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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, Body and Face Moisturizer for Dry Skin, Body Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides, Daily…

CeraVe

Best for

Best for dry skin

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.7(144,684)

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Verdict scoreGreat
85/ 100

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Updated May 18, 2026 · 1 min read

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, Body and Face Moisturizer for Dry Skin, Body Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides, Daily…

The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is the heavier sibling to the Daily Moisturizing Lotion and the consensus pick across reviewers we read for very dry or winter-distressed skin. Roughly 145,000 Amazon reviews averaging 4.7 stars, combined with positive write-ups citing the ceramide-and-hyaluronic-acid formula, anchor the recommendation. A medium-trust r/beauty thread and verified-purchase reviewers at Walmart describe it outperforming pricier brands for dry patches.

What reviewers liked

  • Massive verified-purchase base (~145K Amazon reviews, 4.7 average)
  • Ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and a rich occlusive base ideal for very dry skin
  • Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic per brand and retailer signals
  • Doubles effectively as a body cream per multiple reviewers
  • Inexpensive per ounce given the 19oz tub size

Where it falls short

  • High-trust r/SkincareAddiction reviewer found it suffocating on facial skin
  • Multiple expert blogs in the signals recommend it for body use over face use
  • Matte dry-down can feel tight after a few hours, per community reports
  • Tub packaging is less hygienic than pump options
  • Too heavy for combination or oily skin per recurring community feedback

Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is the heavier sibling to the Daily Moisturizing Lotion and the consensus pick across reviewers we read for very dry or winter-distressed skin. Roughly 145,000 Amazon reviews averaging 4.7 stars, combined with positive write-ups citing the ceramide-and-hyaluronic-acid formula, anchor the recommendation. A medium-trust r/beauty thread and verified-purchase reviewers at Walmart describe it outperforming pricier brands for dry patches.

The disagreement is real and worth flagging. A high-trust r/SkincareAddiction review explicitly warns against using it on the face, calling the silicone-heavy texture suffocating. A r/scacjdiscussion thread (medium trust) describes a matte dry-down that leaves skin feeling tight hours later. Independent blogs in the sources we read recommend it primarily as a body cream rather than a facial moisturizer. The verdict that emerges: excellent occlusive cream for very dry skin, but reviewers with combination or oily facial skin should consider the lighter lotion instead.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer
With hyaluronic acid, ceramides and MVE technology for 24 hour hydration. Rich, velvety texture that leaves skin feeling smooth, it is absorbed quickly for softened skin without greasy, sticky, feel.
Moisturizer For Dry Skin
A deficiency of ceramides in skin can often be associated with dry skin, which can feel itchy and look flaky. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is formulated with three essential ceramides & hyaluronic acid.
Gentle Daily Moisturizer
For face and body or can be used as a hand cream for dry skin relief. Holds National Eczema Association (NEA) Seal of Acceptance. Fragrance free, paraben free, allergy-tested, and non-comedogenic.
3 Essential Ceramides
Ceramides are found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of the lipids in the skin barrier. All CeraVe products are formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) to help maintain the skin’s natural barrier.
Developed With Dermatologists
CeraVe Skincare is developed with dermatologists and has products suitable for dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, acne-prone, and more.

What customers say

2 verified voices
I have slightly oily skin with some dry patches and it's been amazing - I prefer it over higher end brands I've tried. It's great under makeup ...
Supportingvia r/beauty
It works like a charm. Only thing is with the AM moisturizer, I tend to sweat, so I have to be in a cool environment when I use it for about 15 ...
Supportingvia r/IndianSkincareAddicts

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