Comparison between CeraVe Moisturizing Cream vs. Cetaphil Facial Lotion

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24 Ingredients 17

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Glycerin
3
Cetearyl Alcohol
3
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Cetearyl Alcohol
5
Cetyl Alcohol
5
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
6
Ceteareth-20
6
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
7
Petrolatum
7
Benzyl Alcohol
8
Potassium Phosphate
8
Caprylyl Glycol
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Uniqueness19 out of 24
79.2%
Uniqueness12 out of 17
70.6%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
7 out of 24
29%
chemical
13 out of 24
54%
natural
5 out of 17
29%
chemical
11 out of 17
65%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Sodium Hyaluronate#16Tocopherol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Petrolatum#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#5Panthenol#12Stearyl Alcohol#16
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#5
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#10

Detailed view

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream vs. Cetaphil Facial Lotion
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 3

#3Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

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#3Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 4

#4Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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#4Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

Position 5

#5Cetyl Alcohol

Origin: natural
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. It’s responsible for making your skin soft and improving product thickness. It makes the product easier to apply and feel richer. Though it contains the word “Alcohol” in its title, the component doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols. That’s why a product with this component can still be marked as Alcohol-free. Usually, manufacturers receive this component from coconut or palm oil.

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#5Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Anti-aging
Nutrifying
Regeneration
Hair follicle nutrition
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Avocado oil is a natural ingredient with an excellent rejuvenating and moisturizing effect. It's so effective because it contains a lot of squalene - a very strong chemical that protects the skin and helps to keep it hydrated. It's also a nice antioxidant that helps to slower aging. Avocado oil also contains different vitamins (A, B, E), lecithin, and beta-carotene.

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