
About this product
A petrolatum-based healing ointment formulated with shea butter, vitamin E, and hyaluronic acid, designed to seal in moisture and repair compromised or very dry skin.
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Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Beeswax, Microcrystalline Wax, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate)
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Mixed
4 experts · Moderate agreementWhat the gurus are saying
A softer, spreadier petrolatum ointment that locks in hydration and works well on dry patches, lips, nail folds, and heels, though some experts worry the beeswax may trigger sensitivity and note it's slightly less occlusive than plain petrolatum or Aquaphor on lips alone. The shea butter gives it a creamier texture than Vaseline, making it easier to apply, and it's lanolin-free, which matters for those with that allergy. For very dry skin, applying a generous layer to damp skin at night and sealing it under clothing can jumpstart barrier repair.
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A petrolatum-based healing ointment formulated with shea butter, vitamin E, and hyaluronic acid, designed to seal in moisture and repair compromised or very dry skin.
The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 65%.
Cetaphil Healing Ointment holds a Guru Score of 65%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 4 independent expert reviewers we have collected.
Cetaphil Healing Ointment is generally suited to dry skin and sensitive skin.
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