The formula includes hyaluronic acid, three essential ceramides, niacinamide and peptides. Hyaluronic acid helps give skin a smooth, plump look, while ceramides help restore the skin barrier. CeraVe says its peptides can help stimulate collagen production and improve the appearance of aging skin.2

The plumper look from moisturizer is temporary, so daily use is needed to keep seeing it. Creams offer subtle results at best, and some people see none. A cream can plump a wrinkle; it cannot moonlight as a facelift.1

Hydration can make skin look smoother quickly. As general skin care guidance, use a product consistently for at least 30 days before judging whether it is working, unless it irritates your skin; stop using it if irritation starts.13

How do you use CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream?

  1. 1Cleanse your face first. In CeraVe's routine order, moisturizer comes after cleansing, toning and treatments.
  2. 2Apply small dots where needed around your face.
  3. 3Gently smooth the cream until it is absorbed, then use it nightly before bed.
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Is CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream good for sensitive skin?

CeraVe describes the cream as suitable for all skin types and free of added fragrance, which can suit someone avoiding fragrance. Sensitive skin can still react to lotions or other ingredients. See a healthcare provider if symptoms are very bothersome or do not go away with home care. Ingredient lists can change, so check the package you have if you avoid a specific ingredient.234

Can you use CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream during the day?

CeraVe's directions say to use it nightly before bed, giving this cream a documented night shift. If you are outdoors during the day, apply sunscreen after your other skin care and before makeup. Choose broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher, and apply it 15 minutes before going outside.23

Where this answer comes from

  1. 1Many ways to firm sagging skinaad.org
  2. 2Skin Renewing Night Creamcerave.com
  3. 3Dermatologist-recommended skin care for your 20saad.org
  4. 4Sensitive Skin: What It Is, Symptoms, Causes & Treatmentmy.clevelandclinic.org