CeraVe Oil Control Balancing Conditioner 9 oz — Removes Excess Oil with Lightweight Hydration

This conditioner was created to tackle oily roots without drying out strands. Formulated to work alongside a balancing shampoo, it targets excess sebum and residue while supporting the skin-like barrier of the scalp. The fragrance-free, sulfate- and paraben-free formula is allergy-tested and designed for daily use on a variety of hair textures, including color-treated hair.

How does this conditioner reduce oily buildup without stripping hair?

The formula includes zinc PCA to help manage excess oil at the scalp and ceramides to help preserve the scalp’s natural barrier. Instead of harsh detergents, it relies on balanced cleansing and lightweight conditioning ingredients that rinse clean. This allows oil and residue to be removed while keeping hair pliable and hydrated.

• Zinc PCA to help regulate excess oil
• Ceramides to support barrier integrity
• Hyaluronic acid to attract and retain moisture in hair shafts

Will this conditioner weigh my hair down or affect my color?

No — the product is formulated to provide lightweight moisture that rinses out easily so hair maintains lift and movement. It is sulfate-free and color-safe, making it suitable for color-treated strands. Users report cleaner-feeling roots without a heavy or greasy finish.

• Sulfate-free to protect color and reduce stripping
• Light, non-greasy conditioning agents
• Rinses clean to preserve natural body and volume

How should I use this conditioner for best results?

Apply after shampooing to wet hair, concentrating on mid-lengths and ends rather than the roots. Leave the conditioner in for one to two minutes, then rinse thoroughly; this short contact time conditions without encouraging buildup at the scalp. For a balanced routine, pair it with the brand’s Oil Control Balancing Shampoo.

• Use daily or as needed after shampooing
• Focus on mid-lengths and ends to avoid weighing roots
• Pair with an oil-control shampoo for best scalp balance

Is this product safe for sensitive scalps and different hair types?

The formula is allergy-tested, pH-balanced, and free from fragrance, phthalates, parabens, dyes, MIT, and sulfates to limit irritation. It’s non-comedogenic and intended to be gentle enough for a variety of hair textures including straight, wavy, curly, and color-treated hair. That makes it a versatile choice if you want oil control without aggressive actives.

• Allergy-tested, hypoallergenic formulation
• Fragrance-free and free of common irritants
• Suitable for straight, wavy, curly, and color-treated hair

Who this is for: This conditioner is aimed at people who experience oily roots or midday greasiness but still want hydrated, manageable hair. It suits anyone seeking a gentle daily conditioner that removes excess oil without leaving hair dry or weighed down — from active gym-goers to those in humid climates or anyone with combination scalp/hair needs.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • STEARAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE • ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE • CETYL ESTERS • HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL • CERAMIDE NP • CERAMIDE AP • CERAMIDE EOP • CARBOMER • NIACINAMIDE • ZINC PCA • TRIETHYL CITRATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE • SODIUM HYALURONATE • CHOLESTEROL • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • TARTARIC ACID • PHYTOSPHINGOSINE • XANTHAN GUM • BENZOIC ACID