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CeraVe

CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel

  • 1.75 fl oz gel moisturizer
  • Niacinamide is the key ingredient
  • All skin types, including dry and sensitive
  • Oil free, fragrance free, paraben free
  • Non-comedogenic, aimed at acne and pores

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

An ultra-light, oil-free gel moisturizer with niacinamide for every skin type, aimed at acne-prone and pore-prone skin. The listing names only one key ingredient and gives no directions.

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ASIN: B0C7HHKH3GCategory: Moisturizers

Overview

Not a heavy cream, this CeraVe moisturizer is an ultra-light gel built around niacinamide. The listing marks it fragrance free, non-comedogenic and made in the United States, with acne and pores as the concerns.

A gel that is oil free and non-comedogenic suits skin that breaks out easily, and the all-skin-types label leaves the choice open. Very dry skin may find the texture too light, and the listing says little beyond the single ingredient.

Who it's for

Shiny, breakout-prone skin that wants hydration with no greasy finish is the situation here. Dry or mature skin that needs heavy moisture should consider a cream, and anyone wanting daytime cover needs a separate sunscreen.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Oil free and fragrance free
  • Listed for sensitive skin
  • Made in the United States
Cons
  • No sun protection
  • Only one key ingredient named
  • May be too light for very dry skin

Performance notes

A gel base is mostly water and spreads thin, so it hydrates without clogging pores. Niacinamide supports the barrier and helps with the look of pores over weeks of steady use, and it works best layered under sunscreen in the day.

Specifications

BrandCeraVe
Dimensions & fit
Size1.75 fl ozhigher than 56% of 148 moisturizers
Capacity & performance
Age RangeAdult
Other details
Skin TypeAll, Dry, Normal, Oily, Sensitive
Key IngredientsNiacinamide
AddressesAcne, Pores
BenefitsHydrating, Moisturizing, Non-comedogenic
Item FormGel
Free OfOil Free, Paraben Free
ScentFragrance Free
Made InUnited States

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Frequently asked questions

What comes in the CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel package?

The listing shows a single 1.75 fl oz container. It does not mention a pump, sample or refill.

Is CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel enough for dry skin?

Dry skin is on the skin types list, though the texture is very light. Dry skin may want a cream on top in winter.

Is it a sunscreen?

No. The listing gives no SPF, so a separate sunscreen is needed in the day.