What do reviews say about dry skin?

NBC Select calls it soothing and non-drying for an acne wash, but notes it is not ideal for very dry skin.

What do reviews say about benzoyl peroxide?

It uses 4% benzoyl peroxide, which a dermatologist named as a lower-strength option versus 10% washes.

What do reviews say about results?

89% of 3,289 Target ratings are 4 or 5 stars; shoppers rate acne reduction 4.2/5.

Beauty & Skincare · Cleansers · 3,289 reviews · 3 sources

CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser

Best for: acne-prone skin that dries outMid-range

A 4% benzoyl peroxide wash that treats breakouts without stripping skin, thanks to ceramides and niacinamide. Very dry skin may still need a rich moisturizer after.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You get regular breakouts
Salicylic washes dry you out

Skip if

Your skin is very dry and flaky
You use colored towels (BPO bleaches)

How it scores

Gentleness8.0

Efficacy8.0

Texture7.0

Price

$11.99–16.79 (5 oz, Target)

You pay for: Low-cost benzoyl peroxide wash

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Clears breakouts4% benzoyl peroxide wash

Buyers happyMost ratings are 4-5 stars

Not dryingCeramides keep skin soft

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

Not for very dry skinMay still leave dry skin tight

BPO can dry at firstStart slowly, then build up

One-star ratingsA small group saw no benefit

Reviewers disagree on

Gentle for an acne washStill too strong for some dry skin

Alternatives

Same price · $11.99–16.79 (5 oz, Target)

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Sources

AI summary of public reviews, not a recommendation.