The US product page describes a lightweight, oil free moisturizer. The UK Daily Moisturising Lotion is described specifically as a body moisturizer, so the product name has apparently cleared customs twice.13

The US product contains three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid. Ceramides help maintain the skin's protective barrier, and hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture. CeraVe describes its MVE system as continually releasing moisturizing ingredients for 24 hours of hydration. Ingredient lists can change, so check your bottle when you need to confirm a particular ingredient.1345

Apply it after a bath or shower while skin is still slightly damp; moisturizer traps moisture already in the skin. CeraVe says to apply liberally as often as needed, or as directed by a physician. General dry skin guidance also recommends moisturizing several times a day, including after washing your hands and whenever skin feels dry.167

Is CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion good for sensitive skin?

CeraVe describes the US lotion as fragrance free, hypoallergenic and non irritating, which fits the advice to choose fragrance free products for dry, sensitive skin. If it causes burning, stinging or irritation, stop applying it and tell a dermatologist.17

Can CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion be used on the face?

CeraVe describes the US formula as noncomedogenic, meaning it is intended not to clog pores. Facial skin is thinner and more sensitive than body skin, so a lighter lotion has the simpler assignment; very dry skin is where cream gets called up from the bench. For very dry facial skin, a cream or ointment can hold more moisture than a lotion, and lighter lotions may not be enough in colder, drier weather.1267

Does CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion help dry skin?

Yes. CeraVe positions the lotion for normal to dry skin and says it moisturizes and helps restore the protective barrier. Dry skin that is painful, cracks, bleeds or interferes with your quality of life should be assessed by a medical professional.14

Where this answer comes from

  1. 1Daily Moisturizing Lotion | Moisturizersafrica.cerave.com
  2. 2Choosing the Best Moisturizer for Dry Skinhealth.clevelandclinic.org
  3. 3Daily Moisturising Lotion | Body Moisturiserscerave.co.uk
  4. 4Solutions for Dry Skincerave.com
  5. 5Searchcerave.com
  6. 6Your winter skin survival kitaad.org
  7. 7Dermatologists' top tips for relieving dry skinaad.org