CeraVe Healing Ointment Skin Protectant, Soothes Dry, Cracked and Chafed Skin, Non-Greasy Unscented - 12oz
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The Cerave Healing Ointment is a highly effective solution for dry, cracked, and sensitive skin. Guests appreciate its rich texture, which absorbs well without leaving a greasy residue. The inclusion of ceramides and hyaluronic acid helps restore the skin barrier, making it ideal for various skin issues, including eczema and irritation. Its fragrance-free formula is perfect for sensitive skin, and the convenient packaging options enhance usability for both home and travel.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.7 out of 5 stars with 2050 reviews
effectiveness: 4.39 out of 5
quality: 4.38 out of 5
value: 4.11 out of 5
84% would recommend
180 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
20 May, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Healing
Love the CeraVe healing ointment. I have very dry, cracked hands and this added the moisture back in. I used at night and put on cotton gloves and within two weeks my hands healed. I now keep this on hand for everyday use.
1 out of 5 stars
20 May, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Formula change ineffective!
Loved this product before the “new and improved” ingredient change. I had a severe reaction to the new product with burning and itching! Is there an alternative? Does the baby version have the same ingredients as the old formula? Please help!
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 6 days ago
Hi. Thank you for reaching out to CeraVe. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Healing Ointment. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915, M- F, 9am - 5:30pm, ET and let us know you contacted us through a review. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call, as well as providing the agent with your username. Looking forward to speaking with you.
1 out of 5 stars
13 May, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
So Disappointed With The Formula Change
Used to love this product. I have very sensitive skin and a lot of allergies. This product was then only thing i could use for my lips for a lip balm. Tried the new formula and ended up having an allergic reaction. Really devastating. I think it would have been better if you all kept the old formula and marketed this new formula as a healing BALM. Because the new formula feels so much different , Either way the formula change is awful and really a let down.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 11 days ago
We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Healing Ointment. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @ 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET for assistance and provide the reference #46556063. Looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 May, 2026
dislike new formula
new formula is too heavy.. please bring back original
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 14 days ago
Hello Katherine. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Healing Ointment Skin Protectant, Soothes Dry, Cracked and Chafed Skin, Non-Greasy Unscented - 12oz. We're sorry to hear that this product no longer meets your expectations. The reformulation was driven by a strategy to simplify the ingredient list, meet new regulatory standards, and align with "clean beauty" trends (specifically removing silicones and certain preservatives). We appreciate your honest feedback and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our development teams. Thank you for trying CeraVe!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
10 May, 2026Verified purchase
disappointed
I really liked this ointment and stood by it when it came to dry skin and eczema. Until my latest purchase. It applies and feels super sticky and leaves so much excessive residue. Just feels so heavy when applying unlike my previous one which I still have. Don't care for the new and improved recipe. Not worth it for the price!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 May, 2026Verified purchase
Please Bring Back the Original Formula
The new formula is much stickier and doesn’t absorb properly. I loved the old version, but this one leaves a greasy film on my skin. Very disappointed with the change. I will not be purchasing again.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 18 days ago
Hello Roxi. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Healing Ointment Skin Protectant, Soothes Dry, Cracked and Chafed Skin, Non-Greasy Unscented - 12oz. We are sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand how we can improve. We will be sure to pass your comments along. Thank you again for reaching out.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 May, 2026Verified purchase
Dislike new formula
Absolutely HATE the new formula, it’s not new & improved, it’s now sticky & harder to apply
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 20 days ago
Hello ZMNJ. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Healing Ointment Skin Protectant, Soothes Dry, Cracked and Chafed Skin, Non-Greasy Unscented - 12oz. We are sorry to hear that this product no longer meets your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand how we can improve. We will be sure to pass your comments along to our development teams. Thank you for contacting CeraVe!
1 out of 5 stars
5 May, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Formula change is awful
The recent formula change is incredibly disappointing. My children suffer from severe eczema and, as part of our routine for the past 7 years, we would apply Cerave Healing Ointment in the morning and at night. Like clockwork, I regularly purchase a new jar every month because we go through it so quickly. This time I saw new and improved on the label and saw that the ingredients have changed. I was quite skeptical but decided to proceed and was absolutely horrified that my children complained that their skin felt like it was stinging. They wanted to wash it off. This was the only product they had applied. Moreover, this new formulation is greasier and stickier. Sadly, now I’m searching for a replacement. This was the only product from Cerave’s line that was tried and true. Why mess with a great thing? If you have sensitive, eczema prone skin and were once a loyal user of the healing ointment, please look elsewhere. This is no longer the holy grail product it once was for many eczema sufferers.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 19 days ago
Hello! We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Healing Ointment. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @1-800-768-2915 M-F 9am-5:30pm,ET for assistance and provide the case #46424543. Looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call.
