CeraVe Salicylic Acid Moisturizing Body Cream, 12 oz — Fragrance-Free Exfoliating Hydration with Ceramides & Hyaluronic Acid

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream with Salicylic Acid is a fragrance-free body cream that gently exfoliates rough, bumpy skin while delivering long-lasting hydration and barrier-repairing ceramides.

This dermatologist-developed formula combines salicylic and lactic acids to smooth texture while hyaluronic acid and CeraVe’s patented MVE delivery system provide sustained moisture. It’s fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and allergy-tested, designed for dry, rough areas on the body such as legs, arms, and elbows. The texture is rich yet absorbs without heavy greasiness, making it practical for daily use.

How does this cream smooth rough, bumpy skin?

Salicylic acid (a beta hydroxy acid) and lactic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) work together to loosen and remove dead skin cells at the surface and within hair follicles. Regular application helps reduce visible scaling and rough patches, leaving skin smoother over time without stripping essential moisture.

• Salicylic acid gently exfoliates clogged pores and rough patches.
• Lactic acid promotes surface cell turnover for a renewed texture.
• Non-stripping formula keeps skin balanced while exfoliating.

What ingredients hydrate and protect the skin barrier?

The cream is formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) to support the skin’s natural lipid barrier, plus hyaluronic acid to attract and hold water at the skin surface. CeraVe’s MVE (multi-vesicular emulsion) technology releases moisturizing ingredients gradually, giving up to 24 hours of hydration after application.

• Ceramides help restore and maintain barrier integrity.
• Hyaluronic acid increases surface hydration and plumping.
• MVE technology provides sustained, time-released moisturization.

Is this product suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?

The formulation is fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic, which reduces the risk of irritation and pore-clogging for many users. Niacinamide is included to help calm the skin; however, patch testing is recommended if you have known sensitivities or are using other active treatments.

• Fragrance-free and allergy-tested to minimize irritation.
• Non-comedogenic design reduces likelihood of pore-blocking.
• Niacinamide helps soothe and support even reactive skin types.

How do I use it in my routine for best results?

Apply the cream to clean, dry skin once daily or as directed, focusing on rough or bumpy areas like upper arms, thighs, and shins. For enhanced exfoliation and cleansing, pair with a salicylic acid body wash, but avoid applying other strong exfoliants simultaneously to limit irritation.

• Use after showering on towel-dried skin for optimal absorption.
• Apply daily until texture improves, then as needed to maintain results.
• Avoid layering with other potent acids on the same area without guidance.

Who is this for: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream with Salicylic Acid is aimed at people with dry, rough, or bumpy body skin who want a dermatologist-developed product that exfoliates and hydrates without fragrance. It suits those seeking a non-greasy, long-lasting moisturizer that supports the skin barrier—especially helpful for individuals with keratosis pilaris-like texture, scaly patches, or persistent dryness on legs and upper arms. If you have very sensitive skin or are on prescription topical treatments, consult your provider before adding active exfoliants to your routine.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER/EAU, GLYCERIN, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SALICYLIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, CETYL ALCOHOL, AMMONIUM LACTATE, BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, ZEA MAYS OIL/CORN OIL, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, DIMETHICONE, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLECALCIFEROL, CHOLESTEROL, PHENOXYETHANOL, DISODIUM EDTA, TOCOPHEROL, PROPYLPARABEN, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHAN GUM