Dr Dray. You save us money. I love that you suggest affordable products for skin care and don’t have to break the bank. You don’t need high end to get results. I’ve said this before. But you have saved me soooo much money. 😘
I agree. Luxury skincare is NOT worth it. The most important thing is finding a simple cleanser/moisturizer/spf routine that you’ll use daily, then add in actives (like retinol and vitamin C) as needed.
I've always heard store brands are just as good as name brands. Usually, I can't tell the difference with ones I've compared. Although as you stated, the cleansers definitely were different. Thanks for making the comparisons in this video. I'd be interested in seeing more like this. Enjoy the day!
I’m more of a CeraVe kinda girl! Love the hydrating facial cleanser (I keep it in my shower) and the healing ointment is always part of my skincare regimen! 👍🏼💖 The ceramides are EVERYTHING for eczema prone skin.
@@calgcfc1 I found it pretty hydrating, and it cleared up my contact dermatitis or eczema whatever was happening. However, I’ve been hearing that it has some ingredients that are carcinogens. But have not heard that about CereVe so I would like to hear more about that.
I use Equate's version of Olay Retinol Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer as my neck retinol and love it (about $18). Also use Equate Lovely Glow, it's version of Jergen's Natural Glow self tanning lotion. Both are great. Target's UpandUp can be good for lotions, but I have been disappointed in Amazon's Solimo generic versions. Thanks Dr Dray for this type of comparison video.
Team Cetaphil now - used to love Cerave but it always stings my skin now. Thought it was just the actives I use, but my teen daughter who doesn't use any actives says it burns her skin too. Love the Cetaphil sensitive skin cleanser!
Did CeraVe always sting your skin? I've been using it for quite a while, but these past few days it's been stinging. I've been thinking it's just because I've been swimming in a pool (with chlorine) pretty much every day this past week, but I'm starting to think it's just not working for me anymore. Any help would be appreciated :)
Team CeraVe as a proud sister of a young derm, she approves everything I use 😉 And if the brand name works for me, I respect the whole formulation and technology, I don't even go for the copying version to save $2-5, I can save it by eating less junk food.
Cetaphil girl here! Cerave burns my face so bad. I’m not sure what’s in it that makes it burn but I’ve tried it many times cause I want to love it but it just keeps burning. The new cetaphil products are my favorite. No burning or stinging and their moisturizing cream is legit so pillowy and soft and buttery I just absolutely love it! Plus the prices of cetaphil are cheaper.
@A C I get that way with so many products because of my rosacea. Cetaphil is a brand that doesn’t bother my rosacea with most of their products. Cerave I put it on and my skin gets hot and my cheeks burn. Cetaphil feels more soothing to me. I hope it works good for you like it does for me!
I’ve never tried cerave but I do love cetaphil and decided to go for it instead simply because it says it’s hypoallergenic and cerave doesn’t say it. Usually creams that don’t say it’s hypoallergenic will cause me some kind of burn/allergy/redness, not sure if it’s because I have dermatitis? So I didn’t even give it a try… plus, cetaphil feels so good on the skin. And I never even realised there was a difference in price!
I am both Team Cetaphil and Team Cerave, depending on which product. After using up the products, my preferences: for Moisturizing Cream or lotion--- definitely CeraVe. for Gentle Cleanser -- love Cetaphil. for Daily Moisturizer & SPF -- Cetaphil wins. for SA cleanser -- CeraVe.
TBH I usually go with Equate whenever it's the option. If anything, there is a texture difference. My equate aveeno excema cream dupe was slightly more runny, but performed just as well. I've been mostly a cerave kinda guy lol. Some of Cetaphils new products are enticing though.
I got enticed by “new” and regret all Cetaphil purchases. Don’t bother it will be a chore to finish. Although I didn’t finish the Cetaphil I gave it to someone else.
I've found that some generic products are just as good and damn near identical to the name brand equivalent, while others aren't. Equate can be hit or miss. Up&Up from Target and the Walgreens generics are usually the best in my experience.
@@rm5146 ooh! That's a great idea! Id love a video comparing multiple different generic versions of the same product. I think it would be super interesting and very helpful, especially for those of us on a tight budget!
@@womanofacertainage5892 yeah, I've definitely had the most consistent generics from Target I think. On a side note, I actually prefer some generic products to their the name brand equivalent! Like, I've found that most generic versions of the Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion are based off of the ORIGINAL formula with Macadamia Nut oil, which I prefer to the reformulations that swap it out for Avocado oil. I can't really think of any others off the top of my head right now, but I know there's been others that I've felt the same way about.
I use the Equate version of the CeraVe moisturizing face wash and I love it - I keep the big pump bottles because me and my 3 kids (also eczema people) all use it and it GOES.
Thank you so much for doing this! Equate Beauty as such a good money-saving option. I have been using the equate daily moisturizing lotion in the pump bottle for my nighttime moisturizer for years. It is so soothing and healing and works well for my sensitive oily acne-prone dehydrated face. I also use the equate CeraVe dupe facial cleanser as a second cleanse at night and it is super hydrating but removes the last traces of makeup. I recently discovered the dupe for the Jergens sunless tanning lotion and have been loving it so much. It saves a couple dollars and doubles as a moisturizer for my legs and arms too.
