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Good Cera Super Ceramide Cream

~$17· 60ml / 2.02 fl oz
DrynessRedness

What it's good for

Key actives from our research database. Click any to read the full evidence dossier.

  • CeramidesStrong evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

    Good for: Barrier repair

  • GlycerinModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

    Good for: Hydrating

  • PanthenolModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Pro-vitamin B5. Deeply hydrates and helps repair the skin barrier, calming dry or compromised skin.

    Good for: Hydrating, Barrier repair

  • AllantoinAnecdotal evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A gentle smoother and skin-soother. Reduces flakiness and helps the surface look more even.

    Good for: Anti-inflammatory, Hydrating

  • Shea ButterModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A rich, naturally occlusive plant butter from the African karite tree. Soothes dry, irritation-prone skin, refills the lipid barrier, and was well tolerated enough in randomized trials that most participants used it comfortably as a daily emollient.

    Good for: Barrier repair, Hydrating, Anti-inflammatory

Evidence behind the ingredients

Real citations from our research database, one per tracked active in this product. Click any ingredient name to read its full evidence dossier.

CeramidesStrong evidence7 citations

Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

Andrew PV et al., Topical supplementation with physiological lipids rebalances the stratum corneum ceramide profile and strengthens skin barrier function in adults predisposed to atopic dermatitis, British Journal of Dermatology 2025;193(4):729-740 — physiological-lipid emulsion raised SC ceramide NP/AP and improved barrier function vs control

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40408261View source ↗

Nugroho WT, Sawitri, Astindari, Utomo B, Listiawan MY, Ervianti E, Astari L. The Efficacy of Moisturisers Containing Ceramide Compared with Other Moisturisers in the Management of Atopic Dermatitis: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis. Indian J Dermatol. 2023;68(1):53-58. — Meta-analysis of 5 studies found ceramide-containing moisturisers produced significantly greater improvement in SCORAD compared with non-ceramide moisturisers in atopic dermatitis.

2023Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:37151263View source ↗

Shindo S et al., Effects of a moisturizer containing pseudo-ceramide and a eucalyptus extract on sweating function in adult atopic dermatitis: a double-blind, randomized, controlled left-right comparison clinical trial, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2022;21(10):4503-4509 — pseudo-ceramide + eucalyptus moisturizer restored sweating function and barrier in AD adults

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35298858View source ↗
GlycerinModerate evidence6 citations

A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

Danby SG et al., Different types of emollient cream exhibit diverse physiological effects on the skin barrier in adults with atopic dermatitis, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology 2022;47(6):1154-1164 — glycerol+urea emollient delivered superior barrier-strengthening and irritant protection

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35167133View source ↗

Youssef R et al., Glycerol 85% efficacy on atopic skin and its microbiome: a randomized controlled trial, Journal of Dermatological Treatment 2021;32(7):730-736 — topical glycerol 85% RCT on atopic skin

2021Positive (efficacy)PMID:31869257View source ↗

Evans NJ et al., Human axillary skin condition is improved following incorporation of glycerol into the stratum corneum from an antiperspirant formulation, Archives of Dermatological Research 2017;309(9):739-748 — 4% glycerol penetrated axillary SC, reduced irritation, improved hydration

2017Positive (efficacy)PMID:28889318View source ↗
PanthenolModerate evidence5 citations

Pro-vitamin B5. Deeply hydrates and helps repair the skin barrier, calming dry or compromised skin.

Gao Y et al., Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2025;24(7):e70223 — double-blind RCT (n=60): panthenol mask decreased erythema, enhanced hydration, repaired barrier vs saline

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40613435View source ↗

Cho YS et al., Use of Dexpanthenol for Atopic Dermatitis-Benefits and Recommendations Based on Current Evidence, Journal of Clinical Medicine 2022;11(14):3943 — Korean-authored review; dexpanthenol improves barrier and reduces severity in mild-to-moderate AD

2022Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:35887707View source ↗

Heise R et al., Accelerated wound healing with a dexpanthenol-containing ointment after fractional ablative CO2 laser resurfacing of photo-damaged skin in a randomized prospective clinical trial, Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology 2019;38(3):274-278 — RCT: dexpanthenol significantly faster wound closure vs petroleum jelly post-laser

2019Positive (efficacy)PMID:30897983View source ↗
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AllantoinAnecdotal evidence6 citations

A gentle smoother and skin-soother. Reduces flakiness and helps the surface look more even.

