Cetaphil Cracked Skin Repair Lotion Versus Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion
Updated on July 17, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Cracked Skin Repair Lotion 15 ingredients
Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Cetaphil Cracked Skin Repair Lotion 15 ingredients
Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone 2%
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMethylparaben
Preservative
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Propylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Urea
Buffering
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sodium Lactate
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Dimethicone
Emollient
Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
PEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Paraffinum Liquidum, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Glycerin, PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, PEG-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Lactic Acid, Microcrystalline Wax, PEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone 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 DimethiconeLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidWe don't have a description for Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer yet.
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 LiquidumPEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, an AHA. It is a humectant and sometimes used to adjust the pH of a product.
This ingredient is part of our skin's NMF, or natural moisturizing factor. Our NMF is essential for the hydration of our top skin layers and plasticity of skin. NMF also influences our skin's natural acid mantle and pH, which protects our skin from harmful bacteria.
High percentages of Sodium Lactate can have an exfoliating effect.
Fun fact: Sodium Lactate is produced from fermented sugar.
Learn more about Sodium LactateSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateUrea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.
As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.
Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.
In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.
Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.
Learn more about UreaIngredient Ratings
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