I'm in my 50s and started to have itchy, patchy skin, as well as breaking out around the nose. My health insurance doesn't cover the fees for a specialist or dermatologist, so I did alot of research on my own and came across your videos as well as videos of other dermatologists, and you all raved about Cetaphil and Cerave. I decided to try Cetaphil first because it was on sale at my local Target. However, it just made my skin more itchy and worse than it was. I switched to Cerave foaming facial cleanser, moisturizing cream, and also using their healing ointment. Oh my gosh, the first day the itchiness was gone. And within 4 days my face cleared up, is more plump, dryness and itchiness are completely gone. Cerave is now my new best friend. This product line is definitely a keeper for me.
a ceramide brand that works well for me with severe dermatits is eucerin, i use the advanced repair lotion, i have about 20 bottles of it on hand because it's the only thing that has worked for me
I bought the Equate giant vat of moisturizing cream that's supposed to be like CeraVe (the Equate cream has ceramides). I love it! In my case it performs just as well as CeraVe. Applied to my damp skin post shower it keeps my skin feeling supple and moisturized all night. Additionally, it spreads and absorbs beautifully. IOW, it's pleasant to apply. I reapply in the morning before applying SPF just as I did with CeraVe. So in my use case, I get equivalent performance for six dollars less. I'm quite satisfied. Thank you for turning us in to CeraVe, Cetaphil, and now their generics. Excellent content as always, Dr. Dray!
I have extremly dry skin. I started using CereVe on the advice of my dermatologist over 10 years ago. Equate is not equal to CereVe. CereVe's texture, residue and moisturizing capabilities is far superior to the Equate product.
I really love both Cera Ve and cetaphil! My first choice is Cera Ve but don’t hesitate to grab cetaphil for cleanser or moisturizer. I really like their new formula!
Team Cerave here! I love the Cerave moisturizing cream in a tube, which is hard to find. CVS usually has it tucked away though. It seems to have a slightly thicker consistency than the tub, but it may be exactly the same. Thanks for the Equate comparison! I’ve used the Equate version of Cerave PM and liked it very much. Fellow Houstonian here; out in The Woodlands these days. Stay cool, Dr. Dray! Thanks for all you do ❤️
Love comparison (dupes) videos! I enjoy products from both Cetaphil and CeraVe and love them. A while back I tried the Equate version of CeraVe's moisturizing cream and didn't like it. It seemed quite heavy and greasy on the skin. It also had a heavy fragrance...maybe they've removed it since I tried it a few years ago. CeraVe saved my skin and have repurchased it many times. :-)
I suggest trying the equate daily moisturizing lotion on your face at night. It's a gel texture and not as heavy as their cream. It layers nicely over other skin care products and it's a lot cheaper. I like the pump bottle too. My skin sensitive skin loves it and it's fragrance-free
@@pajamamama5965 I use CeraVe's cream as a body moisturizer and Vanicream's new-ish daily moisturizing lotion on my face. It's the best facial moisturizer I've used so far.
To save $$$ I often use the Equate version of Cereve on my body and prefer the name brand for my face and neck. They do have different levels of moisturizing, but I don't have any special skin condition that requires extra hydration for my body.
Always appreciate the information you give! Wanted to add that they sell the cerave cream at Costco. Last I checked it was $28 for two of the bigger tubs and one comes with the pump.
Omg, I really love both brands for different purposes, but i really adooore Cera Ve, it's the best. Also I love your videos, very informative and amazing! 💕
Thank you for always keeping tight budgets in mind. After trying all sorts of face-specific creams, I was surprised to find that nothing sits as well on my eczema-prone face as CeraVe Cream.
Thanks, Dr. Dray! I don't dare try the store brands' versions of brand name products only because my skin is erratic and can react to the most random ingredients, so I always stick to things I've tried before. The Cetaphil line of products work better for me than CeraVe's which I find not moisturizing enough for my skin.
I am a CeraVe person. I recently purchased the Cetaphil moisturizing cream and it is good, but not as good as the CeraVe cream. I will continue to purchase the CeraVe. Thank you Dr. Dray!
I always used Neutrogena eye makeup remover to take off waterproof mascara. It removes it effortlessly. I tried the Equate version and in my opinion they are the same product. $5.00 cheaper! Team Cetaphil 😊
I always go for generic since I can never tell the difference and equate is much cheaper. BUT I recently got a daily face wash and equate gave me a TON of pimples, which is crazy cause I’ve never really suffered from white head pimples in my life. I tried the cerave version and works great. So i guess it depends from person to person.
I won’t ever give up my cerave. They helped rebuild my skin barrier from the fact I destroyed it when I was a teenager. Their acne wash is amazing too it helps with my blackheads and acne.
Definitely team Cetaphil, CeraVe burns my skin and it’s a shame as the texture of their products is lovely. Cetaphil has done my skin the world of good
Definitely Team CeraVe based on your recommendations. These products helped my skin so much! I use the CeraVe Moisturizing Cream as my facial nighttime cream; sometimes I'll use the Moisturizing Lotion. I have bought the Equate version of the Moisturizing Lotion and its a good generic dupe but haven't tried the cream yet. I also use the CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser BUT I have the Equate version in my shower. The only difference I spotted is that the Equate version doesn't get foamy as quickly as CeraVe but it does the job. Overall, I prefer CeraVe but if the product was sold out, I'll go for Equate's version.
