Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream

Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream
8.9
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
7.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.9 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream has a moisturizing rating of 8.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, entirely due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈50.0%) and Panthenol (est. ≈22.0%), and a high occlusivity of 7.8 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Petrolatum (est. ≈6.0%) and Dimethicone (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Panthenol (est. ≈22.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Glycerin
22
Panthenol
11
Distearyldimonium Chloride
6
Petrolatum
4
Isopropyl Palmitate
3
Cetyl Alcohol
2
Dimethicone
1.5
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
1
Colloidal Oatmeal
0.3
Steareth-20
0.3
Benzalkonium Chloride
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Glycerin
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Ratings

All humectants
72.0
50
22
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
15.5
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 72 10
10.0
50
22
Occlusivity All occlusives 15.5 20
7.8
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.5
Moisturizing rating
8.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
50
22
All humectants 72 10
10
All humectants
72.0
50
22
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6 x 2
2
1.5
All occlusives 15.5 20
7.8
All occlusives
15.5
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.5
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
1.5
1
0.3
All antioxidants 2.8 3 No
All antioxidants
2.8
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
1.5
Colloidal Oatmeal
1
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
22
1
0.3
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
22
1
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Glycerin
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Panthenol
Est. %22
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Distearyldimonium Chloride
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Distearyldimonium ChlorideA synthetically produced emulsifier. In skincare it provides a conditioned feeling, leaving skin soft.
Petrolatum
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PetrolatumAlso known as Vaseline, this is the most powerful occlusive moisturizer and at least twice as effective as other occlusives. This is why we multiply the petrolatum score by 2 when calculating the Occlusivity of the product. Petrolatum is not comedogenic.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Dimethicone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel OilDescription is coming soon
Colloidal Oatmeal
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Colloidal OatmealAn active ingredient produced by boiling finely milled oats. It contains wound healing beta-glucan and is a rich source of soothing and antioxidant avenanthramides, which are aimed at irritated skin.
Steareth-20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Steareth-20A white to light brown reaction product of a clear gas and stearyl alcohol. Like the other steareth ingredients, steareth-20 is a waxy emulsifier that can help to form a stable emulsion, even in extreme conditions.
Benzalkonium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzalkonium ChlorideA cationic surfactant with broad spectrum protection against microbes.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

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.