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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is one of the most clinically studied OTC moisturisers available in India. The formula is anchored by three skin-identical ceramides (NP, AP, EOP) alongside cholesterol and phytosphingosine, the lipid species that make up the stratum corneum barrier. Sodium hyaluronate provides humectancy. Petrolatum and dimethicone create an occlusive seal. No fragrance, no essential oils, no drying alcohols, no parabens. The MultiVesicular Emulsion (MVE) delivery technology releases actives gradually over time, supporting the 24-hour moisture claim. Full INCI publicly available on cerave.com.
₹469 · ₹9/g • Analysed 10 June 2026
India's climate, with high humidity in coastal and monsoon regions, can make heavy occlusives like petrolatum feel sticky for some users. In dry, arid regions such as Rajasthan and North India winters, the same formula performs excellently. Ceramide deficiency is strongly implicated in atopic dermatitis, which has significant prevalence across India. This cream is one of the most recommended moisturisers by Indian dermatologists for eczema and barrier-compromised skin. The price-to-efficacy ratio is exceptional: Rs.469 for a clinically supported ceramide cream is rare in the Indian market.
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Multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm ceramide NP/AP/EOP repletion restores the stratum corneum lipid bilayer. Science is well-established.
MVE delivery technology patent exists and provides a plausible mechanism, but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU.
Established through standard comedogenicity testing and consistent with dermatology literature on petrolatum and silicone non-comedogenicity.
Multiple global dermatology society endorsements and co-development history are documented publicly.
How we read this product across 5 areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
No synthetic fragrance, no essential oils, no drying alcohols, no parabens, no SLES, no formaldehyde releasers, no restricted substances. Petrolatum is a highly effective occlusive and non-comedogenic on intact skin per dermatology consensus. Phenoxyethanol is the sole preservative within the 1% EU/India regulatory limit. Ethylhexylglycerin acts as a preservative booster at trace concentration. Dimethicone creates a breathable occlusive film. Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a conditioning emulsifier, considerably gentler than traditional quaternary ammonium compounds. One PEG-based emulsifier (Ceteareth-20) is present at a single instance and is safe at cosmetic concentrations in leave-on products. Minor one-point deduction for the PEG emulsifier; no mandatory deductions apply.
The ceramide complex (NP, AP, EOP) is skin-identical: these are the exact ceramide species found in the human stratum corneum. Cholesterol and phytosphingosine complete the barrier lipid triad. Sodium hyaluronate provides humectant moisture retention. Petrolatum and dimethicone together create a graduated occlusive effect. Glycerin appears early in the list confirming a meaningful humectant concentration. The MVE (MultiVesicular Emulsion) delivery system embeds actives in concentric lipid layers, releasing them progressively over time. Minor gap: no niacinamide or targeted secondary active beyond barrier repair, though this is appropriate for a dedicated moisturiser.
The ceramide barrier repair claim is strongly supported by multiple peer-reviewed studies on stratum corneum lipid repletion. Non-comedogenic status is established through standard comedogenicity testing. Dermatologist-developed positioning is backed by documented global dermatology association endorsements. The 24-hour moisture claim references the MVE patent but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU, which is the main claims gap.
“Barrier repair with ceramides” Multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm ceramide NP/AP/EOP repletion restores the stratum corneum lipid bilayer. Science is well-established.
“24-hour moisture” MVE delivery technology patent exists and provides a plausible mechanism, but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU.
“Non-comedogenic” Established through standard comedogenicity testing and consistent with dermatology literature on petrolatum and silicone non-comedogenicity.
Multiple dermatology society endorsements globally and the MVE technology patent are publicly available, providing meaningful indirect evidence. No published clinical trial report exists for this specific product. The brand does not publish individual product test data. Grade C reflects institutional backing without a product-level published study.
Full INCI is available on cerave.com. Usage instructions are clear. Ingredient purpose explanations are absent from the product page and no concentration disclosures are made beyond what ingredient order implies.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water/Aqua |
Glycerin |
Cetearyl Alcohol |
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
Cetyl Alcohol |
Ceteareth-20 |
Petrolatum |
Potassium Phosphate |
Ceramide NP |
Ceramide AP |
Ceramide EOP |
Carbomer |
Dimethicone |
Behentrimonium Methosulfate |
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Cholesterol |
Phenoxyethanol |
Disodium EDTA |
Dipotassium Phosphate |
Tocopherol |
Phytosphingosine |
Xanthan Gum |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
All ingredients comply with EU Regulation 1223/2009. No restricted, prohibited, or UV filter substances present.
Compliant with India Cosmetics Regulation 2020. No Schedule S prohibited substances.
No hotlist substances detected.
All ingredients comply with 21 CFR cosmetic ingredient use requirements.
No restricted substances under Korean MFDS cosmetics regulations.
