Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Flare-Up Relief Cream Versus Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Itch Relief Gel
Updated on May 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Flare-Up Relief Cream 24 ingredients
Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Itch Relief Gel 21 ingredients
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Flare-Up Relief Cream 24 ingredients
Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Itch Relief Gel 21 ingredients
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Colloidal Oatmeal 2%
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium PCA
HumectantArginine
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate Starch
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Colloidal Oatmeal 2%, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium PCA, Arginine, Sodium Polyacrylate Starch, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Cellulose Gum, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Maltodextrin, Ceramide NP
Colloidal Oatmeal 0.5%
Absorbent
Arginine
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
C13-15 Alkane
SolventCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningLauryl Lactate
EmollientMaltodextrin
AbsorbentOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
SolventSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingColloidal Oatmeal 0.5%, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, C13-15 Alkane, Carbomer, Ceramide NP, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Lauryl Lactate, Maltodextrin, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Water, Xanthan Gum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
According to INCI standards, this ingredient refers to the physical ground up oatmeal. If you are looking for colloidal oatmeal in skincare, you'll most likely see Avena Sativa Kernel Extract on your ingredient list.
Physical colloidal oatmeal is an abrasive meaning it provides physical exfoliation.
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 WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAArginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineWe don't have a description for Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract yet.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumMaltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. 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 AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPIngredient Ratings
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Flare-Up Relief Cream 24 ingredients
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Flare-Up Relief Cream 24 ingredients
Full disclosure: I used this on my eyelids, which it is not marketed for. I got a sample from the dermatologist, so if the full size packaging warns against use on the eye area, I missed it. It burned my eyes and gave me an itchy contact dermatitis flare up on my lower eyelids, however no ingredients stood out as a possible trigger. I assumed a cetaphil eczema cream of all things would be safe. Show more
