CeraVe Baby Wash and Shampoo Versus Aveeno Baby Dermexa Wash
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe body washes. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
CeraVe Baby Wash and Shampoo 23 ingredients
Aveeno Baby Dermexa Wash 15 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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CeraVe Baby Wash and Shampoo 23 ingredients
Aveeno Baby Dermexa Wash 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Phytate
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Water, Coco-Betaine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Citric Acid, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Capryloyl Glycine, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Benzoic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Trideceth Sulfate
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Laureth-2
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Water, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Laureth-2, Citric Acid, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Ceramide AP, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCeramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideIngredient Ratings
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