CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 with Ceramides & Vitamin E for Normal to Dry Skin 52ml

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Mineral sunscreens are generally gentler on skin and may be the preferred choice for those with sensitive skin, dry skin, and eczema. This type of sun filter is also used in many baby sunscreens, such as CeraVe Baby Sunscreen Lotion. Like with all skincare products, reaping the full benefits of mineral sunscreen comes down to choosing the right product. Our mineral sunscreens are formulated with three essential ceramides and developed with dermatologists to be fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, meaning they won’t clog your pores. Aqua / Water, Homosalate, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Niacinamide, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Peg-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Carbomer, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Disodium Edta, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Ethylhexylglycerin Both of these formulas make great options for your daily skincare routine. They feature three essential ceramides, broad-spectrum SPF 30sunscreen, and both mineral and chemical sun filters to absorb and reflect the sun’s harmful rays. These formulas are developed with dermatologists,non-comedogenic, and suitable for all skin types. When used consistently, and in combination with the other sun protection measures described above,they can help protect your skin from sun damage.Additionally, these hydrating formulas helppromote a complexion that looks and feels its best.

First of all, like all CeraVe products, the formula contains three essential ceramides that help to protect the skin barrier. Ceramides make up to 50% of the skin barrier, so they are essential for healthy, happy and hydrated skin. As someone with dry, and often dehydrated skin, this is music to my ears. (If you have oily skin, don't worry you'll love it too as it's non-comedogenic so won't clog those pores.) There's also vitamin E and niacinamide in there too, which soothe and destress the skin. How to choose the best SPF moisturiser for you What’s the difference between SPF moisturisers and a separate facial sunscreen? Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50+ is suitable for normal to dry skin on the face. Also suitable for acne-prone skin. The main function of any sunscreen is to help protect your skin from potential damage caused by sun exposure. For this reason, daily protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays is a must-have step in any skincare routine. A broad-spectrum sunscreen formula works by either creating a barrier on the skin’s surface to reflect UV rays using ingredients like zinc oxide (known as “mineral” or “physical sunscreen”), or absorbing UV radiation with chemical-based ingredients (known as “chemical sunscreen”). Whereas some sunscreens can feel heavy and greasy on your skin, CeraVe’s moisturizers with SPF are formulated to feature a lightweight and non-greasy texture, and are non-comedogenic—meaning they don’t have the potential to clog your pores.

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There are two main types of sunscreen products: mineral and chemical. Whereas chemical sunscreens are formulated with ingredients that help absorb UV rays, mineral sunscreens create a protective barrier on the skin’s surface. Mineral ingredients, like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, effectively help reflect and scatter the sun’s rays. In addition, it’s also possible to find sunscreen products that feature a blend of both mineral and chemical sun protection. Applying sunscreen daily is beneficial for all skin types at any age. When deciding on the best sunscreen lotion for your skin’s needs, look for products that are formulated for either your face or body, as well as products that are best-suited to your skin type. For example, sunscreens for oily skin should ideally be oil-free, lightweight, and non-comedogenic so they won’t clog pores or cause acne blemishes. Hawaii Compliant Sunscreen: Sunscreen filters titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, are compliant for use in Hawaii* Hawaii prohibits the sale, offer of sale, and distribution of sunscreens that contain oxybenzone.

Sunscreen does need to be re-applied to continue working.After about two hours, sunscreen ingredients do not work as well so generally, we advise to re-apply every two hours.” For a facial moisturizer with SPF, we recommend CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with Sunscreen. This morning skincare multitasker features broad-spectrum SPF 30 and InVisibleZinc™ Technology (micro-fine zinc oxide) that spreads easily, without leaving behind any chalky residue. When used correctly per the instructions on the ingredient label,moisturizers withsunscreenand standard face sunscreens can both help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recommends choosing sunscreen products that include broad-spectrum SPF 15 or higher, along with additional sun protection measures. 1 Apply CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion liberally 15 minutes before heading outdoors. This is the approximate amount of time it takes for your skin to fully absorb the sunscreen ingredients and begin providing protection from the sun’s damaging rays. On the other hand, you can completely skip your moisturiser and use this product as a two-in-one, and your skin will be adequately moisturised. Now, let’s get into the sunscreen filters.

When I said that this sunscreen formula felt familiar, I meant that this resulted from the staple ingredients across most Cerave products. As always, you’ll find; CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is a hybrid sunscreen formula, meaning it contains both chemical and mineral sunscreeningredients. Chemical sun filters work by absorbing the sun’s rays, and mineral sun filters (like zinc oxide) work by reflecting sun rays off the skin’s surface. To learn more about these two types of sunscreeningredients, visit our guide to mineral vs. chemical sunscreens.

With 3 essential ceramides and SPF50+, the gentle formula contains broad spectrum protection to defend the skin barrier against UVA & UVB rays. The fast-absorbing moisturiser also helps protect the skin against pollution particles.Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Stearate, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, P-Anisic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin For someone like me with dry, dehydrated skin, my skin absolutely loves how emollient this sunscreen is.

CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is a daytime moisturizer with sunscreen. It should be applied to clean skin every morning as the final step in your skincare routine. If you wear makeup, apply it after CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion, once the product is fully absorbed. For sunscreen protection, always reapply at least every two hours. Inactive Ingredients: Water, cyclomethicone, pentylene glycol, phenyl trimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, PEG-40 stearate, dimethicone, glycerin, stearyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, BHT, squalane, potassium cetyl phosphate, potassium phosphate, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, sorbitan isostearate, carbomer, dimethicone crosspolymer, behentrimonium methosulfate, ceteareth-20, sodium polyacrylate, lecithin, retinol, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, disodium EDTA, chlorphenesin, alcohol, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, citric acid, hydrogenated palm glycerides, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, iris florentina root extract, xanthan gum, phytosphingosine, butylene glycol, polysilicone-11, polysorbate 60, ethylhexylglycerin, polysorbate 20 Ceramides:Key components ofthe skin’s natural barrier; this formula withceramides helps maintain and restore the skin’s moisture barrier ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: HOMOSALATE (10%), MERADIMATE (5%), OCTINOXATE (5%), OCTOCRYLENE (2%), ZINC OXIDE (6.3%)Chemical sunscreen ingredients work like a sponge, absorbing damaging UV rays before they can harm your skin. ”Chemical sunscreens use ingredients that absorb harmful UV rays and convert them into non-damaging heat through a chemical reaction,” explains Dr. Shah. “This heat is then released from the skin.” Chemical sunscreen ingredients include oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate, and octinoxate. In terms of the comparison between the Cerave Moisturizing Lotion and Cerave Moisturizing Cream, it’s in between, but it leans towards the cream. Once applied, sunscreen is effective for up to two hours, but will need to be reapplied more frequently when swimming, sweating, or spending extended amounts of time outdoors. CeraVe’s moisturizers with SPF are best applied each morning as part of your A.M. skincare routine. Always apply sunscreen products as directed on the label and seek the advice of a dermatologist when needed.