Physiogel Calming Relief A.I. Lotion Versus CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Lotion
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
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Ingredient Info
Physiogel Calming Relief A.I. Lotion 17 ingredients
CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Lotion 37 ingredients
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Physiogel Calming Relief A.I. Lotion 17 ingredients
CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Lotion 37 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPalmitamide Mea
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBetaine
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Sarcosine
Skin ConditioningAcetamide Mea
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Pramoxine Hydrochloride 1%
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Phosphate
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingZinc Citrate
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingArginine PCA
HumectantMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium PCA
HumectantCholesterol
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dipotassium Phosphate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPramoxine Hydrochloride 1%, Water, Isopropyl Myristate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Allantoin, Potassium Phosphate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Zinc Citrate, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Arginine PCA, Myristic Acid, Sodium PCA, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Dipotassium Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Alcohol Denat., Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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Physiogel Calming Relief A.I. Lotion 17 ingredients
CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Lotion 37 ingredients
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Physiogel Calming Relief A.I. Lotion 17 ingredients
CeraVe Itch Relief Moisturizing Lotion 37 ingredients
This has been a game changer when I have an allergic reaction or overall sensitive skin. It’s helped for bug bites, razor burn, dry/itchy skin patches, and rashes.
My 8 year old son has really reactive skin, and get super itchy easily. I always have this on hand because it helps soothe his skin so much, from bug bites to heat rash to mild hives from grass touching his skin. It's great stuff.
