CeraVe and Redness: What Users Say

• Rob...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 28, 2020

For Dry Skin "I used CeraVe moisturizers for 8 months to treat dryness on my face. In that time, my skin became increasingly red, inflamed, itchy, and dry—so dry, in fact, that it would crack and bleed at times. I'm over 40, and I have never had eczema, but now I had it all over my face, and soon spots were popping up all over my back, arms, and legs. CeraVe was always recommended as being 'safe,' so I trusted it, but the day I stopped using CeraVe products completely, my symptoms improved. In lieu of a patch test, I have a reason to believe I am allergic to 'tocopherol' (Vitamin E) found in every CeraVe product I used. (Not surprisingly, many foods that caused marked flare-ups also contained tocopherols) I am now using another moisturizer that does not contain tocopherol but uses oatmeal instead. My skin is slowly getting better, but it will be weeks if not months before I am fully recovered. I hope this information can help someone."

• Dry...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2020

For Dry Skin "I was told to use this by my dermatologist. It’s been about a month, and it was working great! The last couple of days, my cheeks have been red and splotchy, my chin is getting eczema spots, and tonight my cheeks felt like they were on fire. I thought it was because I was in the cold today, so I put more on, it was instant stinging and heat on my cheeks. I washed it off, and it relieved the feeling almost 99%. So disappointed!"

• Jea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2023

For Dry Skin "Experienced bad facial redness and itching 2 days after CeraVe products. This product may be advertised as developed with dermatologists, but it doesn't mean it is any good! I have written to the company and asked for a refund. I will wait and see if they reply."

• Itc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2019

For Dry Skin "I used CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Normal to Dry Skin on my face on the 18th of April, and by the 19th, I had dry, itchy, red patches all over my face. It is now the 20th, and the red rash has calmed somewhat but is still there, and it's still itchy. Taking Benadryl until I can see my doctor. I had heard great things about this cream and am extremely disappointed. Hoping the drugstore I bought it at will take it back. I used it once!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 9, 2021

For Dry Skin "Used CeraVe Daily PM moisturizer. Beyond terrible!! It’s crazy, after reading so many negative reviews, that this is still recommended as a 'low allergen' 'non-comedogenic' product. A bit of backstory - I'm 34 years old, have mildly sensitive skin but never suffer from pimples or pigmentation issues as I am very strict with my diet: i.e., no sugar, no vegetable oils, no grains, no dairy, etc. Have been using this product for 3 weeks, and every day my skin is getting worse and worse! My face has become incredibly red on my forehead and cheeks and have developed quite severe pimples all over my forehead. Absolute disaster of a product."

• Bru...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 21, 2020

For Dry Skin "My cheeks became puffy and bright red. Maybe it was the hyaluronic acid. Checked out online ratings, this product is very low: 1.4/10. Disappointing that CeraVe would put this product on the market. Look for something else to use on my face after shaving and shower to keep face from drying out."

• Arl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2023

For Dry Skin "I started taking CeraVe, and I developed full face itching, burning, and peeling in spots. The skin around my eyes became red and swollen as well. I don't have sensitive skin and was surprised at this reaction. I stopped using the medication and applied pure aloe vera gel daily and cortisone cream for itching. It’s been a few days now, and the redness is nearly gone, but my skin is still peeling in spots."

• Sea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2022

For Dry Skin "I hadn’t used CeraVe Facial Moisturizer before, however, I was traveling (left my preferred cream behind) and was recommended this by a family member! I do suffer from psoriasis (areas of the head, face, torso), however, I’m pretty good at managing it. I applied this cream on my face, head after a shower, and instantly, I had a HUGE flare-up. It was immediate, angry, my body temperature went high, my eyes dilated, and the redness was all over my face, head where I had patches of psoriasis. After 5 to 10 minutes, things settled down, however, it was a scary experience! In 20 years of having psoriasis, I had never experienced such an instant, intense reaction to anything! Thought I’d share my experience."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2020

For Dry Skin "The first day I put this cream on, my cheeks became puffy, as if there was water underneath! My skin was also red."