Loving my Dr. Dray…as usual!! I don’t shop at Walmart but I’m now a CeraVe girl…even though I’m 76!! Very dry skin and itchy! The anti-itch body wash and lotion helps so much! Occasionally I use the anti bump version, too. My bathroom looks like an ad for CeraVe! THANK YOU, Andrea!!!😘
I’m so happy to hear that there’s a cetaphil lotion alternative. I have been a faithful cetaphil user for years. The new lotion causes my cheeks to become flushed, bumpy and stings when applied.Great video!
Thanks Dr Dray I learned a lot from u and lately I don't use anything unless dr dray approves, here I am cetaphil girl I love the their moisturizers, I used to have cerave pm lotion but after I tried cetaphil moisturizer i fell in love and I never looked back.
I used up the old Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream and had to get a new tub. I have to say that I hate the new formulation. It leaves my skin shiny and sticky, totally opposite to the matte and silky smooth skin that the old tubs gave me. I'm gonna have to try the Equate Gentile Skin Cream. Thank you for this comparison video. It gives me hope 😊
Team Cerave here 💙💙 I have oily, sensitive skin and Cerave products seem to sink in and not feel as greasy to me as Cetaphil. Also, I tend to get hand eczema in the winter if I'm not careful (I live in northern Minnesota where winters are brutal), and using the Cerave moisturizing cream you showed here every time after washing my hands seems to ward it off well. My nails and cuticles look good too, so I've never strayed from that product since it works so incredibly well for me. I can even use a little bit on my face on occasion with no issues if it's feeling a bit dry. The cerave ointment applied to my hands under cotton gloves overnight has saved me more than once when the eczema flared, but using the cream throughout the day has prevented me from having to do that for a long time now, as well as other hand care tips of yours that I've implemented. I so appreciate your videos!
I have never tried Cetaphil . I have tried CeraVe & didn't like it because it stayed on top of my skin, sticky....my skin never absorbed it. My sister, tho, uses & loves CeraVe. Works great for her !
Thanks for this comparison and any brand vs. store comparisons you do. I am a fan of store brands when comparable and with considerable savings. Both CeraVe and Cetaphil work well for my husband and me. Stay cool, Dr. Dray. 😁❤️☀️
I am definitely team CeraVe. I used Cetaphil cleanser years ago, and ended up in the Dr's office with a bad rash. She told me the same thing happened to her. I've been afraid of that brand ever since!!!
Team Cerave! But my favorite is Eucerin. I bought the Eucerin Urea Repair creme (shipped from Germany) and the Zeroid Urea Cream (Amazon) and Eucerin was much richer. Zeroid was cheaper and more budget friendly.
My family is Cerave. Used Cetaphil before but Cerave has been a game changer. Cerave is the only cream that has helped my husband's extreme dry skin. I use their cleansing products and cream as well. Love them! LOL I have a strong sense of smell so I bet I would notice the difference in Equate and Cerave.
My skin has always been dry and even more so as I have aged. I prefer Cerave. Derm recommended Cetaphil so I tried it out for two tubs and went back to the Cerave. Love your videos.
Love these videos!!!, I learn so much…. I like both ( cerave and cetaphil) however, for some reason I always end up buying Cerave. And actually, now that I remember.. the only product I’ve tried from Equate is the healing ointment, I bought it because it’s smaller than the cerave healing ointment and I fits in my small bags in wintertime.
CeraVe I am buying more Equate products to avoid "new" formulas. I am loving the Equate dandruff shampoo, Cetaphil moisturizing lotion dupe and will try the CeraVe moisturizing dupe. CeraVe is my go to, but I will give it a try based on my experience with Equate. Love your vlogs❣️
Yep you're right! I'm peeved that cetaphil changed their formula. However, I disagree that the consistency is the same as the old formula. That's the first thing I noticed upon opening the container. Its like it came out of the fridge now. Hard. It used to be more light and creamy. Now it feels waxy... I'll try picking up the equate version and see if it's still the old formula. It's been a few months now..if not then I guess I'll have to try cerave!
Since you are a sunscreen proponent. Consumers digest rates the Equate Sport SPF 50 cream highly and it seems very affordable. I would love your opinion on this.
I just bought the Cetaphil and I was contemplating whether I should get it or the walgreens brand. That would be a nice next comparison! Maybe even compare Walgreens vs CVS dupes
Thank you for the Cetaphil dupe, Equate. I was very upset to find that Cetaphil added niacinamide to their cream. I’ve used it for 20 years and was dreading the search for something similar. I hope Equate leaves theirs the same.
