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CeraVe

Skin Renewing Retinol Serum

Last verified: May 6, 2026

  • Aqua/Water/Eau
  • Glycerin
  • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
  • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
  • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
  • Polysorbate 20
  • PEG-40 Stearate
  • Cyclopentasiloxane
  • Hydroxyethylcellulose
  • Potassium Phosphate
  • Ceramide NP
  • Ceramide AP
  • Ceramide EOP
  • Carbomer
  • Niacinamide
  • Isoceteth-10
  • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
  • Triethanolamine
  • Cetearyl Alcohol
  • Behentrimonium Methosulfate
  • Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract
  • Lecithin
  • Retinol
  • Silica
  • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
  • Cholesterol
  • Phenoxyethanol
  • Tocopherol
  • Alcohol
  • Hydroxyacetophenone
  • Citric Acid
  • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
  • Pentylene Glycol
  • Xanthan Gum
  • Phytosphingosine
  • Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  • Ethylhexylglycerin

Why This Product is Rated STOP

Skin Renewing Retinol Serum by CeraVe has been evaluated by Million Marker and contains ingredients with known health concerns. This product is rated STOP, indicating higher concern.

We recommend avoiding STOP-rated products and seeking safer alternatives from our GO or SLOW categories.

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Skin Renewing Retinol Serum by CeraVe - Non-toxic Facial Care product rated STOP by Million Marker, free from BPA, phthalates, and parabens

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