Cetaphil Moisturising Cream

About This Product

A dermatologist-trusted classic for deep, barrier-focused hydration.

Cetaphil Moisturising Cream is a rich emollient cream designed to restore and protect the skin barrier while delivering sustained hydration. Classified as a dermacosmetic, it is formulated with a blend of emollients and humectants - including glycerin, refined almond oil, and dimethicone - that help reduce moisture loss and improve skin softness over time.

Its non-irritating, fragrance-free, and paraben-free formula works by reinforcing the lipid barrier, making it especially suitable for compromised, dry, sensitive, or dull skin conditions. The product is also cruelty-free and vegan.

This cream can be used on both face and body, offering a thick, nourishing texture that absorbs without leaving a heavy residue. Suitable for all age groups and genders, it performs well in environments with AC exposure, harsh winters, or pollution-heavy urban settings.

What This Product Does

• Restores Skin Barrier Function: Helps replenish lost lipids using emollients like refined almond oil and light liquid paraffin, improving the skin's natural defence against environmental aggressors.
• Provides Long-Lasting Hydration: An occlusive-plus-humectant system (glycerin, dimethicone, light liquid paraffin) reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
• Soothes Dryness and Irritation: Suitable for sensitive skin prone to tightness, flaking, or redness.
• Supports Dull Skin Recovery: Catalogued for concerns including dull skin alongside dryness and sensitivity, helping restore a healthier-looking complexion with consistent use.
• Multi-Zone Hydration: Effective for both face and body, especially dry areas like elbows, knees, and hands.
• Climate Adaptive: Performs well in dry AC environments and mild winter conditions, where skin dehydration is common in India.
• Antioxidant Support: Contains Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) and ALL-RAC-Alpha Tocopherol, which help protect skin from oxidative stress.

What This Product Does Not Do

• Does not provide instant fairness or brightening effects.
• Does not contain active exfoliants (AHAs, BHAs, or retinoids).
• Does not offer sun protection (no SPF).
• Does not contain fragrance (it is fragrance-free, not merely fragrance-minimal).
• May not feel lightweight enough for very oily skin in humid climates.

Who Should Use It

• Dry to very dry skin types.
• Sensitive or irritation-prone skin.
• Dull skin lacking radiance due to environmental stress.
• Individuals exposed to AC environments for long hours.
• People dealing with flaky skin, tightness, or compromised barrier.
• Those looking for a fragrance-free, paraben-free, cruelty-free, and vegan moisturiser.
• Suitable for both men and women (unisex).
• All age groups, including those seeking a simple, dermacosmetic-grade moisturiser.

Who Should Skip It

• Very oily or acne-prone skin in humid weather - the cream's rich texture may feel heavy.
• Those with known sensitivity to any specific ingredient listed in the INCI (e.g., cetyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, or PEG derivatives).
• Users looking for active-based treatments such as anti-ageing, acne control, or chemical exfoliation.

Common Questions

Yes. It is dermatologically tested and classified as a dermacosmetic. The formulation is fragrance-free, paraben-free, and designed specifically for sensitive skin types.

Yes, it can be applied to both face and body daily.

Dimethicone is generally considered non-comedogenic, but very oily or acne-prone skin types should patch-test.

Generally considered safe; consult your physician for confirmation.

Best suited for dry indoor environments and winter; may feel heavy in peak humidity.

Yes, it is tagged as cruelty-free and vegan on Nykaa.

No. It is both fragrance-free and paraben-free.