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Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream

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Cetaphil

Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream

moisturizer · 16 oz · Skincare

Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 19-ingredient list, with glycerin, petrolatum and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol).

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · Italy · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Petrolatum

    The most effective occlusive for locking in moisture.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

19 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3PetrolatumA soft, semi-solid mix of refined petroleum hydrocarbons, also called petroleum jelly.…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  4. 4Dicaprylyl EtherA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  5. 5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  6. 6Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  7. 7Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  8. 8Sunflower Seed OilA plant oil pressed from the seeds of a bred sunflower variety. Its main job is to…
  9. 9PEG-30 Stearate
  10. 10Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)Tocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  11. 11DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
  12. 12AcrylatesA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  13. 13<Span Class="Allergen"> Benzyl Alcohol</Span>
  14. 14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  15. 15Almond Oil
  16. 16Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  17. 17Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  18. 18CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  19. 19Sodiium Hydroxide

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0302993917465, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#5), Dimethiconol (#11)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsPetrolatum (#3)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream fragrance-free?

Yes. Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Cetaphil Body Dry Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Cream good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Petrolatum, Dimethicone and Vitamin E.

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