Xu Z et al., Efficacy and Safety of Topical Compound Heparin Sodium Allantoin Gel for the Treatment of Rosacea, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2025;24(4):e70129 — RCT (n=82, 12 weeks): allantoin gel improved erythema and alleviated itching/burning vs traditional therapy

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40177799View source ↗

Tan C et al., The combination of allantoin, bisabolol, D-panthenol and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate mitigates UVB-induced PGE2 synthesis by keratinocytes, International Journal of Cosmetic Science 2024;46(5):691-701 — in vitro: allantoin combination reduced UVB-induced PGE2, IL-1α, IL-6, IL-8, TNFα

2024Mechanism onlyPMID:38433250View source ↗

Saucedo-Acuna RA et al. (Mexico), Characterization and In Vivo Assay of Allantoin-Enriched Pectin Hydrogel for the Treatment of Skin Wounds, International Journal of Molecular Sciences 2023;24(8):7377 — allantoin-pectin hydrogel reduced wound healing time by ~71% with complete closure at day 15 in rat model

2023Mechanism onlyPMID:37108540View source ↗
Shea ButterModerate evidence4 citations

A rich, naturally occlusive plant butter from the African karite tree. Soothes dry, irritation-prone skin, refills the lipid barrier, and was well tolerated enough in randomized trials that most participants used it comfortably as a daily emollient.

O'Connor RJ et al., Clinical Evaluation of a Diaper Containing a Shea Butter-Based Emollient and Impact on Diapered Skin Erythema, Pediatr Dermatol 2025;42(3):532-538 — RCT n=271 infants, shea-butter diaper reduced dermatitis

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40189822View source ↗

Burnett CL, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, et al. Safety Assessment of Butyrospermum parkii (Shea)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics. Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel Final Report.

2024Safety assessmentDOI:10.1177/10915818231224230View source ↗

Verallo-Rowell VM, Katalbas SS, Pangasinan JP. Natural (Mineral, Vegetable, Coconut, Essential) Oils and Contact Dermatitis. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep. 2016;16(7):51. — discussing shea butter unsaponifiable fraction NF-kB inhibition and dermatologic use.

2016Mechanism onlyPMID:27373890View source ↗

Sources: 10 clinical journals and regulatory databases across the US, EU, Korea, Japan, and China. Every entry points to a specific document. See methodology for the full list and what each outcome label means.

Full ingredient list

Everything on the package label, not just the tracked actives above.

Drying alcohol freeSulfates freeParabens free
  • Contains fragrance: Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel OilWorth knowing if you have sensitive or reactive skin.
  • Contains silicones: Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/​Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerNo irritancy evidence. CIR rates this safe as used; some shoppers avoid it by preference.
+Show all 63 ingredients

Listed in the order printed on the package. By regulation, ingredients at 1% or higher are listed in descending order by concentration, so the first entry is the largest part of the formula.

  1. Water
  2. Butylene Glycol
  3. Glycerin
  4. Cyclopentasiloxane
  5. Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/​Dicaprate
  6. Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
  7. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
  8. Glyceryl Stearate
  9. 1,2-Hexanediol
  10. Cetearyl Alcohol
  11. Stearic Acid
  12. Polysorbate 60
  13. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
  14. Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
  15. Stearyl Behenate
  16. Dimethicone
  17. Dimethicone/​Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
  18. Cetearyl Glucoside
  19. Phytosteryl/​ Isostearyl/​ Cetyl/​ Stearyl/​Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
  20. Ceramide Np
  21. Hydrogenated Polydecene
  22. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  23. Ceteareth-20
  24. Glyceryl Citrate/​Lactate/​Linoleate/​Oleate
  25. Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea
  26. Glycosphingolipids
  27. Ceramide Ap
  28. Meadowfoam Estolide
  29. Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
  30. Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride
  31. Ceramide Eop
  32. Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
  33. Aleuritic Acid
  34. Yeast Extract
  35. Glycoproteins
  36. Betaine
  37. Sodium Hyaluronate
  38. Polyquaternium-51
  39. Cocos Nucifera Oil (Coconut Oil)
  40. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
  41. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/​Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  42. Squalane
  43. Carbomer
  44. Tromethamine
  45. Tocopheryl Acetate
  46. Glycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/​Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
  47. Alteromonas Ferment Extract
  48. Bacillus Ferment
  49. Propylene Glycol
  50. Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
  51. Dipropylene Glycol
  52. Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
  53. Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
  54. Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
  55. Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
  56. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
  57. Pogostemon Cablin Oil
  58. Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil
  59. Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil
  60. Niacinamide
  61. Allantoin
  62. Disodium Edta
  63. Ethylhexylglycerin

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