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You Don’t Need A ‘$98 Cream In A Fancy Jar’ — Reviewers Say This One Works Better

"If you have dry or mature skin, skip the pricey stuff and try this first."

You Don’t Need A ‘$98 Cream In A Fancy Jar’ — Reviewers Say This One Works Better

Throughout our extensive skincare reporting, CeraVe gets mentioned a lot. The ubiquitous drugstore brand is loved by dermologists, HuffPost readers and even our own staff. While CeraVe products are generally more affordable than others on the market, they’re even more enticing when they go on sale. So when we spotted the beloved skin-renewing night cream with an extra 20% coupon on Amazon, we had to put it on your radar.

Depending on where you look, the cream retails for over $20, making this deal closer to 40% off! Regardless, under $13 a jar is the lowest price we’ve ever seen it, so if this is a staple in your routine, you may want to stock up.

CeraVe’s Renewing Night Cream is packed with peptides that help smooth lines and wrinkles.

If you don’t already know, there are a few ingredients in every CeraVe product that make their formulas such winners: hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and three essential ceramides. These super-power additions help draw and retain moisture, protect your skin from environmental stressors that can cause premature aging and fortify the skin barrier.

The Skin-Renewing night cream has this winning trio, as well as a peptide complex to hydrate and restore your skin even more.

“I’ve purchased both high and low end moisturizers, this is definitely a quality moisturizer at a great price,” one review said. “Absorbs without feeling greasy, definitely minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, perfect under makeup...also no scent which is a huge plus.”

Reviewers call it a “simple, affordable night cream that actually works,” and “one of the best moisturizers you can buy at this price point” — especially for dry or mature skin.

“Let me just say this upfront: you do not need a $98 cream in a fancy jar to have soft, glowing, younger-looking skin,” Stephanie Ann wrote. “I’m 54, my skin is dry, and I get asked if I’m in my 30s on the regular. This CeraVe Night Cream is a big part of why.”

Even though this skin-softening formula boasts a thick and velvety texture, it claims to be fast-absorbing, residue-free and has won over reviewers for its ability to deeply hydrate.

“Super moisturizing, great for wrinkle reduction, and leave skin feeling very soft,” another user said. “It’s definitely a thicker cream, but it is meant for night time so it’s perfect.”

If you’ve been looking for extra nourishment in your nighttime routine, grab this beloved option while it’s on sale.

Read more promising reviews to learn even more about the CeraVe Renewing Night Cream and grab some while it’s at its lowest price ever.

“Let me just say this upfront: you do not need a $98 cream in a fancy jar to have soft, glowing, younger-looking skin. I’m 54, my skin is dry, and I get asked if I’m in my 30s on the regular. This CeraVe Night Cream is a big part of why. I know it’s technically marketed for nighttime, but my skin is Sahara-level dry, so I use it during the day too. I layer a tiny bit of castor oil underneath (an aesthetician recommended that combo to me), and my face stays moisturized, calm, and honestly as soft as a baby’s bottom.

What I Love: • Deep hydration without feeling greasy
It’s thick in the jar but melts right into your skin — perfect under makeup or on its own. • Gentle, no-fragrance formula My skin is sensitive, and this doesn’t irritate or break me out at all. • Peptides + ceramides + hyaluronic acid Basically all the things every expensive brand brags about… except this one is actually affordable. • Skin looks smoother and more rested After a few weeks, my fine lines looked less noticeable and my skin barrier felt stronger. A quick heads up: It doesn’t come with an inner seal inside the jar — that’s normal for this product, but good to mention for anyone wondering. Bottom Line: This is one of the best moisturizers you can buy at this price point. If you have dry or mature skin, skip the pricey stuff and try this first. Your skin (and your wallet) will thank you” — Stephanie Ann

“I’ve been using this CeraVe face moisturizer and absolutely love it! It’s lightweight, non-greasy, and absorbs beautifully into the skin. At 52, I appreciate a product that hydrates without feeling heavy, and this one does just that. My skin feels soft, smooth, and well-nourished all day. Truly a high-quality moisturizer that I will continue to use — highly recommend!” — Jamie

“Just started using this cream & really like it for the ingredients & it’s non greasy. Will continue to use it as it feels good & moisturizing on my fair, sensitive & mature skin. Reasonably priced too!” — Angie Friesl

Senior Shopping Writer Tessa Flores has “painfully dry” skin. Here are her favorite, affordable options for keeping it soft and nourished.

