E45 Moisturising Cream for Dry Skin & Eczema Versus QV Intensive Cream
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or common allergens
What's Inside
They both contain oils and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
E45 Moisturising Cream for Dry Skin & Eczema 12 ingredients
QV Intensive Cream 11 ingredients
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E45 Moisturising Cream for Dry Skin & Eczema 12 ingredients
QV Intensive Cream 11 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 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!
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E45 Moisturising Cream for Dry Skin & Eczema 12 ingredients
QV Intensive Cream 11 ingredients
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E45 Moisturising Cream for Dry Skin & Eczema 12 ingredients
QV Intensive Cream 11 ingredients
Somehow felt thick like petroleum jelly to put on but still left my skin feeling dry an hour later?
My hands are sensitive in the winter and becomes extremely irritated and even worse with most moisturizers that I try. This is the first cream that I found doesn't sting my skin and heals it pretty quickly. I even use it without any underlying watery cream because that would sting my skin. I recommended it to my sister for her dry eyebrows and when she applied it everyday it locked in the Show more