TEAM DR DRAY ALL THE WAY, every day! ! ! Thank you for making the world a more beautiful place, literally and figuratively, one completion and smile at a time😊 (team Cerave too)
Love this! I don’t shop at Walmart, but I do always get the CVS brand for Cerave products- like the moisturizing cream and lotion. I used to love their brand of the PM ultralight moisturizer, but the new formulation is really different and clogged my pores! I’d love to see a comparison with CVS Beauty and Cerave~
Here in Quebec, I find the Personnelle (Jean Coutu) healing ointment an excellent dupe for Aquaphor (mostly petrolatum), As far as Cerave and Cetaphil, they both sting me and I still use them anyway, because I love their richness. I usually buy the brand name products when they are on sale, and therefore almost the same price as the dupes.
I am SO happy you have done this video! I use Cereve because of the 3 ceramides etc rather than Cetaphil. I love Eucerin Advanced Repair and use it all over including my face because of you-don’t like the other formulations. This is an amazing moisturizing and date I say anti-aging (?) product. I’ve purchased both Equate version to Cerave PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion and the real Cereve version. Like you I don’t notice a difference but I don’t trust that it’s as good long term. The Cereve is so cheap compared to most anti-aging products that I don’t mind paying $4-$5 (I’m not sure that is the price difference-seem more like $3 but maybe it varies depending on the market in one’s area). Thank you for this video !
Team CeraVe! (50-year-old with very fair skin, previous cystic acne issues conquered by Accutane, current hypothyroidism causing extreme dryness) I use most of the CeraVe line and can't praise their products enough. They have truly saved my skin! Fragrance free, clinically supported formulations that work. Thank you for making the comparison with Equate, everyone can use budget friendly dupes and it's good to know if there is a difference in quality.
I switch between cetaphil and cerave. Cleansers and moisturizers. Every body is differerent. U almost have to keep trying and find out what works for u. Thanks for the video
I tried the CVS brand for Amlactin and didn’t like it. It left too much of a white cast when trying to rub it in. I returned it. Some store brands are pretty comparable to the brand name, some aren’t. You just have to try and see. Also, Walmart prices on skincare and cosmetics are usually about $4 cheaper than drugstore prices.
I tired cvs sensitive body wash when I couldn’t find the dove brand, and the cvs wash burn my eyes. I have always use the dove sensitive wash on my face with no problems.
I still use the oldest Play cream cleanser on the market, the $5. Gentle Cleansing Cream. I've never found a generic dupe for it, and I've carried my half-empty pump bottles of it into stores so I can read and compare ingredients. And I sometimes use Dove bar soap, unscented/sensitive skin formula for a second wash. So my sensitive, rosacea moody and patchy face is tougher than I thought!
I love CeraVe because it was one of the few affordable drugstore brands back in the days to add niacinamide into their lotion (PM). I've been using PM for nearly a decade now. Also their body lotion (not the cream here) has been my go to for years. The ointment is used as a lip balm and it's the best lip balm I've used. However, recently Cetaphil has amped up their body lotion lines. I especially like the one with niacinamide.
Team CeraVe - thanks to Dr Dray’s advice! I’ve used it daily the past few years since she turned me onto it. Actually, I use 3-4 CeraVe products that I can’t be without. Thanks, Doc.
Thank you for doing this. It's really helpful to know when the brand name product is worth the price and when I can save the money. I'd love to see this type of comparison for Target brands, too.
I was using cetaphil cream for years and kept having eczema flare ups. Finally listened to my dermatologist and tried ceravé! Team ceravé forever. My eczema has never flared up like that again.
Cereve moisturizer breaks me out but the equate pump knockoff does not. Great video! I been wondering about the knockoff cetaphil. I use knockoff pump cereve and top it with cetaphil when I go to bed.
Wow! Very well explained and so helpful. Thanks for sharing your info knowledge and for always listening to your viewers requests and concerns! God bless you and your sweet mom 😘🙏🏻♥️
Cerave in the tub, PLEASE ! Some things are just worth paying extra for! I wonder if they are made in the same factory ?? Thanks Doc for another super cool vid! Have a great day, and see ya tomorrow :-)
Please do more of these with other generic brands (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Target etc)!! I love generics!
Same
Me too! I always compare the generics to the originals in the store lol
I agree!
Same please Doc 🙏💗
Definitely!! We are all desperate for ways to stretch our dollars these days!
Dr Dray. You save us money. I love that you suggest affordable products for skin care and don’t have to break the bank. You don’t need high end to get results. I’ve said this before. But you have saved me soooo much money. 😘
I agree. Luxury skincare is NOT worth it. The most important thing is finding a simple cleanser/moisturizer/spf routine that you’ll use daily, then add in actives (like retinol and vitamin C) as needed.
I've been using the Equate version of Cetaphil for the past few weeks, and am completely satisfied with it!
I've always heard store brands are just as good as name brands. Usually, I can't tell the difference with ones I've compared. Although as you stated, the cleansers definitely were different. Thanks for making the comparisons in this video. I'd be interested in seeing more like this. Enjoy the day!
I’m more of a CeraVe kinda girl! Love the hydrating facial cleanser (I keep it in my shower) and the healing ointment is always part of my skincare regimen! 👍🏼💖 The ceramides are EVERYTHING for eczema prone skin.
I have eczema too, did you find the Cetaphil didn’t give you as much moisture and relief?
