A rich, restorative cream formulated with Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, and Petrolatum to deeply hydrate and repair the skin’s protective barrier without fragrance.
This formula is widely considered a gold standard for dry and compromised skin. It features a robust blend of humectants like Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate to draw moisture into the skin. Crucially, it includes a “skin-identical” lipid complex consisting of Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Cholesterol, and Phytosphingosine. This combination is highly effective at repairing the skin barrier. The inclusion of Petrolatum and Dimethicone provides excellent occlusive properties to prevent water loss (TEWL) without feeling overly greasy, ensuring long-lasting hydration.
The product is formulated with a high safety profile suitable for sensitive skin. It is fragrance-free and free of essential oils and drying alcohols, significantly reducing the risk of irritation or allergic contact dermatitis. The preservative system relies on Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin, which is generally well-tolerated. While Cetearyl Alcohol combined with Ceteareth-20 can be mildly comedogenic for some very acne-prone individuals, it is typically safe for body use and dry skin conditions like eczema.
This is an exceptional moisturizer that excels in both performance and gentleness. It utilizes a scientifically backed ratio of ceramides and lipids to actively restore the skin’s protective barrier rather than just temporarily masking dryness. Its simple, effective, and non-irritating ingredient list makes it a top-tier choice for general moisturizing needs, particularly for those with dry, flaky, or sensitive skin.
This formulation represents a gold standard in functional skincare, designed specifically to tackle the root causes of dry to very dry skin. The ingredient list is a sophisticated blend of barrier-repairing lipids and potent hydrators. At its core lies a synergy of Ceramides (NP, AP, and EOP), Phytosphingosine, and Cholesterol. These ingredients function as the “mortar” between your skin cells, actively rebuilding a compromised skin barrier to prevent transepidermal water loss. This makes the product exceptionally effective for conditions where the barrier is damaged, such as eczema or winter dryness.
To address immediate hydration, the formula utilizes Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid). These humectants draw moisture into the skin, plumping the surface and relieving tightness. However, hydration requires a seal to stay put, which is addressed here by the inclusion of Petrolatum and Dimethicone. Petrolatum is widely considered the most effective occlusive agent available, locking moisture in entirely. While petrolatum can sometimes be greasy, this formulation balances it with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Cetearyl Alcohol, ensuring the product feels creamy and velvety rather than sticky. The addition of Behentrimonium Methosulfate provides a silky slip, making application smooth and effortless.
A major strength of this product is what it lacks: fragrance. By omitting perfume and essential oils, it drastically reduces the risk of irritation for reactive skin types. The preservative system, relying on Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin, is effective yet generally well-tolerated.
While this is a holy grail for dry skin, the heavy concentration of fatty alcohols and occlusives might be too rich for those with oily or acne-prone skin, particularly if used on the face, as it could potentially trap sebum. Overall, this is a no-nonsense, highly effective moisturizer that delivers heavy-duty hydration and barrier support.
🧪 AQUA / WATER / EAU / 水
Purpose: Solvent
Concerns: None
Notes: The base of the formulation.
🧪 GLYCERIN / 甘油
Purpose: Humectant
Concerns: None
Notes: Attracts moisture to the skin.
🧪 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE / 辛酸/癸酸甘油三酯
Purpose: Emollient
Concerns: Potential breakout for very acne-prone skin
Notes: Derived from coconut oil and glycerin; light texture.
🧪 PETROLATUM / 矿脂 / 凡士林
Purpose: Occlusive
Concerns: Greasy feel; petroleum origin concerns (though cosmetic grade is safe)
Notes: The gold standard for preventing transepidermal water loss.
🧪 DIMETHICONE / 聚二甲基硅氧烷
Purpose: Emollient / Occlusive
Concerns: Silicone buildup (rare on skin)
Notes: Provides a silky feel and forms a protective barrier.
🧪 SODIUM HYALURONATE / 透明质酸钠
Purpose: Humectant
Concerns: None
Notes: Salt form of Hyaluronic Acid; holds 1000x its weight in water.
🧪 CERAMIDE NP / 神经酰胺 NP
Purpose: Skin-identical ingredient
Concerns: None
Notes: Reinforces the skin’s natural barrier.
🧪 CERAMIDE AP / 神经酰胺 AP
Purpose: Skin-identical ingredient
Concerns: None
Notes: Works synergistically with other ceramides.
🧪 CERAMIDE EOP / 神经酰胺 EOP
Purpose: Skin-identical ingredient
Concerns: None
Notes: Crucial for barrier function.
🧪 CHOLESTEROL / 胆固醇
Purpose: Skin-identical ingredient
Concerns: None
Notes: Stabilizes the skin barrier structure.
🧪 PHYTOSPHINGOSINE / 植物鞘氨醇
Purpose: Skin-conditioning agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Precursor to ceramides; has antimicrobial properties.
🧪 CETEARYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡硬脂醇
Purpose: Emollient / Thickener
Concerns: None (it is a fatty alcohol, not drying)
Notes: Improves texture and stability.
🧪 CETYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡醇
Purpose: Emollient / Thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Fatty alcohol that softens skin.
🧪 CETEARETH-20 / 鲸蜡硬脂醇聚醚-20
Purpose: Emulsifier
Concerns: Potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane (usually monitored)
Notes: Helps mix oil and water.
🧪 BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE / 山嵛基三甲基硫酸甲酯
Purpose: Emulsifier / Conditioning Agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Gentle surfactant; not a harsh sulfate like SLS.
🧪 SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE / 月桂酰乳酰乳酸钠
Purpose: Emulsifier
Concerns: None
Notes: Helps deliver ceramides into the skin.
🧪 CARBOMER / 卡波姆
Purpose: Thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Create gel-like consistency.
🧪 XANTHAN GUM / 黄原胶
Purpose: Thickener / Stabilizer
Concerns: None
Notes: Natural sugar-derived thickener.
🧪 PHENOXYETHANOL / 苯氧乙醇
Purpose: Preservative
Concerns: Sensitivity in very high concentrations
Notes: Common paraben alternative.
🧪 ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN / 乙基己基甘油
Purpose: Preservative Booster / Skin Conditioning
Concerns: Rare contact allergy
Notes: Often paired with phenoxyethanol.
🧪 DISODIUM EDTA / EDTA 二钠
Purpose: Chelating Agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Prevents heavy metals from degrading the formula.
🧪 POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸钾
Purpose: Buffering Agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Adjusts pH.
🧪 DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸氢二钾
Purpose: Buffering Agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Adjusts pH.
🧪 TOCOPHEROL / 生育酚 (维生素E)
Purpose: Antioxidant
Concerns: None
Notes: Prevents oxidation of oils in the formula.