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Hydrocortisone 1%
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Distearyldimonium Chloride
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Stearamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
EDTA
PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
EmollientPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Diazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Methylparaben
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Propylparaben
Preservative
Hydrocortisone 1%, Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Jojoba Esters, Cetyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Stearyl Alcohol, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Polysorbate 60, Stearamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Methyl Gluceth-20, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Retinyl Palmitate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Glyceryl Stearate, EDTA, PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Beta-Glucan, Menthyl Lactate, Diazolidinyl Urea, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, BHT, Propylparaben
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.
However, it’s worth noting that petrolatum has a comedogenic rating of 0. In updated rabbit ear testing (and in human testing), petrolatum was found to be not comedogenic. This means it didn’t promote comedone formation in standard models.
Fungal acne isn’t about comedogenic ratings. It’s more about whether certain ingredients can feed the yeast on your skin, which can trigger those breakouts.
Learn more about PetrolatumHydrocortisone is the name for the hormone cortisol when used in medication.
It is medication and not technically a cosmetic ingredient. Most countries allow topical creams to contain up between 0.05 - 2.5% (depending on the country) of hydrocortisone without a prescription. Higher amounts usually require a prescription from a professional.
Hydrocortisone can help relieve rashes, eczema, itching, and other inflammation induced skin conditions.
We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient.
Learn more about Hydrocortisone