@@calgcfc1 I found it pretty hydrating, and it cleared up my contact dermatitis or eczema whatever was happening. However, I’ve been hearing that it has some ingredients that are carcinogens. But have not heard that about CereVe so I would like to hear more about that.
CeraVe all day!!
you should do an anti aging routine based only on equate products!
I use Equate's version of Olay Retinol Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer as my neck retinol and love it (about $18). Also use Equate Lovely Glow, it's version of Jergen's Natural Glow self tanning lotion. Both are great. Target's UpandUp can be good for lotions, but I have been disappointed in Amazon's Solimo generic versions. Thanks Dr Dray for this type of comparison video.
Team Cetaphil now - used to love Cerave but it always stings my skin now. Thought it was just the actives I use, but my teen daughter who doesn't use any actives says it burns her skin too. Love the Cetaphil sensitive skin cleanser!
Did CeraVe always sting your skin? I've been using it for quite a while, but these past few days it's been stinging. I've been thinking it's just because I've been swimming in a pool (with chlorine) pretty much every day this past week, but I'm starting to think it's just not working for me anymore. Any help would be appreciated :)
I’ve had this before, maybe it’s your skin barrier being damaged :)
@@regangray7423 try cutting the swimming out for a while continuing to use the product and see if that makes any difference
Cetaphil is better for sensitive skin
Team CeraVe as a proud sister of a young derm, she approves everything I use 😉 And if the brand name works for me, I respect the whole formulation and technology, I don't even go for the copying version to save $2-5, I can save it by eating less junk food.
Cetaphil girl here! Cerave burns my face so bad. I’m not sure what’s in it that makes it burn but I’ve tried it many times cause I want to love it but it just keeps burning. The new cetaphil products are my favorite. No burning or stinging and their moisturizing cream is legit so pillowy and soft and buttery I just absolutely love it! Plus the prices of cetaphil are cheaper.
Yeah, many note the burning with CeraVe
I think it reallly is the acidity of the products! More so than the niacinamide
@A C I get that way with so many products because of my rosacea. Cetaphil is a brand that doesn’t bother my rosacea with most of their products. Cerave I put it on and my skin gets hot and my cheeks burn. Cetaphil feels more soothing to me. I hope it works good for you like it does for me!
I'm the opposite ,Cetaphil burns my skin CeraVe doesn't.
I’ve never tried cerave but I do love cetaphil and decided to go for it instead simply because it says it’s hypoallergenic and cerave doesn’t say it. Usually creams that don’t say it’s hypoallergenic will cause me some kind of burn/allergy/redness, not sure if it’s because I have dermatitis? So I didn’t even give it a try… plus, cetaphil feels so good on the skin. And I never even
realised there was a difference in price!
I am both Team Cetaphil and Team Cerave, depending on which product.
After using up the products, my preferences:
for Moisturizing Cream or lotion--- definitely CeraVe.
for Gentle Cleanser -- love Cetaphil.
for Daily Moisturizer & SPF -- Cetaphil wins.
for SA cleanser -- CeraVe.
This! Thanks for typing it out lol💚
Neither bad ingredients in both 😂
Thanks for this information!😊
Which Cetaphil moisturizer is good for close comedones sensitive acne prone skin?? I'm tretinion journey and my skin is extremely dry dehydrated
TBH I usually go with Equate whenever it's the option. If anything, there is a texture difference. My equate aveeno excema cream dupe was slightly more runny, but performed just as well. I've been mostly a cerave kinda guy lol. Some of Cetaphils new products are enticing though.
Love Cetaphil a ton more with everything but their “gentle cleanser/foaming cleansers”. All leave-on products are fantastic though!
@@prestonlepori567 wait... what's up with their cleanser?
I got enticed by “new” and regret all Cetaphil purchases. Don’t bother it will be a chore to finish. Although I didn’t finish the Cetaphil I gave it to someone else.
@@PixelEmpirical I find them drying and unenjoyable. Much better cleansers on the market for similar prices!
Did u use the new formula? they e changed it I haven’t tried any but seen ppl don’t like that one
I've found that some generic products are just as good and damn near identical to the name brand equivalent, while others aren't. Equate can be hit or miss. Up&Up from Target and the Walgreens generics are usually the best in my experience.
@@rm5146 ooh! That's a great idea! Id love a video comparing multiple different generic versions of the same product. I think it would be super interesting and very helpful, especially for those of us on a tight budget!
I find the Up&Up at Target to be excellent, too!
@@womanofacertainage5892 yeah, I've definitely had the most consistent generics from Target I think. On a side note, I actually prefer some generic products to their the name brand equivalent! Like, I've found that most generic versions of the Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion are based off of the ORIGINAL formula with Macadamia Nut oil, which I prefer to the reformulations that swap it out for Avocado oil. I can't really think of any others off the top of my head right now, but I know there's been others that I've felt the same way about.
The equate face washes are good. Mostly the one in the square white bottle there's no fragrance and it's so bubbly and nice.
I use the Equate version of the CeraVe moisturizing face wash and I love it - I keep the big pump bottles because me and my 3 kids (also eczema people) all use it and it GOES.
Thank you so much for doing this! Equate Beauty as such a good money-saving option. I have been using the equate daily moisturizing lotion in the pump bottle for my nighttime moisturizer for years. It is so soothing and healing and works well for my sensitive oily acne-prone dehydrated face. I also use the equate CeraVe dupe facial cleanser as a second cleanse at night and it is super hydrating but removes the last traces of makeup. I recently discovered the dupe for the Jergens sunless tanning lotion and have been loving it so much. It saves a couple dollars and doubles as a moisturizer for my legs and arms too.
I'm in my 50s and started to have itchy, patchy skin, as well as breaking out around the nose. My health insurance doesn't cover the fees for a specialist or dermatologist, so I did alot of research on my own and came across your videos as well as videos of other dermatologists, and you all raved about Cetaphil and Cerave.
I decided to try Cetaphil first because it was on sale at my local Target. However, it just made my skin more itchy and worse than it was. I switched to Cerave foaming facial cleanser, moisturizing cream, and also using their healing ointment. Oh my gosh, the first day the itchiness was gone. And within 4 days my face cleared up, is more plump, dryness and itchiness are completely gone. Cerave is now my new best friend. This product line is definitely a keeper for me.
That’s good news ! That you got relief
I love Cerave over Cetaphil. I have oily skin and am on tretinoin as well. I would try Equate with no hesitation. Thanks!
a ceramide brand that works well for me with severe dermatits is eucerin, i use the advanced repair lotion, i have about 20 bottles of it on hand because it's the only thing that has worked for me
Me too! I love that product and have used it religiously since I watched Dr Dray’s videos mentioning this lotion and cream.
Yes!!! Completely obsessed
I just have to say Dr Dray - that was a flawless product comparison review! Informative, precise, demonstrative, authentic. Mad props to you 🤓
I bought the Equate giant vat of moisturizing cream that's supposed to be like CeraVe (the Equate cream has ceramides). I love it! In my case it performs just as well as CeraVe. Applied to my damp skin post shower it keeps my skin feeling supple and moisturized all night. Additionally, it spreads and absorbs beautifully. IOW, it's pleasant to apply. I reapply in the morning before applying SPF just as I did with CeraVe. So in my use case, I get equivalent performance for six dollars less. I'm quite satisfied. Thank you for turning us in to CeraVe, Cetaphil, and now their generics. Excellent content as always, Dr. Dray!
I have extremly dry skin. I started using CereVe on the advice of my dermatologist over 10 years ago.
Equate is not equal to CereVe. CereVe's texture, residue and moisturizing capabilities is far superior to the Equate product.
Agree the cream in the tub is watery.
Appreciate.
I really love both Cera Ve and cetaphil! My first choice is Cera Ve but don’t hesitate to grab cetaphil for cleanser or moisturizer. I really like their new formula!
Team Cerave here! I love the Cerave moisturizing cream in a tube, which is hard to find. CVS usually has it tucked away though. It seems to have a slightly thicker consistency than the tub, but it may be exactly the same.
Thanks for the Equate comparison! I’ve used the Equate version of Cerave PM and liked it very much.
Fellow Houstonian here; out in The Woodlands these days. Stay cool, Dr. Dray! Thanks for all you do ❤️
Love comparison (dupes) videos! I enjoy products from both Cetaphil and CeraVe and love them. A while back I tried the Equate version of CeraVe's moisturizing cream and didn't like it. It seemed quite heavy and greasy on the skin. It also had a heavy fragrance...maybe they've removed it since I tried it a few years ago. CeraVe saved my skin and have repurchased it many times. :-)
I suggest trying the equate daily moisturizing lotion on your face at night. It's a gel texture and not as heavy as their cream. It layers nicely over other skin care products and it's a lot cheaper. I like the pump bottle too. My skin sensitive skin loves it and it's fragrance-free
@@pajamamama5965 I use CeraVe's cream as a body moisturizer and Vanicream's new-ish daily moisturizing lotion on my face. It's the best facial moisturizer I've used so far.
Thank you Dr Dray, this is just what I needed to know when budgeting,💖
To save $$$ I often use the Equate version of Cereve on my body and prefer the name brand for my face and neck. They do have different levels of moisturizing, but I don't have any special skin condition that requires extra hydration for my body.
Always appreciate the information you give! Wanted to add that they sell the cerave cream at Costco. Last I checked it was $28 for two of the bigger tubs and one comes with the pump.
Team cerave all the way! Please do more videos like these. It was very helpful for future purchases.
Thank you so much for doing these kinds of videos comparing products at different price points!
Omg, I really love both brands for different purposes, but i really adooore Cera Ve, it's the best. Also I love your videos, very informative and amazing! 💕
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Thank you for always keeping tight budgets in mind. After trying all sorts of face-specific creams, I was surprised to find that nothing sits as well on my eczema-prone face as CeraVe Cream.
Thanks, Dr. Dray! I don't dare try the store brands' versions of brand name products only because my skin is erratic and can react to the most random ingredients, so I always stick to things I've tried before. The Cetaphil line of products work better for me than CeraVe's which I find not moisturizing enough for my skin.
