Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream INCI List & Ingredients | CeraVe

Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This body treatment from CeraVe lists 34 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

3 known allergens in this formula

Benzyl alcohol · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzyl Alcohol
Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
Phenoxyethanol · irritant · mediumKnown allergen (irritant): Phenoxyethanol

Not detected: added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: parabens.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingBarrier repairReduces irritationAnti-agingRedness reducingBrighteningScar healingAcne fightingGood for oily skinReduces large poresDark spots

Key Ingredients

1
CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
2
NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
3
Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
4
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
5
ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

34

INCI (full list, INCI order): hydrocortisone, water, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, ceteareth-20, isopropyl myristate, cyclopentasiloxane, benzyl alcohol, isostearyl neopentanoate, cetyl palmitate, peg-40 stearate, potassium lactate, ceramide np, ceramide ap, potassium sorbate, ceramide eop, carbomer, niacinamide, dimethicone/vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate crosspolymer, dimethyl mea, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, methylparaben, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium benzoate, cholesterol, avena sativa kernel extract, phenoxyethanol, citric acid, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, maltodextrin, chrysanthemum parthenium extract, ethylhexylglycerin

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22methylparaben

Potential Concerns

May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Does Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream contain parabens?

Yes, Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.

Is Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream contains 3 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream against your own profile.