CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 vs The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan
Both moisturisers contain Ceramides, but only CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 adds a targeted active: Niacinamide and Homosalate. That's the main thing to weigh.
A daytime ceramide lotion with built-in chemical SPF 30 and niacinamide. A convenient morning moisturiser-plus-sunscreen for everyday low-exposure use; reapply or use a dedicated SPF for prolonged sun.
An updated NMF moisturiser adding beta-glucan — 2026's barrier-repair hero ingredient — to amino acids, ceramide precursors and hyaluronic acid. A lightweight, fragrance-free everyday moisturiser with a soothing, plumping slant.
Which should you choose?
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 goes further with Niacinamide and Homosalate, which The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan doesn't have. If you only need Ceramides, The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan covers it; if you want Niacinamide and Homosalate as well, choose CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30. CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 is the better fit for daily sun protection and dryness; The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan for dehydration and sensitive skin. Both sit in the Budget price tier. CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 is flagged morning only; The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan is flagged morning or evening.
What they share
This hero active appears in both formulas:
Ingredient stacks, side by side
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 — top of the list
- Homosalate~5–25%
- Octinoxate~2–6%
- Octocrylene~1.5–4%
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan — top of the list
- Caprylic/Capric…~3–10%
- Beta-Glucan~2–6%
- Cetyl Alcohol~1.5–4%
● marks ingredients that appear near the top of both lists. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order, not disclosed doses.
The specs
| CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 | The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Moisturiser | Moisturiser |
| Price tier | Budget | Budget |
| Best for | Sun Protection, Dryness, Damaged Barrier | Dehydration, Damaged Barrier, Sensitivity |
| Usage notes | Morning only | Morning or evening |
| Shared hero actives | Ceramides | |
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