Product · Moisturiser · Barrier repair
P. 21 · REVIEWCeraVe · Moisturisers
the boring gold standard.
The dermatologist-recommended moisturiser more often than any other in the past decade. Three ceramides, two humectants, MVE delivery, no fragrance. Thick enough to feel like medicine, light enough to wear daily.
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First-line barrier repair adjunct. RCT-validated in mild-moderate AD.
After laser, microneedling, peels — once the wound has closed.
Layer over a serum; sealing without comedone risk.
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82⁄100
Slightly thicker; for severely allergy-prone skin.
85⁄100
Adds niacinamide; lighter texture for oilier skin.
76⁄100
Oat-based; comparable comfort, less ceramide depth.
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Tube for face — sanitary, controllable. Tub is fine for body if you scoop with clean hands. Both contain the same formula.
Often yes — try CeraVe PM Lotion or LRP Toleriane Sensitive Fluide instead. The cream is built for dry-to-normal.
It restores the lipid matrix the barrier needs to repair itself. Healing is biological; the moisturiser feeds the process. Multiple TEWL studies show measurable repair within 7-14 days.
Vanicream is fragrance-free, preservative-light, allergen-screened — best for severe sensitivity. CeraVe wins on ceramide content. For most skin, CeraVe; for problem skin with multi-allergen history, Vanicream.
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