Aquaphor Healing Balm Stick — Efficacy 3.9/5.0, Safety 4.7/5.0 | DemythSkin
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Aquaphor Healing Balm Stick

Aquaphor Healing Balm Stick

Body CareDryness, chafing, barrier repair
Efficacy
Solid
3.9 / 5.0
Safety
Safe
4.7 / 5.0
System Verdict
Basic, effective occlusive balm that excels at barrier protection for dry, chafed skin but lacks advanced actives for deeper repair. Efficacy score of 4.0 reflects high Petrolatum (30%) concentration as primary protectant, supported by quality emollients like Shea Butter and Avocado Oil in top positions, plus soothing Panthenol and Bisabolol; no pH issues in anhydrous formula, but trace antioxidants like Tocopherol add minimal benefit.
Active Ingredients Detected
A Tier: Good BasicsProven Results
Petrolatum (30%)Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideButyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterTocopherolPanthenolGlycerinBisabolol
B Tier: Supporting IngredientsPromising Ingredients
Microcrystalline WaxBeeswax
D Tier: Potential IrritantsBe Cautious
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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