Yup, me too
I am a CeraVe person. I recently purchased the Cetaphil moisturizing cream and it is good, but not as good as the CeraVe cream. I will continue to purchase the CeraVe. Thank you Dr. Dray!
I always used Neutrogena eye makeup remover to take off waterproof mascara. It removes it effortlessly. I tried the Equate version and in my opinion they are the same product. $5.00 cheaper!
Team Cetaphil 😊
I always go for generic since I can never tell the difference and equate is much cheaper. BUT I recently got a daily face wash and equate gave me a TON of pimples, which is crazy cause I’ve never really suffered from white head pimples in my life. I tried the cerave version and works great. So i guess it depends from person to person.
WOW the same thing happened to me
I bough equate thinking it was cetaphill and it burns my skin
I won’t ever give up my cerave. They helped rebuild my skin barrier from the fact I destroyed it when I was a teenager. Their acne wash is amazing too it helps with my blackheads and acne.
Definitely team Cetaphil, CeraVe burns my skin and it’s a shame as the texture of their products is lovely. Cetaphil has done my skin the world of good
Definitely Team CeraVe based on your recommendations. These products helped my skin so much! I use the CeraVe Moisturizing Cream as my facial nighttime cream; sometimes I'll use the Moisturizing Lotion. I have bought the Equate version of the Moisturizing Lotion and its a good generic dupe but haven't tried the cream yet. I also use the CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser BUT I have the Equate version in my shower. The only difference I spotted is that the Equate version doesn't get foamy as quickly as CeraVe but it does the job. Overall, I prefer CeraVe but if the product was sold out, I'll go for Equate's version.
Loving my Dr. Dray…as usual!! I don’t shop at Walmart but I’m now a CeraVe girl…even though I’m 76!! Very dry skin and itchy! The anti-itch body wash and lotion helps so much! Occasionally I use the anti bump version, too. My bathroom looks like an ad for CeraVe! THANK YOU, Andrea!!!😘
I’m so happy to hear that there’s a cetaphil lotion alternative. I have been a faithful cetaphil user for years. The new lotion causes my cheeks to become flushed, bumpy and stings when applied.Great video!
Thanks Dr Dray I learned a lot from u and lately I don't use anything unless dr dray approves, here I am cetaphil girl I love the their moisturizers, I used to have cerave pm lotion but after I tried cetaphil moisturizer i fell in love and I never looked back.
I used up the old Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream and had to get a new tub. I have to say that I hate the new formulation. It leaves my skin shiny and sticky, totally opposite to the matte and silky smooth skin that the old tubs gave me. I'm gonna have to try the Equate Gentile Skin Cream. Thank you for this comparison video. It gives me hope 😊
I'm enjoying the Target version of the CeraVe moisturizing cream. I've been pleased.
This the doggone most helpful channel ever...thank you!
Cerave! The moisturizing cream keeps my eczema under control. I love it.
Team Cerave here 💙💙 I have oily, sensitive skin and Cerave products seem to sink in and not feel as greasy to me as Cetaphil. Also, I tend to get hand eczema in the winter if I'm not careful (I live in northern Minnesota where winters are brutal), and using the Cerave moisturizing cream you showed here every time after washing my hands seems to ward it off well. My nails and cuticles look good too, so I've never strayed from that product since it works so incredibly well for me. I can even use a little bit on my face on occasion with no issues if it's feeling a bit dry. The cerave ointment applied to my hands under cotton gloves overnight has saved me more than once when the eczema flared, but using the cream throughout the day has prevented me from having to do that for a long time now, as well as other hand care tips of yours that I've implemented.
I so appreciate your videos!
I have never tried Cetaphil . I have tried CeraVe & didn't like it because it stayed on top of my skin, sticky....my skin never absorbed it.
My sister, tho, uses & loves CeraVe. Works great for her !
From Canada & i really appreciate all your videos. I've learned SO MUCH from you & hope to see more of your reviews. Be well !
Please do a target comparison video!
Thanks for this comparison and any brand vs. store comparisons you do. I am a fan of store brands when comparable and with considerable savings. Both CeraVe and Cetaphil work well for my husband and me. Stay cool, Dr. Dray. 😁❤️☀️
Can you do a whole video of the best equate skincare?
Luv the series “which is better”. Appreciate you so much Dr. D! 🙏🥰👍🏻
I am definitely team CeraVe. I used Cetaphil cleanser years ago, and ended up in the Dr's office with a bad rash. She told me the same thing happened to her. I've been afraid of that brand ever since!!!
Do you know what ingredient/s caused it?
@@mikee8734Sorry, Mike, but I don't. This happened over 20 years ago. I think the formula has changes since then. Maybe it's better now?
@@mikee8734 Sorry, Mike, I don't. This happened over 20 years ago. I believe the formula has changed over the years. It may not be the same now.
Team Cerave! But my favorite is Eucerin. I bought the Eucerin Urea Repair creme (shipped from Germany) and the Zeroid Urea Cream (Amazon) and Eucerin was much richer. Zeroid was cheaper and more budget friendly.
I was wondering how these 2 products compared to eachother, thanks for sharing
Dr Dray rocks!
So helpful to hear this -- especially happy you included smell characteristics. That is very important for me to be able to use products.
