid. The cleanser also contains three essential ceramides, hydrolysed hyaluronic acid and hectorite clay. This combination allows the formula to address cleansing, excess oil and exfoliation while remaining consistent with CeraVe's wider focus on the skin's natural protective barrier.
7. Does CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser contain ceramides?
Yes. It contains CeraVe's three essential ceramides: Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP and Ceramide EOP. Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids found within the skin barrier and are a central feature across many CeraVe formulations. The cleanser also contains cholesterol and phytosphingosine alongside the ceramides.
8. What is the difference between CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser and CeraVe Foaming Cleanser?
Blemish Control Cleanser is the more targeted choice for blemish-prone skin because it contains 2% salicylic acid and oil-absorbing hectorite clay and is specifically positioned to reduce the appearance of blemishes and blackheads. CeraVe Foaming Cleanser is primarily an everyday cleanser for normal-to-oily skin and does not have the same 2% salicylic acid blemish-focused formulation.
9. What is the difference between CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser and SA Smoothing Cleanser?
Their main intended skincare concerns differ. Blemish Control Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid and is specifically formulated for blemish-prone skin, blackheads and excess oil. CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser is positioned for dry, rough and bumpy skin and can be used on the face and body. Choose Blemish Control when facial blemishes and blackheads are the main concern, and SA Smoothing when rough or bumpy skin texture is the primary concern.
10. Can I use CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser with CeraVe Blemish Control Gel?
Yes, CeraVe includes both within its blemish-prone skincare routine. The cleanser is used first and rinsed away. CeraVe Blemish Control Gel can then be used as the evening leave-on step. Because both are active blemish-focused products, introduce the routine according to your skin's tolerance and reduce frequency if persistent dryness or irritation occurs. CeraVe recommends SPF50 protection during the daytime.
11. Can I use CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser with retinol?
A salicylic acid cleanser and retinol can be included within the same overall skincare routine, but tolerance is important. CeraVe itself suggests its Resurfacing Retinol Serum as an evening option when the appearance of post-blemish marks is a concern. If you are new to active skincare, introduce products gradually rather than starting several at once. If persistent dryness, peeling or irritation develops, simplify the routine and seek professional skincare advice if necessary.
12. Does CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser get rid of acne?
It should not be described as curing or medically treating acne. CeraVe positions Blemish Control Cleanser as cosmetic skincare that helps reduce the appearance of blemishes and blackheads. The manufacturer reports that the number of spots appeared reduced by up to 34% in a six-week clinical study involving 48 subjects. Persistent, painful, inflamed or scarring acne may require licensed medicinal treatment and should be discussed with a pharmacist, GP or dermatologist.
Product Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | CeraVe |
| Range | Blemish Control |
| Product | Blemish Control Cleanser |
| Size | 473ml |
| Format | Gel-to-Foam Facial Cleanser |
| Skin Type | Blemish-Prone Skin |
| Salicylic Acid | 2% |
| Key Ingredients | Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide & 3 Essential Ceramides |
| Oil Control | Hectorite Clay |
| Main Concerns | Blemishes, Blackheads, Excess Oil & Visible Pores |
| Use | Morning & Evening |
| Rinse-Off | Yes |
| Developed With | Dermatologists |
| Country of Origin | France |
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