- AQUA / WATER / EAU: This is purified water, which serves as the base for the product.
- GLYCERIN: Glycerin is a humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL: A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and helps to thicken the product.
- CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE: This is a combination of caprylic and capric fatty acids, which provide emollient properties and help moisturize the skin.
- CETYL ALCOHOL: Another fatty alcohol used for its emollient properties.
- CETEARETH-20: An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water-based ingredients.
- PETROLATUM: Petrolatum is a skin protectant that helps to lock in moisture.
- POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE and DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE: These are pH-adjusting agents.
- CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP: Ceramides are lipids that help to strengthen the skin’s barrier and retain moisture.
- CARBOMER: A thickening agent and stabilizer.
- DIMETHICONE: A silicone-based ingredient that acts as an emollient and helps to create a protective barrier on the skin.
- BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE: A surfactant and emulsifying agent.
- SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE: An emulsifier and emollient.
- SODIUM HYALURONATE: A form of hyaluronic acid, which is a humectant that helps to hydrate and plump the skin.
- CHOLESTEROL: A lipid that, like ceramides, helps to maintain the skin’s barrier.
- PHENOXYETHANOL: A preservative.
- DISODIUM EDTA: A chelating agent that helps maintain product stability.
- TOCOPHEROL: Vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties.
- PHYTOSPHINGOSINE: A lipid that supports the skin’s natural barrier.
- XANTHAN GUM: A thickening and stabilizing agent.
- ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN: A preservative.
Based on the ingredient list we have provided above, it is generally considered safe to use CeraVe Moisturizing Cream during pregnancy because it does not contain ingredients that are known to be harmful during pregnancy. However, it’s always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional or dermatologist for personalized recommendations and to ensure that it is suitable for your specific skin care needs during pregnancy.