Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream

Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream
3.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.7 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream has a moisturizing rating of 3.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.8 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 6.6 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Glycerin
4
Ceteareth-20
3
Isopropyl Myristate
2.5
Cyclopentasiloxane
2
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
1.5
Benzyl Alcohol
1.3
Cetyl Palmitate
1
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
0.3
Potassium Lactate
0.3
Dimethyl MEA
0.3
PEG-40 Stearate
0.3
Methylparaben
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower Extract
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %
Water
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Glycerin
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Ceteareth-20
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Isopropyl Myristate
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Cyclopentasiloxane
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Cetyl Palmitate
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Isostearyl Neopentanoate
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Citric Acid
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Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
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Potassium Lactate
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Dimethyl MEA
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PEG-40 Stearate
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Methylparaben
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower Extract
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Ratings

All humectants
6.6
6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.6
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.6 10
6.6
6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.6 20
0.8
1.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
0.3
0.3
All humectants 6.6 10
6.6
All humectants
6.6
6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.3
0.3
All occlusives 1.6 20
0.8
All occlusives
1.6
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.2
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
2
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.6 5 No
All soothing
2.6
2
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Ceteareth-20
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Ceteareth-20A fatty alcohol emulsifier that helps to mix oil and water together, best for oil-in-water emulsions. It is also a cleansing agent. When combined with cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth-20 forms a mix that, according to acne.org, can be comedogenic.
Isopropyl Myristate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Isopropyl MyristateA fast-spreading, cost-effective, non-greasy emollient that is typically used for lubrication, spreadability, or to remove “tackiness” from a product. Isopropyl Myristate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel FlourA mild abrasive, finely milled oat kernel flour that is also used as a formula helper.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Cetyl Palmitate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl PalmitateA moisturizing occlusive and emollient wax ester that consists of cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid. In nature, cetyl palmitate is found, and was first identified, in spermaceti, a waxy substance from inside the skull of the sperm whale.
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Isostearyl NeopentanoateDescription is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate CrosspolymerDescription is coming soon
Potassium Lactate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium LactateDescription is coming soon
Dimethyl MEA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethyl MEADimethyl MEA is a chemical compound with many names - it can also be listed as DMAE, deanol or 2-dimethylaminoethanol. It is described as a colorless liquid with a fishy smell. DMAE is added to skincare products to regulate the pH balance, but can potentially be toxic.
PEG-40 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-40 StearateThis PEG, or polyethylene glycol, is excellent at emulsifying water and oil together to form oil-in-water emulsions. Due to its water-loving nature, PEG-40 stearate can also act as a cleansing agent.
Methylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel OilDescription is coming soon
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.