CeraVe Healing Ointment (Old Formulation) Versus QV Highly Concentrated Moisturising Cream For Dry Skin
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
CeraVe Healing Ointment (Old Formulation) 18 ingredients
QV Highly Concentrated Moisturising Cream For Dry Skin 14 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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CeraVe Healing Ointment (Old Formulation) 18 ingredients
QV Highly Concentrated Moisturising Cream For Dry Skin 14 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCeramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
Emulsifying
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeParaffinum 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 LiquidumWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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CeraVe Healing Ointment (Old Formulation) 18 ingredients
QV Highly Concentrated Moisturising Cream For Dry Skin 14 ingredients
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