Aquaphor skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Aquaphor is an American skincare brand founded in 1924 and owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004.

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Aquaphor is beloved for its classic ointment and targeted formulas, which rely on trusted ingredients to deliver deep, reliable comfort. Its products suit dry, chapped, and compromised skin best because the nourishing formulations create a breathable barrier that supports natural recovery. For specific concerns, the brand offers standout solutions such as the Lip Repair for delicate lip care and the Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment for severely dry or damaged areas. Every application works gently to restore smoothness and protect the skin barrier against daily environmental stressors.

This page covers some of the most popular Aquaphor products; for the whole Aquaphor range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

Questions and answers

Is Aquaphor worth it?

Aquaphor is worth it for dry and sensitive skin, as the Aquaphor products on this page are fragrance-free and Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry, sensitive, and other skin types. Glycerin helps improve hydration and barrier function.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What are Aquaphor's best products?

Aquaphor's best products are Lip Repair and Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment. Lovi rates Lip Repair Superior for dry and dry sensitive skin, and Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment High for dry and dry sensitive skin.

Does Aquaphor cause breakouts?

Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment and Lip Repair carry caution or warning fit levels for acne-prone skin on Lovi, so they may cause breakouts on some people. Panthenol helps soothe skin, but the rich ointment format is less suited for oily or breakout-prone areas.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002 Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

Is Aquaphor fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Aquaphor products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. This helps keep the range gentle for sensitive skin.

What are the key ingredients in Aquaphor products?

The Aquaphor products on this page help keep skin soft and smooth with ingredients like glycerin and panthenol, which help hold in moisture and support skin barrier recovery. Panthenol helps soothe skin and may aid in comfort and healing. Glycerin draws in water to help keep skin hydrated.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017 American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

How do I build a Aquaphor skincare routine?

To build an Aquaphor routine, use Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment for dry skin and Lip Repair for dry lips. The Aquaphor products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Lovi rates the Aquaphor-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

What are good alternatives to Aquaphor?

Good alternatives to Aquaphor include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica, all of which have dedicated brand pages on Lovi.

Aquaphor vs CeraVe: which is better?

Aquaphor works slightly better for dry skin and oily skin, where Lovi rates the Aquaphor-focused routine Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine High. For sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, and combination skin, both brands rate Superior.

Who owns Aquaphor, and where is it from?

Aquaphor is an American brand founded in 1924, owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004.

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Is Aquaphor cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Aquaphor as cruelty-free.

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Research behind Aquaphor's key ingredients

Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial
Panthenol · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
A randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and safety of adsorbent lotion containing tapioca starch, spent grain wax, Butyrospermum parkii extract, argania spinosa kernel oil, aloe barbadensis, rosehip oil, and allantoin with a low-potency topical corticosteroid in the treatment of intertrigo
Shea butter · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

2 more studies

Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial
Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist