Sunscreens
Sun protection is an essential step in your daily skincare routine. In fact, using broad-spectrum sunscreen daily is a fundamental part of protecting all skin types from the detrimental effects of UV rays—no matter your age. Without it, your skin is vulnerable to the host of issues sun damage can bring.1 To ensure your skin is getting all the protection it deserves, all of our mineral sunscreen formulas contain three essential ceramides to help restore and maintain your skin barrier and lock in moisture.
Find the Best Sunscreen for Your Skin
There’s a face and body CeraVe sunscreen for everyone, including sunscreen for oily skin, children, and babies, as well as those with sensitive skin and other concerns.
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Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for Face & Body
<p><strong>ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:</strong></p> <p>Homosalate 6% ................................................................... Sunscreen</p> <p>Octisalate 5% ...................................................................... Sunscreen</p> <p>Octocrylene 5% ................................................................... Sunscreen</p> <p><a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/zinc-oxide">Zinc oxide</a> 7%...................................................................... Sunscreen</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:</strong> water, glycerin, coco-caprylate/caprate, propanediol, butyloctyl salicylate, C12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer,</p> <p><a href="https://www.cerave.com/ingredients-in-cerave/niacinamide">niacinamide</a>, ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, oryza sativa (rice) bran wax,</p> <p>steareth-20, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, sorbitan</p> <p>isostearate, carbomer, triethoxycaprylylsilane, cetearyl alcohol,</p> <p>behentrimonium methosulfate, triethyl citrate, sodium lauroyl lactylate,</p> <p>sodium hyaluronate, cholesterol, chlorphenesin, hydroxyacetophenone,</p> <p>hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, citric</p> <p>acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, caprylyl glycol, trisodium</p> <p>ethylenediamine disuccinate, diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate,</p> <p>xanthan gum, phytosphingosine, polyhydroxystearic acid, polysorbate</p> <p>60, benzoic acid</p> <p><em> </em></p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up-to-date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use. </em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
<p><strong>ACTIVE INGREDIENTS</strong>: HOMOSALATE (10%), MERADIMATE (5%), OCTINOXATE (5%), OCTOCRYLENE (2%), <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/zinc-oxide">ZINC OXIDE</a> (6.3%)</p> <p><br /><strong>INACTIVE INGREDIENTS</strong>: WATER, <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/niacinamide">NIACINAMIDE</a>, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE, <a href="https://www.cerave.com/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">DIMETHICONE</a>, BHT, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLESTEROL, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, DISODIUM EDTA, PROPYLPARABEN, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, HYDROLYZED <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/hyaluronic-acid">HYALURONIC ACID</a>, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHAN GUM </p> <p><br /></p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up-to-date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable for your personal use.</em> </p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><b>ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:</b> AVOBENZONE 3%, HOMOSALATE 10%, OCTISALATE 5%, OCTOCRYLENE 2.7% <br /><br /> <b>INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:</b> WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE SE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, CERAMIDE NP, CERMAIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE / VP CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CHOLESTEROL, PHENOXYETHANOL, DISODIUM EDTA, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, CITRIC ACID, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, XANTHUM GUM, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN </p><br> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em> </p></br> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body Lotion
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (6%), Zinc Oxide (5%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">Dimethicone</a>, Glyceryl Stearate, Isododecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Peg-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Peg-8 Laurate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethiconol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Hydroxide,Palmitic Acid Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Body Lotion
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (9%), Zinc Oxide (7%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive ingredients:</strong> Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">Dimethicone</a>, Isododecane, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Peg-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Peg-8 Laurate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethiconol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Lotion
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (6%), Zinc Oxide (5%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">Dimethicone</a>, Glyceryl Stearate, Isododecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Peg-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/niacinamide">Niacinamide</a>, Peg-8 Laurate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethiconol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol,Aluminum Hydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Face Lotion
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (9%), Zinc Oxide (7%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">Dimethicone</a>, Isododecane, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Peg-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Niacinamide, Peg-8 Laurate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethiconol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (5.5%), Zinc Oxide (10%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Chloride, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/salicylic-acid">Salicylic Acid</a>, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Stearate, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, P-Anisic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable for your personal use.</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Skin Renewing Day Cream
