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Aquaphor Healing Ointment Versus Bepanthen Nappy Ointment

General Moisturizer
Body Treatment
German Brand
Swiss Brand

Updated on June 23, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ingredient Info

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Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Bepanthen Nappy Ointment 10 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Bepanthen Nappy Ointment 10 ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning

Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.

There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.

D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.

Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):

Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.

This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.

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Emollient, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.

Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.

Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.

Learn more about Paraffinum Liquidum

Ingredient Ratings

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When to use

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Bepanthen Nappy Ointment 10 ingredients

213 Routines
33% use in am
67% use in pm
86% use every day
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23 Routines
26% use in am
74% use in pm
87% use every day

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

4.90
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What people say
Works Well 100% Great Value 86% Hydrating 86%

Bepanthen Nappy Ointment 10 ingredients

5.00
Overall rating
5
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1
What people say
Heavy 100% Works Well 100%