What are the key ingredients in Renewing SA cleansing?

Renewing SA cleansing contains 22 ingredients. Key actives include: Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Niacinamide, and more.

Does Renewing SA cleansing contain comedogenic or pore-clogging ingredients?

Based on ingredient analysis, Renewing SA cleansing does not contain known comedogenic or irritating ingredients and is generally considered safe for acne-prone skin.

How is the safety of Renewing SA cleansing rated?

Safety ratings for Renewing SA cleansing are calculated based on individual ingredient analysis, covering comedogenicity, irritancy, and overall safety scores. See the full breakdown at https://www.skinwis.com/product/cerave-renewing-sa-cleansing.

Where can I find the full ingredient list for Renewing SA cleansing?

The complete ingredient list, safety analysis, and community reviews for Renewing SA cleansing are available on SkinWis at https://www.skinwis.com/product/cerave-renewing-sa-cleansing.

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Renewing SA cleansing

Updated on: 14/10/2025

Total Ingredients

analysed

22 of 22

Skin-Safe

low risk

1 of 22

Potential Irritants

may irritate sensitive skin

0 of 22

Potential Pore-Clogging

comedogenic risk

About this product

22 ingredients

1 potential irritant

none pore-clogging

Contains Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

Water

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Foam Enhancer Cleansing Surfactant Skin Enhancer +4

Glycerin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +7

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Cleansing Surfactant Skin Enhancer Lather Creator +5

Niacinamide

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Surface Refiner

Gluconolactone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Metal Ion Binder

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Cleansing Surfactant

Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Emulsifying Surfactant

Salicylic Acid

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Scalp Condition Treatment Product Protector Skin Enhancer +3

Ceramide 6 Ii

Safety: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Ceramide 3

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Ceramide 1

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Hyaluronic Acid

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet Static Eliminator +1

Cholesterol

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

UV Protector for Products Skin Enhancer Thickness Regulator +2

Sodium Benzoate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Product Protector Metal Protection Agent Scent Provider

Zea Mays Oil

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +2

Disodium EDTA

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Thickness Regulator Metal Ion Binder

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Emulsifying Surfactant

Phytosphingosine

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Xanthan Gum

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Cleansing Surfactant Skin Enhancer Gel Structure Builder +4

Carbomer

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Gel Structure Builder Thickness Regulator Emulsion Stabilizer

Sodium Hydroxide

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: High risk

pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent

Ingredient Name	Safety Profile	Functionality
01 Water	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer +1
02 Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Foam Enhancer Cleansing Surfactant +5
03 Glycerin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet +8
04 Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Cleansing Surfactant Skin Enhancer +6
05 Niacinamide	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Surface Refiner
06 Gluconolactone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Metal Ion Binder
07 Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Cleansing Surfactant
08 Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Emulsifying Surfactant
09 Salicylic Acid	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Scalp Condition Treatment Product Protector +4
10 Ceramide 6 Ii	S 1 Safety: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
11 Ceramide 3	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
12 Ceramide 1	S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
13 Hyaluronic Acid	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet +2
14 Cholesterol	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	UV Protector for Products Skin Enhancer +3
15 Sodium Benzoate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Product Protector Metal Protection Agent +1
16 Zea Mays Oil	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +3
17 Disodium EDTA	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Thickness Regulator Metal Ion Binder
18 Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Emulsifying Surfactant
19 Phytosphingosine	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
20 Xanthan Gum	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Cleansing Surfactant Skin Enhancer +5
21 Carbomer	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Gel Structure Builder Thickness Regulator +1
22 Sodium Hydroxide	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent

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Is CeraVe Renewing SA cleansing comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Renewing SA cleansing appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 22 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

Is CeraVe a good skincare brand?

CeraVe is a skincare brand developed in 2005 in the United States in collaboration with dermatologists. The brand was created by a team of skincare experts and dermatologists to develop products that support the skin barrier using ceramides and other moisturizing ingredients. CeraVe focuses on cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens, and treatment products formulated for dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin. The brand is now owned by L'Oréal, which acquired it in 2017. CeraVe makes products such as Renewing SA cleansing that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about CeraVe.

Is CeraVe Renewing SA cleansing safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Renewing SA cleansing may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Hydroxide</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does CeraVe Renewing SA cleansing clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Renewing SA cleansing is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 22 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes CeraVe Renewing SA cleansing?

This product is from CeraVe. See more products from CeraVe.

What are the ingredients in CeraVe Renewing SA cleansing?

Renewing SA cleansing contains 22 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/cocamidopropyl-hydroxysultaine" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycerin" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycerin</a>, <a href="/ingredient/sodium-lauroyl-sarcosinate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/niacinamide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Niacinamide</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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