Cleanser comparison
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser vs CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser
For acne-prone skin, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser scores higher (83% vs 71% clean). For fungal acne, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is the safer pick.
| CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser | CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|
| Clean score | 83% | 71% |
| Pore-clogging | Low concern (rinse-off) | Low concern (rinse-off) |
| Fungal acne | Fungal-acne safe | Not fungal-acne safe |
| Ingredients rated 3+ | 1 | 2 |
| Recognised ingredients | 6 / 24 | 7 / 27 |
| Type | rinse-off | rinse-off |
Only in CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
No extra flagged ingredients compared with the other product.
Only in CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser
- Zea Mays Oil: rated 3/5, fungal-acne trigger
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for acne-prone skin, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser or CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser?
For acne-prone skin, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser scores higher (83% vs 71% clean). For fungal acne, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is the safer pick.
Do CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser and CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser have similar ingredients?
They share 5 recognised ingredients, including Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Sodium Chloride and Sodium Hyaluronate.
Both scans use each brand's official ingredient list. See the product pages for sources and dates.
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