Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream, Fragrance Free
4/18 Unfavorable Ingredients
3/18 Natural Ingredients
Analysis of Ingredients Using Research From
Anti-aging Ingredients
(Best For Moisturizers)
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glycerin
Glycerin. Effects include significant improvement in the hydration of the outer layer of skin, reduction of small wrinkles
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tocopheryl acetate
Vitamin E. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, possesses skin protecting properties that reduce skin aging.
Moisturizing Ingredients
(Best For Moisturizers)
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petrolatum
Petrolatum. Helps other moisturizing ingredients by keeping them on the skin longer
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dicaprylyl ether
Dicaprylyl Ether. Skin conditioner, emollient
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dimethicone
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glyceryl stearate
Glyceryl Monoester. Skin-conditioning agent, emollient
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prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil
Sweet Almond. Skin-conditioning agent, emollient
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dimethiconol
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peg 30 stearate
Peg Monostearate. Cleansing agent
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disodium edta
Edta. Chelating agent, removes unwanted compounds from the skin. Considered safe because it's difficult to absorb through skin
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water
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acrylates/c10 30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
Acrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer. Useful for combining ingredients, film forming, emulsion stabilizing, viscosity controlling
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glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer
Glyceryl Acrylate/acrylic Acid Copolymer. Viscosity controlling agent
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sodium hydroxide
Sodium Hydroxide. Controls pH levels. Skin irritation or pain if used above concentration limits.
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cetyl alcohol
Cetyl Alcohol. Lubricant. Known potential cause for eczema and allergic reactions.
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benzyl alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol. Preservative. Possible cause for contact urticaria and other contact reactions
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phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol. Preservative. Considered safe, however cases of eczema and urticaria due to this ingredient have been recorded.
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propylene glycol
Propylene Glycol. Antiseptic and preservative. Possibly irritating to skin.
Original List of Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin, Petrolatum, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, PEG-30 Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide
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Merchant's description of this product:
Dry, Sensitive Skin Treatment. Fragrance Free. Cetaphil® Moisturizing Cream was formulated specifically for chronic dry, sensitive skin. Contains a superior system of extra-strength emollients and humectants, clinically proven to bind water to the skin and prevent moisture loss. Provides long-lasting relief to even severe dry skin. Free of lanolins, parabens and fragrances that can irritate sensitive skin. Non-comedogenic.
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