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.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Thickener/Gelling Agent
Skin Protectant
Skin Conditioner
Emulsifier
Stiffening Agent
Emollient/Solvent
Buffer/Stabilizer
Emulsifier/pH Adjuster
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| Carbomer Homopolymer Type C (allyl Pentaerythritol Crosslinked) | Thickener/Gelling Agent | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Gluconolactone | — | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate? | Emulsifier | No |
| Microcrystalline Wax? | Stiffening Agent | No |
| Octyldodecanol | Emollient/Solvent | No |
| Potassium Metaphosphate | Buffer/Stabilizer | No |
| Trolamine | Emulsifier/pH Adjuster | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.