CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo 12 oz
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A gentle, no-fragrance daily shampoo that reads as genuinely calming for irritated scalps rather than just marketed that way.
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ASIN: B0DV42H38HCategory: Hair Shampoos
Overview
CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo is a fragrance-free, sulfate-free cleanser built around ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, developed with dermatologists for daily use on sensitive scalps and color-treated hair.
This sits in CeraVe's skin-care-first approach to hair: a 12oz cleanser that leans on barrier-supporting ingredients rather than heavy foam or added scent. It is positioned for people managing a sensitive or irritated scalp rather than for volume or heavy styling needs, and it is meant to be paired with a separate conditioner for moisture.
- Ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid formula
- Sulfate, dye, paraben and fragrance free
- Allergy-tested for sensitive scalps
- Suits all hair types and color-treated hair
Who it's for
Good for people with a sensitive, dry, itchy or flaky scalp, contact allergies, or color-treated hair who want a plain, fragrance-free daily shampoo. Not aimed at anyone chasing a thick lather or heavy standalone conditioning from the shampoo alone.
Pros and cons
- Gentle on sensitive or flaky scalps
- Free of sulfates, dyes, parabens and fragrance
- Pairs well with CeraVe's matching conditioner
- Affordable for a dermatologist-developed formula
- Lathers lightly compared to heavy foaming shampoos
- Not strongly moisturizing on its own
- One reviewer received a leaking, damaged bottle
Specifications
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Frequently asked questions
Is CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo sulfate free?
Yes, it is free of sulfates, MIT, dyes, parabens and fragrance, and is allergy-tested for sensitive scalps.
Does CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo work on color-treated hair?
Yes, it is suitable for all hair types and curl patterns, including color-treated hair.