No SVHC detected in formula.
No IARC classified carcinogens in formula.
No restricted industrial chemicals.
No restricted or prohibited substances per TGA cosmetic standards.
Not applicable. No Natural Health Product claims.
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm ceramide NP/AP/EOP repletion restores the stratum corneum lipid bilayer. Science is well-established.
Evidence visible
MVE delivery technology patent exists and provides a plausible mechanism, but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU.
Mentioned only
Established through standard comedogenicity testing and consistent with dermatology literature on petrolatum and silicone non-comedogenicity.
Evidence visible
Multiple global dermatology society endorsements and co-development history are documented publicly.
Evidence visible
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
One of the few moisturisers in the Indian market where the ceramide science is backed by peer-reviewed stratum corneum research. Fragrance-free, paraben-free, clean preservative system. The 24-hour moisture duration claim lacks an independent published test, which is the main scoring gap.
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How we read this product across 5 areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
No synthetic fragrance, no essential oils, no drying alcohols, no parabens, no SLES, no formaldehyde releasers, no restricted substances. Petrolatum is a highly effective occlusive and non-comedogenic on intact skin per dermatology consensus. Phenoxyethanol is the sole preservative within the 1% EU/India regulatory limit. Ethylhexylglycerin acts as a preservative booster at trace concentration. Dimethicone creates a breathable occlusive film. Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a conditioning emulsifier, considerably gentler than traditional quaternary ammonium compounds. One PEG-based emulsifier (Ceteareth-20) is present at a single instance and is safe at cosmetic concentrations in leave-on products. Minor one-point deduction for the PEG emulsifier; no mandatory deductions apply.
The ceramide complex (NP, AP, EOP) is skin-identical: these are the exact ceramide species found in the human stratum corneum. Cholesterol and phytosphingosine complete the barrier lipid triad. Sodium hyaluronate provides humectant moisture retention. Petrolatum and dimethicone together create a graduated occlusive effect. Glycerin appears early in the list confirming a meaningful humectant concentration. The MVE (MultiVesicular Emulsion) delivery system embeds actives in concentric lipid layers, releasing them progressively over time. Minor gap: no niacinamide or targeted secondary active beyond barrier repair, though this is appropriate for a dedicated moisturiser.
The ceramide barrier repair claim is strongly supported by multiple peer-reviewed studies on stratum corneum lipid repletion. Non-comedogenic status is established through standard comedogenicity testing. Dermatologist-developed positioning is backed by documented global dermatology association endorsements. The 24-hour moisture claim references the MVE patent but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU, which is the main claims gap.
“Barrier repair with ceramides” Multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm ceramide NP/AP/EOP repletion restores the stratum corneum lipid bilayer. Science is well-established.
“24-hour moisture” MVE delivery technology patent exists and provides a plausible mechanism, but no independent duration testing has been published for this specific SKU.
“Non-comedogenic” Established through standard comedogenicity testing and consistent with dermatology literature on petrolatum and silicone non-comedogenicity.
Multiple dermatology society endorsements globally and the MVE technology patent are publicly available, providing meaningful indirect evidence. No published clinical trial report exists for this specific product. The brand does not publish individual product test data. Grade C reflects institutional backing without a product-level published study.
Full INCI is available on cerave.com. Usage instructions are clear. Ingredient purpose explanations are absent from the product page and no concentration disclosures are made beyond what ingredient order implies.
Moisturizing Cream (50g) is in Good Standing with The Clean Sheet: broadly sound, with only minor gaps such as a claim that is plausible but not publicly proven. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is one of the most clinically studied OTC moisturisers available in India. The formula is anchored by three skin-identical ceramides (NP, AP, EOP) alongside cholesterol and phytosphingosine, the lipid species that make up the stratum corneum barrier. Sodium hyaluronate provides humectancy. Petrolatum and dimethicone create an occlusive seal. No fragrance, no essential oils, no drying alcohols, no parabens. The MultiVesicular Emulsion (MVE) delivery technology releases actives gradually over time, supporting the 24-hour moisture claim. Full INCI publicly available on cerave.com.
Our verdict is "Good Standing". One of the few moisturisers in the Indian market where the ceramide science is backed by peer-reviewed stratum corneum research. Fragrance-free, paraben-free, clean preservative system. The 24-hour moisture duration claim lacks an independent published test, which is the main scoring gap.
We checked 4 on-pack claims: 3 of 4 are publicly supported, 1 needs more proof. For example, "Barrier repair with ceramides" — publicly supported.
Yes. Our review of the published INCI list found no synthetic fragrance (Parfum) or scent-use essential oils in Moisturizing Cream (50g).
Moisturizing Cream (50g) retails for Rs.422-Rs.469 in India. It targets dry skin, barrier repair, daily hydration.
