Where Cetraben
fits best.
Cetraben is the most clinically styled emollient range here. The core Cream discloses 13.2% white soft paraffin, 10.5% liquid paraffin and 4.5% glycerin; the Lotion is lighter and the Ointment markedly richer. This texture ladder is excellent for practical selection, although US availability is limited and emollient residue on fabrics requires explicit fire-safety care.
Cetraben products,
clearly separated.
Every product below has a dedicated evidence-led review. Scores are our editorial scores—not customer star ratings—and each review links onward to the most relevant comparison and skin concern.
Moisturising Cream
- BEST FOR
- Daily dry and eczema-prone face and body skin
- TEXTURE
- Medium-rich cream
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- White soft paraffin · Light liquid paraffin · Glycerin
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Natural Oatmeal Cream
- BEST FOR
- Dry sensitive skin wanting oat-led comfort
- TEXTURE
- Cream
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Natural oatmeal · Glycerin · Paraffin emollients
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Moisturising Lotion
- BEST FOR
- Frequent daytime use over larger areas
- TEXTURE
- Light lotion
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Glycerin · Paraffin emollients · Dimethicone
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Flare Up Overnight Ointment
- BEST FOR
- Night-time sealing of very dry irritated skin
- TEXTURE
- Dense ointment
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Paraffin base · Glycerin · Emollient lipids
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Moisturising Facial Day Cream
- BEST FOR
- Dry, eczema-prone facial skin by day
- TEXTURE
- Light face cream
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Glycerin · Squalane · Ceramide cue
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Nourishing Facial Night Cream
- BEST FOR
- Dry sensitive facial skin overnight
- TEXTURE
- Rich face cream
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Squalane · Glycerin · Emollient lipids
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Moisture Protect Facial Cleanser
- BEST FOR
- Gentle cleansing before a dry-skin routine
- TEXTURE
- Cream cleanser
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Glycerin · Mild surfactants · Emollient lipids
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Moisture Protect Body Wash
- BEST FOR
- Replacing harsh soap in dry-skin routines
- TEXTURE
- Creamy wash
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Mild surfactants · Glycerin · Emollient lipids
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Itch Relief Balm
- BEST FOR
- Short-term cooling of dry, itchy skin
- TEXTURE
- Cooling balm
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Cooling agent · Glycerin · Emollient base
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
Moisturising Hand Balm
- BEST FOR
- Very dry hands exposed to frequent washing
- TEXTURE
- Concentrated balm
- KEY FORMULA CUE
- Glycerin · Paraffin emollients · Dimethicone
- FRAGRANCE
- Fragrance-free
What the range
consistently does.
Cetraben Cream’s professional information specifies 13.2% white soft paraffin, 10.5% light liquid paraffin and 4.5% glycerin. That creates a transparent humectant-plus-occlusive formula story.
Cetraben Lotion reduces richness for easier spreading, while Cetraben Ointment uses a much higher paraffin content for stronger occlusion. Newer oatmeal and facial products broaden the range beyond the classic emollient trio.
Start with the job,
not the logo.
Choose lotion when spread and adherence matter, cream for a versatile middle ground and ointment for small or severe dry areas where greasiness is acceptable. Follow age and product directions exactly.
Keep clothing, bedding and dressings contaminated with any emollient away from cigarettes, naked flames and strong heat. Washing reduces residue but may not remove it completely.
Compare the formula identity.
Before you choose
the brand.
What is the difference between Cetraben Cream and Ointment?+
Cream combines water, paraffins and glycerin for a versatile middle texture. Ointment is much more paraffin-rich and occlusive, so it feels greasier and is often reserved for drier areas or overnight use.
Is Cetraben available in the United States?+
It is primarily a UK-market range and US availability is limited. Check authorised sellers, current packaging and shipping conditions before purchase.
Are Cetraben products a fire risk?+
Emollient residue on clothing, bedding and dressings can make fabrics ignite more easily and burn more intensely. Keep contaminated fabrics away from smoking, naked flames and strong heat.
How this brand guide was prepared
We use current official range information for brand and product positioning, then keep manufacturer claims separate from our editorial conclusions. Dedicated review scores use the exact product listing checked on the review page. Formulas, names and availability can change by market.
Cetraben Professional — Cetraben CreamOfficial professional source for percentages, directions and the core Cream’s indicated role.↗Educational product guidance only. A brand page cannot diagnose or treat a skin condition.