What makes this moisturiser different?

The dermatologist-developed formula is filled to bursting with ingredients that eczema and dermatitis-prone skin needs. “Traditional moisturisers are comprised of ingredients such as humectants — which attract water to the skin — and emollients — the oily layer which sits on top of the skin to stop water escaping,” explains Tom Allison of CeraVe USA. “These can be effective, but they don’t directly address the compromised skin barrier which may have caused dry or irritated skin in the first place. To do that, you need to add ceramides which will help to restore the skin barrier function.”

In short, ceramides are oils that our bodies produce naturally – think of them as little invisible cell builders that keep your skin intact. Due to things like the environment and a weakened skin barrier, they tend to take a bit of a dip - cue dryness, itchiness and redness often associated with atopic dermatitis and eczema.

The second staple ingredient is hyaluronic acid (HA). Another component produced naturally in our cells, experts champion HA for its ability to hydrate and plump tight skin peppered with lines. Together, ceramides and HA reinforce fragile skin and deliver moisture to thirsty cells instantly and cumulatively throughout the day. The cream is void of paraffins, parabens and oils and is also non-comedogenic, so it didn’t block my pores like everything else I tried.

Another brilliant thing about CeraVe is the price point. Products start at just £5.50 and the Moisturising Cream (a huge 454g of it) won’t break the bank at £16. Thanks to Boots, it’s also readily available on the high-street, which means you don’t have to drop £250 on a private dermatologist appointment or make countless visits to your GP. Instead, healthy skin is attainable in your lunch break. If I wasn’t already sold…

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