CeraVe Acne Treatment Face Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid, 8 oz — Clay Purifying Cleanser for Blackheads & Oil Control

CeraVe Acne Treatment Face Wash is a gel-to-foam cleanser with 2% salicylic acid, purifying clay, niacinamide, and three essential ceramides to help clear acne, reduce blackheads, and control oil without stripping skin.

This dermatologist-developed formula combines a clinically proven beta hydroxy acid with oil-absorbing clay and barrier-supporting ceramides to cleanse, exfoliate, and calm acne-prone skin. The clear gel lathers into a light foam, removes excess sebum and debris, and aims to leave skin feeling clean but not tight—suitable for daily use when you want active ingredients and gentle care in one step.

How does this cleanser target breakouts and blackheads?

The key active is 2% salicylic acid, a BHA that penetrates pores to dissolve pore-clogging oil and dead skin cells. Regular use helps clear existing blemishes and can reduce the formation of new comedones while the clay helps reduce surface oil that contributes to blackheads.

• 2% salicylic acid for pore exfoliation and acne-fighting activity
• Hectorite (purifying clay) to absorb excess oil and reduce shine
• Non-comedogenic formula to avoid new pore blockages

Will it dry out or irritate my skin?

This face wash is formulated to be effective without stripping the skin’s natural moisture. It includes three essential ceramides to support the skin barrier and niacinamide to soothe inflammation, reducing the likelihood of the tightness and irritation common with some acne treatments.

• Ceramides 1, 3, 6-II to help restore and maintain the lipid barrier
• Niacinamide to help calm redness and irritation
• Fragrance-free, paraben-free, and allergy-tested to minimize irritation risk

How should I use the gel-to-foam wash for best results?

Use once or twice daily as part of your cleansing routine depending on skin tolerance and acne severity. Apply to wet skin, massage into a lather, focusing on oily or breakout-prone areas, and rinse thoroughly; follow with your usual moisturizer and any targeted acne treatments.

• Dispense a small amount onto damp hands and lather gently
• Massage for 30–60 seconds to help the salicylic acid penetrate pores
• Rinse, pat dry, and follow with moisturizer and SPF in the morning

What skin types and concerns does this cleanser suit?

This formula is designed for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin that needs oil control without excessive drying. It can be used by those with persistent blackheads, visible pores, or occasional breakouts; sensitive users should introduce it gradually and monitor tolerance.

• Oily and combination complexions seeking oil reduction and shine control
• Acne-prone skin needing a pore-penetrating cleanser
• Anyone wanting active acne ingredients paired with barrier-supporting ceramides

Who is this for: CeraVe Acne Treatment Face Wash is aimed at people with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who want a clinically grounded, daily-use cleanser that balances active exfoliation and oil control with ingredients that support the skin barrier. If you prefer fragrance-free, dermatologist-developed skincare that pairs well with topical treatments and a moisturizing routine, this cleanser is a practical choice.

Ingredients

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: SALICYLIC ACID 2% INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, GLYCERIN, NIACINAMIDE, GLUCONOLACTONE, SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE, PEG-150 PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, TRIETHYL CITRATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLESTEROL, TETRASODIUM EDTA, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, XANTHAN GUM, HECTORITE, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, BENZOIC ACID