1 out of 5 stars
1 May, 2026Verified purchase
New Formula is Terrible
They changed the formula and the new one is terrible! It’s now sticky and much harder to apply. I’ll take the greasiness of the original formula over this any day.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 25 days ago
Hello Sarah! We’re sorry to hear you’re disappointed with your recent experience with Healing Ointment. We understand how frustrating it is when a product you know and trust no longer feels the way you expect. We appreciate you sharing your feedback on the texture and application, and your comments will be shared with our team.
5 out of 5 stars
27 April, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
New Formula Is a Genuine Upgrade
I'm actually really liking the reformulation of this product!! I can notice the difference the added glycerin makes in hydration, and the thicker consistency stays on my lips and cuticles much better instead of melting away. It feels like a proper healing ointment now, which is exactly what I was hoping for.
1 out of 5 stars
19 April, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
No longer any good
I loved the original product! I used it every night before bed. I hate the new formula, its sticky, drys my skin out etc. Why fix what wasn't broke? Many people that used this regularly are hunting for a new product! You destroyed a great product, shame on you!
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hello! We're sorry to hear about your experience with our Healing Ointment. We would like to speak to you directly, if you can please give us a call at 888-768-2915 with case number 46178011. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm ET. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
19 April, 2026Verified purchase
reformulation is terrible, don't buy
This used to be great. The refomulated version is terrible (sticky, doesn't work well).
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello A! We’re so sorry to hear you’ve been disappointed with our Healing Ointment. It’s especially frustrating when a product you previously loved no longer feels the same, and we understand how the sticky feel and change in performance would make that even more disappointing. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and feedback with us. We truly appreciate you reaching out, and your comments will be shared with our team.
1 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Healing
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using this product for years, but I recently got a new one that’s so thick it feels disgusting. This was my favorite product, and I’m so disappointed.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback on our Healing Ointment. We’re so sorry to hear about your disappointment, especially after this product had been a favorite for years. We understand how frustrating it can be when something you know and love no longer feels the same, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to let us know. Your comments have been passed along to our team, and we hope you continue exploring more at CeraVe to find the right fit for your skincare needs!
1 out of 5 stars
12 April, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Formula Change, New but definitely not improved.
I used to really love this product. It worked amazing for my eczema and honestly felt better than Vaseline or Aquaphor. I swore this was my holy grail. I would buy a bottle every 2 months because of my severe eczema and relied on it constantly. But with the new formula, I don’t feel the same at all. It feels waxy and just not great. I used it right after a shower on clean, slightly damp skin, and immediately noticed the difference with the new bottle I bought. I’m really disappointed in this change. It doesn’t seem like what people wanted, and it’s honestly causing the opposite reaction of what it’s supposed to do. Now I’m going to have to find an alternative, and unfortunately they’ve lost a loyal customer.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback on our Healing Ointment. We're so sorry to hear about your disappointment with the formula change, especially after this product had been such an important part of your skincare routine. We understand how frustrating and upsetting it can be when a longtime favorite no longer feels the same, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Your comments have been passed along to our team. We hope you will explore our other product selections to find a new favorite at CeraVe!
5 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Works great
This stuff really does the trick. It’s thick but not too thick where it feels heavy and oily. It helps heal dry and irritated skin without any issues. Last All day
5 out of 5 stars
9 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

moisturizing
love the thickness and moisture locking of this product. it’s nice for dry and cracked lips as well as for cuticles! it has helped cure dry and red cuticles
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
8 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
horrible new formula. Very hard to spread and feels heavy and gross. caused me to break out right away as well. Use to love this and will not be using this again
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 2 months ago
Hello Alexandria! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Healing Ointment. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact us at 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET for assistance. We look forward to speaking with you!
1 out of 5 stars
5 April, 2026
originally posted on cerave.com
Huge disappointment with the change in formula
I have used the healing ointment for years and absolutely loved the old formula. I just bought a new tub of the new and improved version and I cannot use it anymore. It is so sticky and doesn’t dissolve in the skin as easily as the original. I had to return the tub and will have to find a substitute. I use your facial cleansers and other products, but this one no longer works for me.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 27 days ago
Hello! Thank you for being such a loyal user of CeraVe over the years. We are truly sorry to hear that the updated formula of our Healing Ointment did not meet the high standards you’ve come to expect from us. At CeraVe, we constantly strive to enhance our products based on the latest dermatological research, but we understand that texture is a very personal preference. Your feedback about the stickiness is incredibly valuable, and we will certainly share it with our product development team.
5 out of 5 stars
4 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Better than Aquaphor
Honestly this is a pretty good healing ointment, it feels great on my lips it's basically a better version of the aquaphor petroleum jelly rub. It lasts really long on your lips feeling slick.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
4 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
The “new and improved formula” is extremely hard to spread, it feels thick, almost like glue. I will not be purchasing again. Wish they had not changed the formula.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 2 months ago
Hello Mitzy! Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Healing Ointment texture. Although the packaging has a new look, the formula remains the same, featuring three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid to protect the skin barrier. Because of its rich, petrolatum-based consistency, a helpful tip is to warm a small amount between your palms before applying to help it glide more easily onto the skin. Applying it to slightly damp skin also helps lock in extra hydration while ensuring a smoother, more even application.