CeraVe

Skin Renewing Retinol Serum 30ml

Name: CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum 30ml
Brand: CeraVe

30ml

Quick Summary

Best forNot stated by the brand

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Ceramides, Retinol

OverallThis CeraVe serum features niacinamide (barrier-supporting), ceramides (barrier-supporting) and retinol (anti-ageing). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients. Because it contains a retinoid, wear sunscreen during the day.

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Ingredient Analysis

38 of 39 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listedContains drying alcohol

Key ingredients

Niacinamide Ceramides Retinol

Full ingredient list (39) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Aqua Solvent & base Generally gentle
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
Polysorbate 20 Emulsifier & solubiliser All skin types
Dimethicone Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
PEG-40 Stearate Emulsifier & texture aid All skin types
Potassium Phosphate pH adjuster All skin types
Ceramide Np Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle

Show the other 29 ingredients · 2 with a caution note

Ceramide Ap Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Ceramide Eop Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Carbomer Thickener & gel former All skin types
Niacinamide Barrier support & even tone Generally gentle
Triethanolamine pH adjuster All skin types
Cetearyl Alcohol Emollient & thickener Generally gentle
Behentrimonium Methosulfate Conditioning emulsifier Generally gentle
Triethyl Citrate Solvent & texture aid Generally gentle
Cichorium Intybus Root Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Lecithin Emollient & emulsifier Generally gentle
Retinol Cell turnover & anti-ageing Sensitive skin caution
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
Cholesterol Skin-identical lipid Generally gentle
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Alcohol Solvent & texture aid Potential irritant
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Hydroxyethylcellulose Thickener & gel former All skin types
Caprylyl Methicone Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Hydroxyacetophenone Preservative All skin types
Citric Acid pH adjuster All skin types
Caprylyl Glycol Humectant & preservative booster Generally gentle
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Pentylene Glycol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Xanthan Gum Natural thickener Generally gentle
Phytosphingosine Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Rich emollient Generally gentle
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative All skin types
Benzoic Acid Preservative All skin types

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 19 Oct 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum contain alcohol?

Yes. Alcohol, a drying alcohol, is the 26th of 39 ingredients, lower down the list, so it is likely a smaller amount. It also contains cetearyl alcohol: a fatty alcohol that softens and thickens the formula and isn't drying.

Is CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum safe for fungal acne?

It contains 5 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty-acid esters & glycerides (hydrogenated palm glycerides, peg-40 stearate, sodium lauroyl lactylate); polysorbates (polysorbate 20); plant oils & butters (butyrospermum parkii butter). How much they matter depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.