Cetaphil
Cracked Skin Repair Lotion
Cracked Skin Repair Lotion
Cetaphil
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WHAT IS IT?
Moisturizing lotion with 14 ingredients
FEATURES
Daily use lotion is designed to hydrate and repair rough skin, and prevent cracked skin from coming back.
BEST FOR
Very dry, cracked, sensitive skin
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Fragrance-free
Who Is It For?
Not Specified Likely Suitable For Adults (above 18) And Both Men And WomenWhat Does It Help With?
Extremely Dry Cracked Skin Rough Skin Irritation Tightness Weakened Skin BarrierBudget
AffordableHow To Use
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Product Description:
Daily use lotion designed to hydrate and restore rough skin, and prevent cracked skin from coming back. With skin protectant dimethicone to improve the integrity of the moisture barrier and heal skin from the inside out. Enriched with urea to immediately hydrate and then continuously draw moisture into the skin for 24 hours.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lactic Acid, Methoxy Peg-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Methylparaben, Mineral Oil, Ozokerite, Peg-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Peg-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylparaben, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Urea, Water.
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Ingredients Details
Caprylic/capric Triglyceride
Common Name(s): Mct oil,fractionated coconut oil,c8/c10 triglyceride
CAS Number: 73398-61-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Lightweight, stable emollient that solubilizes oil-soluble actives for excellent delivery without greasy feel.
Why It's Used: Universal lightweight emollient base and solubilizer for oil-soluble actives in serums and low-viscosity formulations where mineral oil or petrolatum would be too heavy.
How It Works: Medium-chain length provides ideal balance of spreading coefficient, penetration rate, and barrier-sealing properties. excellent solubilizer for vitamin e, retinoids, and other lipophilic actives.
Typically Found In: Serums,facial oils,sunscreens,anti-aging products,hair products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ medium-chain triglyceride emollient
Secondary Functions: Active solubilizer,spreading agent
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ50%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from coconut/palm kernel oil
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fractionated by hydrolysis and re-esterification of coconut oil. only c8 and c10 fatty acids retained.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ very low; medium-chain length generally non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Mct oil's medium-chain length (c8/c10) provides superior oxidative stability vs longer polyunsaturated chains and better skin aesthetics (lighter, less greasy) vs longer chain emollients (c16/c18). excellent solubilizer for retinoic acid, tocopheryl esters, and other lipophilic actives.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12