Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

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• Propylene Glycol Penetration enhancer; can irritate sensitive skin.
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• Cosmetic Preservatives (Mild) Milder preservatives; limit rather than avoid.
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• Phenoxyethanol Synthetic Preservative / Mild Irritant in Concentration > 1%
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• EDTA (Disodium / Tetrasodium) Penetration enhancer; poorly biodegradable.
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• Dimethicone & Silicones Occlusive; some cyclic silicones are restricted in the EU for environmental persistence.
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• Carbomer Synthetic polymer; contributes to microplastic load.
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• Tocopherol (Vitamin E) Vitamin E — antioxidant.
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• Gentle Surfactants & Humectants Mild, well-studied formulation basics (sodium hydroxide is fully reacted in soap-making).
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• Fatty Alcohols (Cetyl, Cetearyl, Stearyl) Non-drying “fatty” alcohols, usually plant-derived.
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• Glycerin Skin-identical humectant.
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• Water Plain water — no concern.
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