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Healing Ointment

Healing Ointment

CeraVe·Ointment63 recommendations
Contains ceramides for barrier repair and hydration sealing

What the community says

Pros

  • Contains ceramides for barrier repair and hydration sealing
  • Commonly used as final night routine step for slugging and dryness from tretinoin
  • Lanolin-free and fragrance-free, suitable for sensitive skin areas like lips and under eyes

Cons

  • Too heavy and greasy for some; may exacerbate breakouts or milia especially on acne-prone skin
  • Recent reformulation noted as tackier/stickier, decreasing user satisfaction
  • Can feel occlusive and interfere with makeup application, recommended mainly for nighttime use

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Where to buy

Available on Amazon

$11.97 · Buy on Amazon

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