CeraVe

Advanced Repair Ointment for Very Dry and Chapped Skin

Name: CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment for Very Dry and Chapped Skin
Brand: CeraVe

Available in 50ml, 88ml

Quick Summary

Best forVery dry and dry skin

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsCeramides, Petrolatum, Hyaluronic Acid

OverallThis CeraVe skincare product features ceramides (barrier-supporting), petrolatum (protective) and hyaluronic acid (hydrating). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients. CeraVe recommends it for very dry and dry skin.

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Ingredient Analysis

23 of 23 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listed

Key ingredients

Ceramides Petrolatum Hyaluronic Acid

Full ingredient list (23) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Petrolatum Occlusive moisturiser Generally gentle
Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil Emollient & occlusive Generally gentle
Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax Structure & protection Generally gentle
Paraffin Structure & protection Generally gentle
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Dimethicone Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Aqua/Water Solvent & base Generally gentle
Ceramide Np Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Ceramide Ap Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Ceramide Eop Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle

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Carbomer Thickener & gel former All skin types
Triethyl Citrate Solvent & texture aid Generally gentle
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
Cholesterol Skin-identical lipid Generally gentle
Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Caprylyl Glycol Humectant & preservative booster Generally gentle
Synthetic Wax Structure & protection Generally gentle
Panthenol Soothing humectant Generally gentle
Phytosphingosine Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Xanthan Gum Natural thickener Generally gentle
Benzoic Acid Preservative All skin types

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 19 Oct 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

The retailer lists slightly different ingredients for some versions of this product. Shown here: 88ml.

Common questions

Is CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment contain alcohol?

No drying alcohol (alcohol denat. or ethanol) is listed.

Is CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment safe for fungal acne?

It contains one ingredient that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty-acid esters & glycerides (sodium lauroyl lactylate). How much it matters depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment suitable for sensitive skin?

Its ingredient list avoids the most common irritants: no fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol or strong exfoliating acids are listed. Reactions are individual, so patch-test anything new.