Chemist Confessions Inc. Balm Voyage Soothing Occlusives Versus CeraVe Healing Ointment
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Chemist Confessions Inc. Balm Voyage Soothing Occlusives 25 ingredients
CeraVe Healing Ointment 22 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Chemist Confessions Inc. Balm Voyage Soothing Occlusives 25 ingredients
CeraVe Healing Ointment 22 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSqualane
Emollient
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Stearyl Heptanoate
Emollient
Stearyl Caprylate
EmollientJojoba Esters
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingHippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingBoswellia Serrata Gum
Masking
Propanediol
SolventButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentLithospermum Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMethyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingPetrolatum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Glyceryl Behenate, Stearyl Heptanoate, Stearyl Caprylate, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Boswellia Serrata Gum, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Ceramide NP, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, Lithospermum Officinale Root Extract, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Pentylene Glycol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
Petrolatum 46.5%
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingProline
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pantolactone
HumectantPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPetrolatum 46.5%, Paraffinum Liquidum, Paraffin, Ozokerite, Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Water, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Proline, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Petrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumCeramide 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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Chemist Confessions Inc. Balm Voyage Soothing Occlusives 25 ingredients
CeraVe Healing Ointment 22 ingredients
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Chemist Confessions Inc. Balm Voyage Soothing Occlusives 25 ingredients
CeraVe Healing Ointment 22 ingredients
This is my holy grail for lip care. It's affordable and a tube lasts for ages. I apply it every night before bed and always wake up with soft lips. I have never had dried, peeling lips ever since I started using this.
TL;DR: Way better than Aquaphor. Affordable and really good for dry skin.
I picked this up in a pinch because my skin was dry in California and from traveling in airplanes. Was really pleasantly surprised. It’s about the same price as a tube of Aquaphor, but less greasy. My skin drank this up with no issues. I’ve been reapplying it frequently and it’s been helping. Not sure why it’s so much Show more
