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Try to stay calm, but CeraVe is having an epic skincare sale
Yes yes, it's CeraVe
By now, you all now exactly how good CeraVe is. Your mate with the glowy skin probably raves about it. Dermatologists recommend it across the board. Even the Cosmo beauty team are loyal converts.
Really, the secret to this pharmacy favourite’s success is two-fold. Firstly, there’s the no-frills formulas that all skin types can get on board with. Cult products such as the Hydrating Cleanser and Smoothing Cream cleanse, moisturise and fortify the skin as well as anything else. What they lack in skincare sex appeal, they more than make up for in efficacy.
Then, there’s the sheer affordability: every CeraVe product comes in at under £20, meaning you can bag your entire skincare routine without hitting triple figures. So far so good, right?
Well, if I just convinced you to give CeraVe a go, you’re in luck. Today, as part of Amazon’s Prime Day extravaganza, a hefty slice of the CeraVe line is generously reduced by up to half price, meaning you can save even more on your skincare reboot. Trust me - this is a rare discount, and one you’ll regret not making the most of. All you need is an Amazon Prime account – and if you don't have one of those, simply sign up for a free trial before checking out.
Here, see what to invest in, and why…
WAS £16 NOW £8.96 Moisturising Cream
A combination of hyaluronic acid and ceramides (consider them the building blocks of skin) makes this one a moisturising powerhouse when it comes to very dry limbs. Smooth it over cracked elbows and heels for instant relief.
WAS £12.50 NOW £7 SA Smoothing Cleanser
WAS £12.50 NOW £7 SA Smoothing Cleanser
There are three CeraVe cleansers in the skincare hall of fame. This is the one to pick if you're congested or acne-prone, thanks to the hit of spot-busting salicylic acid inside.
WAS £15 NOW £9 Hydrating Cleanser
WAS £15 NOW £9 Hydrating Cleanser
If you're more on the dry side, this is going to become your new holy grail. It's loaded with glycerin and hyaluronic acid to melt away grime and oil while making your complexion feel incredibly soft.
WAS £13 NOW £8.30 Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 25
WAS £13 NOW £8.30 Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 25
This daily moisturiser really ticks all the boxes. Simple yet effective, it contains barrier-boosting ceramides alongside oil-balancing niacinamide and good old hyaluronic acid, as well as SPF25 to boot.
WAS £17 NOW £10.20 Hyaluronic Acid Serum
WAS £17 NOW £10.20 Hyaluronic Acid Serum
This is the brand's newest launch, and it's one worth snapping straight up. Hyaluronic acid serums don't need to cost a fortune to deliver on the dewy-skin front, and this is the definitive proof.
Roberta Schroeder is the Senior Ecommerce Editor at Harper's Bazaar and ELLE, overseeing shopping strategy and content across fashion, beauty, and travel. She has more than 15 years of experience in the luxury sector, spanning personal shopping, editorial consultancy, trend forecasting and journalism. Over the years, she has worked for global brands including WGSN, Farfetch, Chanel, and Vogue.
When not testing beauty products, trialling trends and curating content that spotlights the very best in fashion and beauty, Roberta can usually be found trawling resale sites and vintage stores for a long-coveted designer find. Follow Roberta on Instagram at @roberta__schroeder
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