Love CeraVe? You'll Love These 9 Alternates To Their Bestselling Products

The CeraVe hydrating cleanser contains ceramides and hyaluronic acid, which work to hydrate and nourish dry skin. It cleans dirt and impurities whilst mainting the skin barrier. We have found Minimalist's 6% Oat Extract Gentle Cleanser does the same job and has the added benefit of 6% Oat extract which has anti-irritation properties along with a smooth and calming effect. Both have a non-foaming formula, more like a cream or lotion, and are extremely gentle on the skin. 

Alternative To: CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser For Dry Skin

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The CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser has Salicylic Acid in it to reduce acne and unclog pores, three skin-identical ceramides, and infusion with hyaluronic acid to ensure your skin feels hydrating after every wash. While there are many Salicylic Acid cleansers in the market, I absolutely love COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser that delivers real results. This K-beauty product has the same features as CeraVe including antioxidant and skin-brightening properties. 

Alternative To: CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser

If you have dry skin then you must check out Re’equil’s moisturiser. This one has hyaluronic acid and ceramides, just like CeraVe Daily Moisturising Lotion. It’s non-comedogenic (won’t clog your pores), is dermatologically tested and is also free from sulphates, parabens and mineral oils, which is always a good thing.

Alternative To: CeraVe Moisturising Lotion

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We’ve seen Cetaphil and CeraVe being compared time and again, and to certain extent both of these brands are considered interchangeable too, so it was inevitable adding a Cetaphil product on the list. The Cetaphil Moisturising Cream helps improve and maintain your skin barrier and claims to work as a humectant (attracts water) and an emollient (helps smoothen skin). It also claims to provide instant hydration for 48 hours.

Alternative To: CeraVe Moisturising Cream

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The Episoft AC Moisturiser With Microencapsulated Sunscreen is non-comedogenic, lightweight, has SPF 30, and makes for a good alternative for the AM Lotion by CeraVe. Both of these products have been dermatologically tested and do a good job of keeping your skin hydrated. However, CeraVe contains actives like ceramides and hyaluronic acid which you will not find in Episoft. CeraVe has another variant of AM Facial Moisturising Lotion that comes with SPF 50.

Alternative To: CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion With SPF

A night lotion or sleeping mask is essential for repairing daily damage and actively helping with anti-ageing. Dr. Sheth’s products have been formulated especially for Indian skin types. This sleeping mask has worked wonders for me. The formula is non-sticky and quick absorbing. You wake up to plump, fresh, hydrated skin in the morning. It’s a good alternative to the PM lotion by CeraVe, which also has hyaluronic acid and works to restore your skin overnight. 

Alternative To: CeraVe PM Facial Moisturising Lotion​

CeraVe’s Foaming Oil-Free Cleanser​ is a delight for oily skin people. It has hyaluronic acid and niacinamide with three essential ceramides that help in removing excess oil, dirt, and makeup while keeping the skin hydrated. Neutrogena’s Deep Clean Gentle Foaming Cleanser is basically CeraVe but better (if I can say so myself). The cleanser has a moisture balance formula with 33% glycerin and beeswax. With glycerin and myristic acid doing the heavy lifting, this one’s perfect if you’ve been eyeing CeraVe’s Foaming Cleanser. Dermatologically tested, it was created after a 365-day research period and gives a nourished healthy glow with every wash. 

Alternative To: CeraVe Foaming Oil-Free Cleanser

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Dot & Key’s Cica Calming Oil-Free Moisturiser provides soothing hydration and keeps acne and oil in check. Formulated with Niacinamide, Cica (Centella), ceramides, and oatmeal extract, it’s a solid alternative to CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel Cream. The lightweight gel texture feels refreshing and hydrates deeply. Both products are non-comedogenic and have gel-based formulas ideal for oily skin. 

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If you’ve started using Retinol or have been thinking about it, chances are you’ve received CeraVe Retinol as a recommendation. However, this one’s mostly out of stock at most sites selling in India. So we did the legwork and found an alternative that does most of what CeraVe does and it's easily available — Innisfree 0.15% Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule. It's a powerful all-in-one solution for multiple skin troubles like patchiness, rough and bumpy skin texture, blemishes or acne marks. Infused with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides among other things, this Korean retinol claims to repair damaged skin barrier and essentially made for sensitive skin folks.

Infused with Vitamin C and Glycerin, this provides your skin with gentle exfoliation and even-toned and wrinkle-free skin. 

Alternative To: Resurfacing Retinol Serum

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