{"ok":true,"data":{"brand":"CeraVe","slug":"cerave","price_tier":"drugstore","product_count":15,"creator_count":11,"top_subcategories":["moisturizer","cleanser","shampoo","SPF","other","eye cream","serum"],"signature_products":[{"product_slug":"cerave-healing-ointment","name":"Healing Ointment","url":"/products/cerave-healing-ointment","creator_count":3},{"product_slug":"cerave-pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion","name":"PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion","url":"/products/cerave-pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion","creator_count":3},{"product_slug":"cerave-gentle-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","name":"Gentle Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner","url":"/products/cerave-gentle-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","creator_count":2},{"product_slug":"cerave-anti-dandruff-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","name":"Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner","url":"/products/cerave-anti-dandruff-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","creator_count":1},{"product_slug":"cerave-renewing-sa-cleanser","name":"Renewing SA Cleanser","url":"/products/cerave-renewing-sa-cleanser","creator_count":1}],"retailer_list":["Amazon","CVS","CVS Pharmacy","CeraVe","CeraVe Canada","CeraVe.com","Target","Ulta","Walgreens","Walmart"],"creator_list":["aashiadani","abbeyyung","charissedaily","doctorly","drdrayzday","hyram","labmuffinbeautyscience","lavish_krish","sarahsheumd","shelbyannbell","tina_yong"],"caveats":{"mixed_evidence":true,"note":"Some products have mixed or negative creator evidence — check individual product listings."},"summary":{"tagline":"Drugstore skincare built around ceramides for barrier repair.","verdict":"CeraVe is the dermatologist-backed drugstore line that focuses on barrier repair with ceramides across cleansers, moisturizers, and now hair care. The PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is a standout for oily combo skin — lightweight, non-greasy, and well-tolerated even by niacinamide-sensitive folks. The brand tends to be fragrance-free and gentle, but some products (like the Healing Ointment) can be too thick or sticky for certain uses, and the anti-dandruff line contains fragrance.","generated_at":"2026-05-13T21:08:08.321Z","quote_count":82,"model":"deepseek-chat","prompt_version":6},"concern_profile":[{"concern":"dehydrated_skin","mention_count":7,"creator_count":6,"top_creators":[{"handle":"doctorly","specialty":["board-certified dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":3540000,"years_active":6},{"handle":"drdrayzday","specialty":["dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":2650000,"years_active":9},{"handle":"tina_yong","specialty":["beauty content creator","lifestyle creator"],"subscriber_count":3890000,"years_active":13}]},{"concern":"damaged_skin_barrier","mention_count":9,"creator_count":6,"top_creators":[{"handle":"doctorly","specialty":["board-certified dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":3540000,"years_active":6},{"handle":"drdrayzday","specialty":["dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":2650000,"years_active":9},{"handle":"lavish_krish","specialty":["beauty content creator","hair care focus","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":858000,"years_active":17}]},{"concern":"texture","mention_count":6,"creator_count":5,"top_creators":[{"handle":"drdrayzday","specialty":["dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":2650000,"years_active":9},{"handle":"tina_yong","specialty":["beauty content creator","lifestyle creator"],"subscriber_count":3890000,"years_active":13},{"handle":"lavish_krish","specialty":["beauty content creator","hair care focus","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":858000,"years_active":17}]},{"concern":"eczema","mention_count":7,"creator_count":5,"top_creators":[{"handle":"doctorly","specialty":["board-certified dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":3540000,"years_active":6},{"handle":"drdrayzday","specialty":["dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":2650000,"years_active":9},{"handle":"lavish_krish","specialty":["beauty content creator","hair care focus","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":858000,"years_active":17}]},{"concern":"cakey_makeup","mention_count":6,"creator_count":5,"top_creators":[{"handle":"drdrayzday","specialty":["dermatologist","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":2650000,"years_active":9},{"handle":"tina_yong","specialty":["beauty content creator","lifestyle creator"],"subscriber_count":3890000,"years_active":13},{"handle":"lavish_krish","specialty":["beauty content creator","hair care focus","skincare focus"],"subscriber_count":858000,"years_active":17}]}],"products":[{"product_slug":"cerave-healing-ointment","url":"/products/cerave-healing-ointment","name":"Healing Ointment","shades":[],"subcategory":"other","formulation":"balm","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$20.99","enriched_price_usd":20.