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Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo cleanses without stripping away moisture, leaving hair feeling healthy and soft.* The allergy-tested formula is free of phtalates, sulfates, dyes, parabens, fragrance, and MIT.

• Made For: All Hair Types; Including: All Curl Patterns & Colored-Treated Hair
• Helps With: Hydrating Hair

If your hair lacks hydration, it may appear dull and dry. A hydrating shampoo with ingredients that work to lock in moisture can help restore your hairs healthy appearance. We recommend choosing a sulfate-free shampoo formula thats gentle and does not disrupt the scalp barrier.

CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo is a clinically tested formula designed to remove buildup without stripping your hair of moisture.* The innovative formula with three essential ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acidwas developed with dermatologists to be gentle on your scalp and hair. Paired with CeraVe Hydrating Conditioner, the hydrating shampoo leaves hair feeling healthy and soft. Both formulas are pH-balanced, non-comedogenic, and allergy-tested and suitable for sensitive scalps. Theyre also phthalate-free, sulfate-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, and formulated for all hair types, including curls and color-treated hair.

*when used as a system with CeraVe Hydrating Conditioner

Key Features & Benefits:

• Gentle on Scalp and Hair: Allergy-tested and suitable for sensitive scalps
• Cares for the Scalp Barrier:Gently cleanses the scalp and hair, removing buildup without stripping away hairs moisture
• Suitable for All Hair Types:Can be used on all hair types and curl patterns, as well as color-treated hair
• Leaves Hair Feeling Soft and Nourished:Hair feels healthy and soft after use

Key Ingredients:

• Ceramides:A key component of your skin barrier, which is essential for keeping moisture in and harmful elements out.
• Hyaluronic Acid:A naturally-occurring substance that plays a key role in maintaining skin’s moisture balance.
• Niacinamide:A form of vitamin B3, which helps calm skin.

How to Use:

1. Apply the hydrating shampoo to your wet hair and scalp.
2. Massage it into a lather from roots to ends, then rinse thoroughly.
3. Follow with the CeraVe Hydrating Conditioner.

Ingredients:AQUA / WATER / EAU SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE SODIUM CHLORIDE GLYCOL DISTEARATE AMODIMETHICONE SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE PPG-5-CETETH-20 POTATO STARCH MODIFIED COCAMIDE MIPA CERAMIDE NP CERAMIDE AP CERAMIDE EOP CARBOMER NIACINAMIDE TRIDECETH-6 TRIETHYL CITRATE SODIUM HYDROXIDE SODIUM BENZOATE SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE SALICYLIC ACID SODIUM HYALURONATE CHOLESTEROL COCO-BETAINE CITRIC ACID CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE CAPRYLYL GLYCOL PHYTOSPHINGOSINE XANTHAN GUM POLYQUATERNIUM-10 ACRYLATES COPOLYMER BENZOIC ACIDFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):HOW CAN YOU TELL IF YOUR HAIR NEEDS HYDRATION?Your hair may need hydration if it feels brittle, appears dull, or feels dehydrated. These are signs that your hair lacks sufficient water content. If your hair tangles often, feels rough, or has lost its natural shine and bounce, its likely in need of hydrating products, like a gentle shampoo and conditioner.ARE CERAVE SHAMPOOS SUITABLE FOR COLOR-TREATED HAIR?All CeraVe hair products, including our Gentle Hydrating Shampoo, are suitable for color-treated hair. Try using CeraVe shampoo as part of a complete haircare routine for colored strands. In addition to using a color-safe shampoo, limit heat styling and make sure to protect your hair (with a hat) in the sun.DOES CERAVE GENTLE HYDRATING SHAMPOO HAVE SULFATES OR PARABENS?Our Gentle Hydrating Shampoo is formulated without sulfates and parabens. Its also free of dyes and fragrances.CAN I USE HYDRATING SHAMPOO EVERY DAY?How often you should wash your hair can vary based on your hair type, hair length, and activity level. For example, those with oily hair or who exercise frequently may need to wash more often, while individuals with textured hair may benefit from spacing out washes. Its all about finding the right balance for your hair’s specific needs. Our gentle, fragrance-free shampoo is formulated for daily use, making it a great option for those who wash their hair daily.DOES CERAVE GENTLE HYDRATING SHAMPOO CONTAIN METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE?You wont find methylisothiazolinone (MIT)a common preservative found in various personal care productsin any of CeraVes haircare products.SHOULD YOU USE CERAVE GENTLE HYDRATING SHAMPOO FOR DANDRUFF?If youre dealing with flakes, we recommend reaching for the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo (and pairing it with the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner) or CeraVe 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner. Both options help manage flakes, itching, and irritation. Use at least twice weekly, or as directed by your doctor, for the best results. Between uses, you can keep your hair feeling clean with the CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner.WHAT IS MIT AND WHY DO WE FORMULATE WITHOUT IT IN OUR CERAVE PRODUCTS?MIT is Methylisothiazolinone, a synthetic preservative used in consumer products to inhibit bacterial growth. MIT used at certain concentration has been known to cause allergic reactions in some people and we formulate without it for this reason.WHY DO WE FORMULATE OUR PRODUCTS WITHOUT FRAGRANCE?Fragrance is often added to products to give them a pleasant scent. But fragrance chemicals can also be irritating and may cause allergic reactions in some peoples skin. Because of this, many dermatologists recommend using products that are fragrance-free. CeraVe products are formulated without fragrance for this reason.