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Amazon

A dry brush to boost circulation and soften skin (34% off)

Dry brushing is a term that I've been familiar with for a while, but only recently have started to do consistently for its myriad of benefits, such as unclogging the pores through gentle exfoliation, detoxifying the skin and promoting better circulation. Every day before showering and on dry skin, I use this handheld brush in short, quick strokes across my entire body, taking care to brush in the direction towards my heart to promote lymphatic flow and drainage.

I like this brush in particular because the natural bristles are fairly soft, so they don't feel too abrasive or uncomfortable on my sensitive skin, and they don't shed either. Since dry brushing, I've definitely noticed a reduction in my keratosis pilaris, fewer ingrowns along my bikini line and fewer blemishes. It could also be the placebo effect in action, but I also feel like my thighs look smoother since dry brushing. Get it for 34% off.

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Amazon

A targeted kojic acid soap for brighting my underarms (20% off)

Dermatologists have previously told HuffPost that kojic acid is a great ingredient for brightening skin and reducing hyperpigmentation. Since then, I've been a big fan of these Japanese-formulated bar soaps that are also packed with other skin-loving ingredients such as antioxidant-rich vitamin C, hydrating hyaluronic acid and retinol, which is essential for promoting collagen production.

I use this soap in conjunction with the Dove Beauty Bar, but only on my arms, where my keratosis pilaris is the most prevalent, and on my underarms and my bikini line to make the skin look as bright as possible. Get it for 20% off.

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Amazon

A nourishing body oil that doesn't leave my skin greasy

As I've already mentioned, my skin is notoriously dry and I've found that incorporating body oils post-shower and after my CeraVe moisturizer has helped trap in hydration, improve skin texture and succeeded in making my skin feel bouncy and soft, well into the following day. The Saltair nourishing body oil was one of the best oils that I ended up trying (including better than the uber-popular Osea Undaria algea body oil), and I don't hear a lot of people talk about how great it is.

As a person who is opposed to certain textures, I'm in love with the fact that this formula doesn't sit greasy or stick atop the skin. It actually soaks in quickly and thoroughly to the point that I'm able to throw on my clothes right after and not leave a stain. Deceptively luxurious and available in five mild scents, it's enriched with three different oils that are nourishing and rich in antioxidants like squalane and moringa. I've also noticed that my tattoos appear more vibrant and renewed since using a body oil.

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Amazon

A decadently scented shower oil

I hate spending anything more than $10 on a product that I know I'm just going to wash off my body moments later, which is why I relegate this precious elixir to a couple of times a week, yet gladly repurchase it again and again because it's just that nice. Unlike your typical surfactant-filled body washes, this is a cleansing shower oil that helps to lock in moisture and leave skin feeling very nourished. Not only does it smell divine (think caramel, warm vanilla and sandalwood), but it also contains prebiotics, oils and butters that support a healthy skin barrier. You also don't need much product for this shower oil to quickly work in a super dense and creamy lather, especially when you use just a standard loofah.

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Amazon

Japanese exfoliating washcloth

If you've ever had the luxury of getting an all-over body scrub at the Korean spa, then you'll know all about those magical exfoliating mitts that are used to polish, tone and brighten your skin beyond compare. This is the washcloth version that I use every other day at the start of my shower on wet skin. The textured weave of these cloths strikes the perfect balance of abrasive, yet not rough enough to cause micro tears in the skin or irritation. I work the cloth over my entire body, paying close attention to my elbows, thighs, underarms and bikini line to fend off roughness and ingrowns. I even like to use the washcloth on my heels.

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