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":3,"creators":["labmuffinbeautyscience","abbeyyung","lavish_krish"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":true,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Healing Ointment is a very thick, sticky petroleum-jelly-like formula with added ceramides and panthenol for barrier repair. Abbey Yung notes the reformulation is thicker and more occlusive, which makes it too heavy for use around the eyes, though she says it's better for its intended purpose. Lavish Krish calls it a ride-or-die product, preferring it over Vaseline for its hydrating and soothing ingredients.","top_quotes":["healthy skin actually has a healthy amount of ceramides whereas sensitive skin has lesser amount of ceramides in their skin. That's why I really trust brand like CeraVe","I wish I could have used this back when I had severe barrier damage in like 2020 because oh my god, like I feel like this would have just sped up healing even more.","I'll definitely keep this new formula in the event that I need it for healing purposes, but it's no longer something that I will be reaching for on a nightly basis."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion","url":"/products/cerave-pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion","name":"PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion","shades":[],"subcategory":"moisturizer","formulation":"lotion","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$19.99","enriched_price_usd":19.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":3,"creators":["aashiadani","charissedaily","doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is a lightweight, fast-absorbing lotion that suits oily combo skin without clogging pores. It contains ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and support the skin barrier, and one creator with niacinamide sensitivity finds it well-formulated. Several praise it as a reliable post-actives moisturizer that keeps skin balanced.","top_quotes":["I'm really scared of niacinamide in western skincare because I've tried a very popular one before and it really wrecked my skin barrier. This one I find has a very well-balanced formulation even though it has niacinamide in it.","The texture of this moisturizer is like a lightweight lotion. It's not too thin. And it's also not heavy. It spreads easily. It also absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy or sticky feeling.","since I stopped using it, my skin has gone back to being dry, but every time I was using this, my skin felt super super soft."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-gentle-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","url":"/products/cerave-gentle-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","name":"Gentle Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner","shades":[],"subcategory":"shampoo","formulation":"liquid","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$10.99","enriched_price_usd":10.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":2,"creators":["lavish_krish","doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner is fragrance-free and designed for sensitive scalps, with board-certified dermatologist Doctorly calling it effective for dandruff and flaky skin while leaving hair feeling clean but not stripped. Beauty content creator Lavish Krish highly recommends it for irritated scalps, noting it's great for sensitivity. No criticisms were mentioned across the reviews.","top_quotes":["if you have super sensitive scalp, which gets irritated with any product, I highly recommend this shampoo and conditioner from Carowi","It's fragrance-free as camides, and it's great for sensitive scalps"]},{"product_slug":"cerave-anti-dandruff-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","url":"/products/cerave-anti-dandruff-hydrating-shampoo-and-conditioner","name":"Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner","shades":["Shampoo","Conditioner"],"subcategory":"shampoo","formulation":null,"price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$11.99–$17.99","enriched_price_usd":11.99,"retailers":["Amazon","CeraVe.com","CVS","Target","Ulta","Walmart"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["drdrayzday"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo, according to dermatologist Dr. Dray, delivers a complete anti-dandruff package with zinc pyrithione and left her hair feeling good after use. She notes it contains fragrance but still considers it a solid option. She hasn't tried other products from this line, so comparisons are limited.","top_quotes":["Well, I'll tell you why. Those of you who put conditioner up by your roots, get go ahead and get this because if you don't if you just put conditioner to the ends, fine. You don't need the zinc pythium containing one.","But if you dose up here, according to Proctor and Gamble, okay? All right. So, this is not peer-reviewed independent stuff. This is their R&D.","I actually shampooed my hair with this last night and followed with this conditioner and these are pretty good the density boost."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-renewing-sa-cleanser","url":"/products/cerave-renewing-sa-cleanser","name":"Renewing SA Cleanser","shades":[],"subcategory":"cleanser","formulation":"liquid","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$15.99","enriched_price_usd":15.