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients: </strong>Octinoxate 7.5%, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/zinc-oxide">Zinc Oxide</a> 10.5%</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: Water, cyclomethicone, pentylene glycol, phenyl trimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, PEG-40 stearate, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">dimethicone</a>, glycerin, stearyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, BHT, squalane, potassium cetyl phosphate, potassium phosphate, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, sorbitan isostearate, carbomer, dimethicone crosspolymer, behentrimonium methosulfate, ceteareth-20, sodium polyacrylate, lecithin, retinol, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, disodium EDTA, chlorphenesin, alcohol, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, citric acid, hydrogenated palm glycerides, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, iris florentina root extract, xanthan gum, phytosphingosine, butylene glycol, polysilicone-11, polysorbate 60, ethylhexylglycerin, polysorbate 20</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em> </p>Buy Online View Product Details
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Mineral Sunscreen Stick
<p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Active Ingredients</strong>: Titanium Dioxide (6%), Zinc Oxide (4.7%)</p> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"><strong>Inactive Ingredients</strong>: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Paraffin, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Ozokerite, <a href="/ingredients-in-cerave/dimethicone">Dimethicone</a>, Beeswax, Polyethylene, Cetyl Alcohol, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6-II, Ceramide 1, Cholesterol, Phytosphyngosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyhydrostearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, BHT, Carbomer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isostearic Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.</em></p> <p><em>(For refilled products in the store, the most up to date list of ingredients should be obtained locally after refill of the product on the point of sale).</em></p>Buy Online View Product Details
Find the Right Sunscreen for You
| Skin Type | Concern | Key Benefits | Key Ingredients | Texture | ||
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| Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for Face & Body |
Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for Face & Body
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All Skin Types; Sensitive Skin, Acne-Prone Skin | Sun Protection; Hydrating |
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Ceramides, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide
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Lotion |
| AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 |
AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
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Normal to Dry | Hydration; Sun Protection |
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Ceramides, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid
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Lightweight Lotion |
| Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion |
Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion
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Normal to Oily Skin | Hydration; Sun Protection |
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Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid
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Ultra-Lightweight Lotion |
| Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint |
Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint
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All Skin Types; Sensitive Skin, Acne-Prone Skin | Sun Protection; Hydrating |
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Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide
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Tinted lotion |
FAQ
Find the answers to some frequently asked questions about sunscreen below.
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How Much Sunscreen To Use on Your Face & Body
Experts, like the Skin Cancer Foundation, recommend applying roughly two tablespoons of sunscreen to your body—about the size of a shot glass. For your face, it’s recommended to apply a nickel-sized amount. If you’re using a spray or stick, it’s best to apply it liberally over your skin until you see a sheen on your skin’s surface.2
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How Often Should you Reapply Sunscreen?
Typically, sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours if you’re outdoors, as well as after sweating or swimming. If you’re indoors, away from windows, one application should suffice.3
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How Long Does Sunscreen Last?
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) requires that all sunscreens are formulated to last at least three years. Of course, always be sure to keep track of your sunscreen’s expiration date on the package.4
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What Is Mineral Sunscreen?
Mineral sunscreen, also known as physical sunscreen, helps protect your skin by forming a barrier to block the sun’s damaging UV rays. This type of SPF contains ingredients such as zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, or a combination of the two.
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References
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Sources
1. Photoaging: What You Need to Know About the Other Kind of Aging; Skin Cancer Foundation: https://www.skincancer.org/blog/photoaging-what-you-need-to-know/
2. Ask the Expert: How Much Sunscreen Should I Be Using on My Face and Body?; Skin Cancer Foundation: https://www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the-expert-how-much-sunscreen-should-i-be-using-on-my-face-and-body/
3. Sunscreen & Your Morning Routine; Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/sunscreen-and-your-morning-routine
4. Is sunscreen from last year still good? When does sunscreen expire?; Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/sunscreen-expire/faq-20057957