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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant versus Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy .

Last updated on August 08, 2023. Published on August 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

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

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

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

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Facial Treatment American Brand United States
Body Lotion German Brand Germany

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

Body Lotion

Body lotions, creams, and butters help moisturize your body.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Irritating

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

1
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Disliked

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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Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant contains this as ingredient number 1.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant contains this as ingredient number 2.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.

Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.

Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.

Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.

Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.

Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.

Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.

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Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant contains this as ingredient number 6.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy contains this as ingredient number 7.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

27% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
43% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 15 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy 7 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 5 ratings
Ayo_706's avatar

Ayo_706

11 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

works reallllly well on mt dry skin

Mahdevah's avatar

Mahdevah

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

It’s very multipurpose

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