Eucerin Original Healing, Creme for Very Dry Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free Versus Vermont's Original Bag Balm Original Skin Moisturizer
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Eucerin Original Healing, Creme for Very Dry Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free 7 ingredients
Vermont's Original Bag Balm Original Skin Moisturizer 5 ingredients
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Eucerin Original Healing, Creme for Very Dry Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free 7 ingredients
Vermont's Original Bag Balm Original Skin Moisturizer 5 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.
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 WaterPetrolatum 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 PetrolatumIngredient Ratings
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Eucerin Original Healing, Creme for Very Dry Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free 7 ingredients
Vermont's Original Bag Balm Original Skin Moisturizer 5 ingredients
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Eucerin Original Healing, Creme for Very Dry Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free 7 ingredients
Three stars because I mostly blame my skin for my bad reaction to this. I don’t seem to be able to tolerate fatty alcohols or any sort of clogging ingredients, which is extremely unfortunate because that essentially means I can’t use some of the most basic occlusives. I advise against this if you have decently acne or clog prone skin as it’s VERY thick. I had trouble just rubbing it across my Show more
Vermont's Original Bag Balm Original Skin Moisturizer 5 ingredients
Solid. I like keeping this on me in winter… I find it safe to use on very cracked lips. Not a miracle worker but safe (which for my chapped prone lips is enough)
