So Fresh, So Clean: The Best Cleanser for Your Skin Type

Cleansers don’t always get the glory – but they should. While your serums and actives steal the spotlight, it’s your cleanser that sets the stage. Get it right, and everything else works better.

Whether your skin leans oily, dry or somewhere in between – here’s why cleansing properly matters , how to pick the right formula, and why CeraVe’s derm-approved lineup – including their newest addition – deserves a spot in your routine.

What is dermatologist-recommended skincare?

Dermatologist-recommended formulas are often designed for sensitive, reactive, and acne-prone skin, and built on science-backed ingredients with input from dermatologists^[1].

What does this mean for cleansers? Picking a dermatologist-recommended cleanser means you're getting a formula with an expert tick of approval. No unnecessary fragrance. No irritating ingredients. Just barrier-loving heroes that soothe, support, and get the job done gently (without having to book an appointment with your local derm).

Want to know more about derm skincare? Read it here.

Cleanse like a derm with CeraVe

Dermatological science has been at the heart of the CeraVe story from the very beginning. Every product has one clear goal – effective skincare that helps restore and maintain the skin’s natural barrier at an accessible price point.

With this at the forefront, all CeraVe products are formulated with a blend of three essential ceramides (1, 3, and 6-II), fatty acids, and lipids^[1] – all skin-loving ingredients, so you too can cleanse like a derm.

Different skin types, different needs

If you’ve ever stood in the cleanser aisle, overwhelmed by buzzwords and long labels – you’re not alone. Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated, just effective. Here’s a simple way to cut through the noise: start with your skin type. It holds the biggest clue to finding a cleanser that actually works for you.

This is where CeraVe comes in…

CeraVe’s cleanser lineup is stacked with options. Not sure which one to pick? Don’t stress, we’ve done the hard work for you! Here’s your no-fuss guide, with options for every skin type and concern.

Ten years in the making, it’s the first to feature glycolysine, a breakthrough cleansing technology that balances skin for up to eight hours and delivers 24-hour hydration. All in a feather-light, sensorial foam that feels like skincare’s version of a deep breath.

Why we love it:

• Balances like a pro: Gently targets oily and dry zones at once.

• Foam that doesn’t strip: Lifts away dirt and oil while keeping your moisture barrier happy.

• Gentle, but effective: Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic.

Powered by ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and CeraVe’s patented MVE technology, it delivers hydration, not irritation.

Why we love it:

• Moisture that lasts: Hyaluronic acid + ceramides deliver 24-hour hydration and barrier support.

• Sensitive-skin safe: Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and approved for eczema-prone skin.

• Clean, not stripped: Removes dirt, oil, and makeup without drying or tightness.

• Now available in eco-recharge refill pouches, so you can save money + cut down on empties.

It removes up to 98% of pollution particles ^[3] and is packed with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to help restore the skin’s moisture barrier, provide hydration and calm the skin.

Why we love it:

• Foams without the fuss: Gel-based and oil-free, it clears excess oil gently but thoroughly.

• Fights shine, not skin: Helps balance oily skin and keep pores clear without clogging.

• Face + body friendly: Doubles as an all-over cleanser for top-to-toe freshness.

• Now available in eco-recharge refill pouches, so you can save money + cut down on empties.

Fragrance-free, pH-balanced, and non-comedogenic, this gel-to-foam formula is tough on breakouts but kind to skin. The results? Up to 40% fewer visible pimples in just one week, and 31% fewer visible blackheads in two ^[4].

Why we love it:

• Blemish-fighting: Salicylic acid clears dead skin and oil to prevent breakouts.

• Tackles oil + congestion: Purifying clay absorbs sebum and clears pores.

• Gentle on troubled skin: Niacinamide calms and soothes blemish-prone areas.

Why we love it:

• Smooths things over: BHA gently exfoliates rough, dry, or bumpy skin on face and body.

• Kind to sensitive skin: Softens the appearance of texture and calms redness without stripping or irritation.

• Deep-down clean: Salicylic acid penetrates pores to clear buildup and visibly improve texture.

The non-comedogenic formula is free from parabens and dyes, and is gentle enough for eczema-prone or allergy-sensitive skin.

Why we love it:

• Hydration, handled: Squalane + triglycerides cleanse gently while locking in moisture.

• Barrier-first formula: Ceramides and glycerin support and protect sensitive, dry skin.

• No fluff, no fuss: Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and exfoliant-free.

Cleansing: simplified and dermatologist-approved

Skincare doesn’t have to be rocket science, but it can be a love story. One between your skin type and the cleanser it’s been waiting for. Whether you’re a skincare minimalist or a 12-step devotee, it all starts here: with CeraVe’s range of cleansers.

Developed with dermatologists and expertly match-made to your skin, it’s the kind of care your face wants to wake up to – day after day. Shop in-store or online now at Chemist Warehouse.

^1. Cosmeto-clinical evaluation, 46 subjects, aged 13-50 with mild to moderate acne and normal to oily skin.

^2. Instrumental test, after 5 days of use.

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^{Sponsored content in partnership with CeraVe Australia.}