Oatveen Ointment Versus Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Lotion
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What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
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Ingredient Info
Oatveen Ointment 7 ingredients
Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Lotion 36 ingredients
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Oatveen Ointment 7 ingredients
Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Lotion 36 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
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Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterIngredient Ratings
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Oatveen Ointment 7 ingredients
Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Lotion 36 ingredients
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Oatveen Ointment 7 ingredients
Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Lotion 36 ingredients
I use it for hydrating my nose because it is always dry, flaky and feels rough when i touch it. But after applying this a couple times it makes my nose so so smooth like never before.