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["charissedaily"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser has a lightweight gel-cream texture that feels smooth and cushiony, not stripping. Salicylic acid in a rinse-off formula lowers overexfoliation risk, and ceramides plus niacinamide support the skin barrier. Use once nightly or every other night during breakouts, but avoid overuse if skin is very dry or compromised.","top_quotes":["There was a time that this was not available in my local drugstore. I've searched and searched and we couldn't find one. So, we literally crossed the border just to buy it.","There's real clinical evidence showing that salicylic acid can still work in a cleanser as long as it's well formulated and stays on your skin long enough before rinsing.","When you massage it on your skin, it feels smooth and cushiony, almost lotionlike, which makes it very gentle even though it contains salicylic acid."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-moisturizing-cream","url":"/products/cerave-moisturizing-cream","name":"Moisturizing Cream","shades":[],"subcategory":"moisturizer","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$14.99","enriched_price_usd":14.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe Canada","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["tina_yong"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is used as a gentle exfoliator for flaky skin when massaged in circular motions with a cotton bud. One creator also applies it under the eyes as a thicker mask to fill in lines and prevent creasing. The review focuses on its versatility for dry skin areas, with no criticism mentioned.","top_quotes":["She massages the cream with a cotton bud in small circular motions, so this is going to help soften and lift up any of that flaky skin.","She also uses the same cream under the eyes as a thicker mask to help fill in lines and prevent creasing.","This one is from Cerave"]},{"product_slug":"cerave-hydrating-cream-to-foam-cleanser","url":"/products/cerave-hydrating-cream-to-foam-cleanser","name":"Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser","shades":[],"subcategory":"cleanser","formulation":"cream-to-foam","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$15.99","enriched_price_usd":15.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe's Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser leaves a bit of hydration without over-stripping, according to board-certified dermatologist Doctorly. He notes it suits most skin types, making it a versatile option. This is a single positive review with no criticism mentioned.","top_quotes":["It leaves a little bit of hydration. It's not over stripping, and it really is going to suit most people's skin types.","A great option is always going to be something like Carave's Cream to Foam Cleanser."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-invisible-mineral-sunscreen-spf-50","url":"/products/cerave-invisible-mineral-sunscreen-spf-50","name":"Invisible Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50","shades":[],"subcategory":"SPF","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$16.99","enriched_price_usd":16.99,"retailers":["Amazon","CeraVe.com","CVS","Target","Ulta","Walmart"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["drdrayzday"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Invisible Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 leaves minimal white cast for a mineral formula, according to dermatologist Dr. Dray, who also notes it's moisturizing without being greasy or shiny. It doesn't peel under makeup and contains ceramides, making it suitable for daily wear. However, it is not water resistant, so it's best for everyday use rather than swimming or heavy sweating.","top_quotes":["Sometimes mineral sunscreens, they get a little flaky, and when you try and put makeup on over them, they make a mess. Not the case with this whatsoever.","The cast on this is very impressive for a mineral formula.","It's moisturizing, not the least bit greasy or shiny."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-skin-renewing-night-cream","url":"/products/cerave-skin-renewing-night-cream","name":"Skin Renewing Night Cream","shades":[],"subcategory":"moisturizer","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$21.99","enriched_price_usd":21.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS Pharmacy","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["sarahsheumd"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream is a budget-friendly face moisturizer at around $15, with a little going a long way. Dr. Sarah Sheu (board-certified dermatologist) calls it her favorite inexpensive option, though she notes it smells like \"stinky cheese\" — a scent that fades after a few seconds. The formula is effective for its price, but the initial odor may be off-putting for sensitive noses.","top_quotes":["You can get it for around $15 and a little bit goes a long way with this one.","my favorite inexpensive face moisturizer, CeraVe Healthy Renew Night Cream.","It does smell like stinky cheese, but it does go away after 5 seconds."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-intensive-moisturizing-lotion","url":"/products/cerave-intensive-moisturizing-lotion","name":"Intensive Moisturizing Lotion","shades":[],"subcategory":"moisturizer","formulation":"lotion","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$17.99","enriched_price_usd":17.