Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Emollient
Humectant/Solvent
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Emollient/Vehicle
Emollient/Barrier
Preservative
Emulsifier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Glyceryl Stearate Se | Emulsifier | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Mineral Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Petrolatum | Emollient/Barrier | No |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No |
| Polyoxyl 20 Cetostearyl Ether | Emulsifier | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
2 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of HYDROCORTISONE that avoid allergens found in this formulation.