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Equate Beauty Moisturizing Cream Versus Eucerin Original Healing Cream

General Moisturizer
General Moisturizer
American Brand United States
German Brand Germany

Updated on July 26, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Emollient

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.

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Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

When to use

15 Routines
40% use in am
60% use in pm
93% use every day
79 Routines
34% use in am
66% use in pm
90% use every day
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Reviews

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Equate Beauty Moisturizing Cream 23 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Great Value (1) Heavy (1) Hydrating (1)
BenForest's avatar

Ben Forest

10 months ago
Review

I considered giving this five stars. It’s a very good dope of CareVe cream moisturizer. And without question, it’s a phenomenal bargain.
I have tried other dupes and this is the best so far. I tried the one from TopCare which was usable, but definitely a big step down CeraVe. This Equate product from Walmart; also is an incredible deal. I bought it at a local Walmart for $8.99 for the 16 ounce Show more

#great value
#hydrating
#heavy
#light scent

Eucerin Original Healing Cream 7 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Heavy (1) Hydrating (1) No Scent (1)
chidohamadziripi's avatar

Chido H

20 hours ago
Review

Nice and thick for my really dry eczema prone skin. Helps heal it over. Does need something more water based underneath as works as an occlusive. Does have emollient properties too if unable.

#hydrating
#heavy
#sticky
#no scent