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","Walgreens","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":null,"top_quotes":[]},{"product_slug":"cerave-sa-cream-for-rough-bumpy-skin","url":"/products/cerave-sa-cream-for-rough-bumpy-skin","name":"SA Cream for Rough & Bumpy Skin","shades":[],"subcategory":"moisturizer","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$25.99","enriched_price_usd":25.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe SA Cream for Rough & Bumpy Skin is a urea-based formula from a board-certified dermatologist brand. Doctorly notes that CeraVe launched this product, but the single quote provides no details on texture, efficacy, or skin type suitability. There is insufficient information to assess performance or recommend a purchase.","top_quotes":["Caravey's got a ura product that they launched."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-hydrating-facial-cleanser","url":"/products/cerave-hydrating-facial-cleanser","name":"Hydrating Facial Cleanser","shades":["Normal to Dry Skin"],"subcategory":"cleanser","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$15.99–$17.79","enriched_price_usd":15.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["lavish_krish"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser is a non-foaming formula that one creator, Lavish Krish, has used for years and calls the only cleanser that doesn't break them out. It's a gentle, no-frills option for those who prefer a non-foaming texture and have breakout-prone skin. No other feedback is available, so consider your own preference for cleanser texture.","top_quotes":["this is one of the very few actually the only one that doesn't break me out.","I've honestly never liked anything more than this for years and years.","this is a non foaming cleanser."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-skin-renewing-brightening-lotion-with-spf-30","url":"/products/cerave-skin-renewing-brightening-lotion-with-spf-30","name":"Skin Renewing Brightening Lotion with SPF 30","shades":[],"subcategory":"SPF","formulation":"lotion","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$24.88–$29.99","enriched_price_usd":24.88,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["shelbyannbell"],"has_strong_endorsement":true,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Skin Renewing Brightening Lotion with SPF 30 combines broad-spectrum SPF 30, three essential ceramides, and niacinamide to target dark spots and continuously release hydration all day. One creator notes she's been using it for days and is very pleased with the results, especially for sun damage on her face. It's available at Ulta and suits those looking for a moisturizing sunscreen with brightening benefits.","top_quotes":["So, has a dark spot corrector, which I'm getting a lot of sun damage and like dark spots on this side of my face, I think, just from driving.","I do have a little confession. I actually have been using this product already for a few days and I've been obsessed with it.","See, I just got home. Let's try out the new Sarah V skin renewing brightening lotion with sunscreen."]},{"product_slug":"cerave-eye-repair-cream","url":"/products/cerave-eye-repair-cream","name":"Eye Repair Cream","shades":[],"subcategory":"eye cream","formulation":"cream","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$19.99","enriched_price_usd":19.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","CeraVe.com","Target"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["hyram"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":true,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Eye Repair Cream is a basic moisturizing eye cream that keeps the area hydrated, but doesn't address more severe dark circles. Hyram (skincare focus) calls it a \"good starter eye cream\" that works for simple moisture needs. It's a fine entry-level option, but those with advanced concerns may need a more targeted formula.","top_quotes":["once my dark circles started getting more severe, this one just didn't really do anything anymore","Good simple eye cream. Keeps you moisturized, but that's about it","it is a good starter eye cream and I still recommend it"]},{"product_slug":"cerave-resurfacing-retinol-serum","url":"/products/cerave-resurfacing-retinol-serum","name":"Resurfacing Retinol Serum","shades":[],"subcategory":"serum","formulation":"serum","price_tier":"drugstore","enriched_price":"$21.99","enriched_price_usd":21.99,"retailers":["Amazon","Walmart","Ulta","CVS","Target","CeraVe"],"creator_count":1,"creators":["doctorly"],"has_strong_endorsement":false,"has_mixed_evidence":false,"consensus_summary":"CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum is a low-concentration encapsulated retinol, ideal as an entry-level retinoid. Doctorly (board-certified dermatologist) calls it \"a very good beginner retinoid that's going to get the job done\" and a \"perfect starter retinol.\" It's effective for those new to retinol, but no feedback on irritation or results for experienced users is provided.","top_quotes":["I think if you want like an entrylevel retinol has their resurfacing retinol. It's a lower concentration encapsulated retinol. A very good beginner retinoid that's going to get the job done.","This is a perfect starter retinol. It actually does a lot for your skin, that whole product."]}]}}