CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Shampoo

CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Shampoo is a sulfate-free, clarifying cleanser that removes excess oil while helping hair feel hydrated and balanced.

This lightweight shampoo is formulated to purify oily scalps without stripping moisture, using key ingredients — ceramides, zinc PCA and hyaluronic acid — to support a healthy scalp barrier and leave strands feeling refreshed. Fragrance-free and color-safe, the pH-balanced, hypoallergenic formula is suitable for daily use and for a wide range of hair types and textures.

How does this shampoo remove oil without drying hair out?

The formula combines oil-absorbing and hydrating actives so you get clarifying power without the stripped feel that many clarifying shampoos cause. Zinc PCA helps control excess sebum at the scalp while hyaluronic acid attracts and retains moisture in the hair shaft.

• Zinc PCA targets scalp oil and helps reduce greasy buildup.
• Three essential ceramides support the scalp’s protective barrier.
• Hyaluronic acid delivers lightweight hydration to ends, preventing dry, brittle strands.

Can I use it on color-treated or sensitive scalps?

Yes — the gentle, pH-balanced, fragrance-free formula is allergy-tested and crafted to be safe for most sensitive scalps and color-treated hair. It avoids sulfates, parabens, dyes, phthalates and MIT to lower irritation risk and preserve color longevity.

• Sulfate-free cleansing protects hair color from premature fading.
• Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic base minimizes irritation and pore clogging.
• Developed with dermatologists to suit sensitive scalp needs.

How often should I use CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Shampoo?

This shampoo is mild enough for daily use and works well as a post-workout refresher or whenever mid-day greasiness appears. Frequency depends on your scalp’s oil production and routine — many users find daily to every-other-day use balances oil without over-drying.

• Daily use supported by gentle, hydrating ingredients.
• Great for humid climates or active lifestyles where oil accumulates quickly.
• Pair with Oil Control Balancing Conditioner for consistent results.

What immediate results and long-term benefits can I expect?

Immediately, hair and scalp feel cleaner and less oily, with a lightweight, non-greasy finish. With continued use, the ceramides help maintain the scalp barrier while zinc PCA and hyaluronic acid support balanced oil production and sustained hydration.

• Instant removal of excess oil and residue for refreshed roots.
• Lightweight moisture that avoids weighing hair down.
• Ongoing support for a healthier-feeling scalp barrier.

Who is this for: CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Shampoo suits anyone looking to control oily roots without sacrificing moisture — including women and men, those with straight, wavy, curly or coily hair, people living in humid regions, post-workout showerers, and anyone with color-treated or sensitive scalps seeking a dermatologist-developed, fragrance-free clarifying option. For best-balanced results, follow with CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Conditioner to help keep hair hydrated from roots to ends.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU • SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE • DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE • DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE • COCAMIDE MIPA • CERAMIDE NP • CERAMIDE AP • CERAMIDE EOP • CARBOMER • NIACINAMIDE • ZINC PCA • TRIETHYL CITRATE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE • SALICYLIC ACID • SODIUM HYALURONATE • CHOLESTEROL • COCO-BETAINE • CITRIC ACID • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • PHYTOSPHINGOSINE • XANTHAN GUM • POLYQUATERNIUM-10 • BENZOIC ACID • PPG-5-CETETH-20