CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream

This was fine on application, but it left the most horrible oily residue on my skin and I could still feel it 24 hours later. Didn't notice any difference to my skin, just felt greasy. Wouldn't use again.

I got this cream for my upper arms specifically after I did a search on what would help for my bumpy upper arms. I am struggling with keratosis pilaris (and have been for years) and this product was recommended to help with my red, bumpy arms. Sadly, it did not do anything for the bumps - or for the redness. It did not smooth anything out as far as I am concerned. It did however make my skin feel soft and cared for - it’s a non-greasy formula but effective in moisturising your skin and has a fresh smell to it.

It does have a mild urea scent (think cat pee...) that I don't enjoy, but I'm particularly sensitive to scents so I could just be dramatic. It is very mild though! And there's a chance it's all in my head just from seeing the word urea...

This also has quite a thick consistency, so I prefer rubbing it into my hands and then pressing it into my skin so as not to pull or drag on my skin.

I do have sensitivity on the tops of my cheeks and I definitely could feel a bit of stinging. I also made the mistake of applying it soon after waxing my eyebrows and that was a big mistake! But that was entirely my fault, not the product's.

I did still find it hydrating, and used in conjunction with the CeraVe SA Cleanser, I have noticed my skin feeling more smooth.

However, I think I might mostly use this moisturizer on my elbows and heels (I read that urea is great for those areas) once I find another facial moisturizer to replace this one.

All in all, it does what it claims, my skin and sense of smell might just be a bit too sensitive for regular use on the face.

I have tried this product as the cleanser was amazing. However since I have combination skin and already use a cream moisturiser. This didn’t help my skin as there was just so much cream and sunscreen which made my skin break out. It’s not entirely the product but more my skin type.

I was so excited to be part of this trial as I had been wanting to try this cream as soon as I saw it was available.

First off, I am a bit confused by this range. Is it for body or face? It doesn’t really say on the packaging but some online research led me find out it’s actually for both! I used it on my face once but it started smarting slightly so I decided to just trial on my body. I have super dry skin with bumpy upper arms, thighs and back. This cream is really thick so I was looking forward to the results.

My skin definitely felt softer, but I didn’t notice a difference in the bumps. I also think due to the consistency you need to use quite a lot of product and for the price point I’d be a bit hesitant to use this again as I have had better results with a cheaper product. It also left a residue on my skin which felt a bit slippery when showering again the next day.

Overall a nice product, there is no strong fragrance and my skin did feel moisturised and soft after using it for a few days. I was just hoping it would banish the bumps more!

This was a bit of a hit and a miss for our family. First up - it is fragrance-free (yay) and suitable for two of our family members with dry, red, rough and bumpy skin; one of of us has eczema and sensitive skin, and one with keratosis pilaris. For me (eczema/sensitive) I was not a fan. The cream was so thick and rich and really didn't absorb at all. I applied it to my eczema spots on my legs before bedtime first and awoke thinking my legs had been oiled. Jumping in the shower I could feel a film of it all over me. The next time I used half as much and still encountered the same problem. I switched to using it on rough patches (elbows, knees etc) and had a much better go of it, but I was hoping for a cream that would work in tandem with the wash to really target my eczema. However, for our keratosis pilaris sufferer, she loved it. It absorbed well into her skin and, done in tandem with the wash, we noticed an improvement in the appearance and colour of her skin (goodbye inflamed red arms). This is definitely a product that you'll have to try and see if it works for you - it was mixed success for us!

I really liked this product, it had a great thick texture and no scents/purfumes etc. I used it on my neck + chest, as well as arms and backs of thighs where I tend to get rough\ bumpy skin.

This cream definitely smoothed and soothed my skin and felt very nice to have on. It’s super thick but applies and soaks in well without leaving a cast. Because it is so thick, I didn’t feel comfortable using it on my face, and preferred to stick with body.

I had a look online and see the price seems very reasonable, the product goes far and I think the tube will last me a while.

The packaging is basic, not as ‘pretty’ as other brands but I feel it would appeal to broad range of ages. I would have liked this more in a pump bottle but assume it it probably to thick to pump out.

Overall, I saw and felt an improvement in the texture of my skin and I think with continued use it will be even better. I would recommend this to anyone struggling with dry and bumpy skin as it is a great price and worked for my skin, so can’t hurt to give it a go.

Love that this is a desant size moisturizer. I used it on both my face and body and found it to worked well to smooth and moisturize rough dry irritated areas such knees and elbows. The consistancy of the product I found to be quite a firm cream and on application felt smooth and soothing. I have quite bad eczema on my arms and lathering this moisturizer on after showering with the cleanser has really helped illiminate roughness and smooth the feel of my skin. Would buy this in the future.