I use CeraVe typically and love it.
Cerave! This healed my damaged skin barrier & dermatitis completely within 1 month. Love it
My family is Cerave. Used Cetaphil before but Cerave has been a game changer. Cerave is the only cream that has helped my husband's extreme dry skin. I use their cleansing products and cream as well. Love them! LOL I have a strong sense of smell so I bet I would notice the difference in Equate and Cerave.
My skin has always been dry and even more so as I have aged. I prefer Cerave. Derm recommended Cetaphil so I tried it out for two tubs and went back to the Cerave. Love your videos.
You have no idea how long I’ve been waiting for this comparison video (specifically cetaphil). Been using the equate version and love it!
Love these videos!!!, I learn so much…. I like both ( cerave and cetaphil) however, for some reason I always end up buying Cerave. And actually, now that I remember.. the only product I’ve tried from Equate is the healing ointment, I bought it because it’s smaller than the cerave healing ointment and I fits in my small bags in wintertime.
Thanks for watching
@@DrDrayzday Cerave here. Access to the others limited, but I also like C, so not complaining.
I’ve never seen the equate dupe of the healing ointment
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Mmm lol
I have used & liked both cetaphil and cerave but in the end, I prefer cerave. It just feels more luxurious & makes me feel like I am pampering myself.
CeraVe
I am buying more Equate products to avoid "new" formulas. I am loving the Equate dandruff shampoo, Cetaphil moisturizing lotion dupe and will try the CeraVe moisturizing dupe. CeraVe is my go to, but I will give it a try based on my experience with Equate. Love your vlogs❣️
Yep you're right! I'm peeved that cetaphil changed their formula. However, I disagree that the consistency is the same as the old formula. That's the first thing I noticed upon opening the container. Its like it came out of the fridge now. Hard. It used to be more light and creamy. Now it feels waxy... I'll try picking up the equate version and see if it's still the old formula. It's been a few months now..if not then I guess I'll have to try cerave!
YESSS!!! Just finished my old cetaphil and the new one I bought made my skin burn and turn red. Too bad I threw away the receipt before trying it
@@Kim-vn9ueSo is the new fomula not worth the try?
Since you are a sunscreen proponent. Consumers digest rates the Equate Sport SPF 50 cream highly and it seems very affordable. I would love your opinion on this.
I just bought the Cetaphil and I was contemplating whether I should get it or the walgreens brand. That would be a nice next comparison! Maybe even compare Walgreens vs CVS dupes
Has you used it?
@lauriannajones Cetaphil has a thicker consistency than the walgreens brand but it wasn't bad. I'd buy the dupe again
Thank you for the Cetaphil dupe, Equate. I was very upset to find that Cetaphil added niacinamide to their cream. I’ve used it for 20 years and was dreading the search for something similar. I hope Equate leaves theirs the same.
This is great! I do a lot of my shopping at Walmart and would love to have more comparisons to equate projects.
TEAM DR DRAY ALL THE WAY, every day! ! ! Thank you for making the world a more beautiful place, literally and figuratively, one completion and smile at a time😊 (team Cerave too)
i’ve been waiting for this type of video ! thank you Dr Dray !
Love this! I don’t shop at Walmart, but I do always get the CVS brand for Cerave products- like the moisturizing cream and lotion. I used to love their brand of the PM ultralight moisturizer, but the new formulation is really different and clogged my pores! I’d love to see a comparison with CVS Beauty and Cerave~
Target's store brand Up & Up has a dupe for the PM moisturizer too at $9.59. :)
I like the target version of the CeraVe PM. I haven’t found any difference between the two
@@helpfulnatural i need to try that one again! it’s been a minute. thanos
Here in Quebec, I find the Personnelle (Jean Coutu) healing ointment an excellent dupe for Aquaphor (mostly petrolatum), As far as Cerave and Cetaphil, they both sting me and I still use them anyway, because I love their richness. I usually buy the brand name products when they are on sale, and therefore almost the same price as the dupes.
I am SO happy you have done this video! I use Cereve because of the 3 ceramides etc rather than Cetaphil. I love Eucerin Advanced Repair and use it all over including my face because of you-don’t like the other formulations. This is an amazing moisturizing and date I say anti-aging (?) product. I’ve purchased both Equate version to Cerave PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion and the real Cereve version. Like you I don’t notice a difference but I don’t trust that it’s as good long term. The Cereve is so cheap compared to most anti-aging products that I don’t mind paying $4-$5 (I’m not sure that is the price difference-seem more like $3 but maybe it varies depending on the market in one’s area). Thank you for this video !
I’m using Cerave now. Love the comparison.❤
I'm team Cetaphil face cleanser! Thanks for doing this video, I've been buying generics and I wonder if I'm getting an actual dupe or not.
I’m loving this series dr dray! Please keep it up!
Team CeraVe! (50-year-old with very fair skin, previous cystic acne issues conquered by Accutane, current hypothyroidism causing extreme dryness) I use most of the CeraVe line and can't praise their products enough. They have truly saved my skin! Fragrance free, clinically supported formulations that work. Thank you for making the comparison with Equate, everyone can use budget friendly dupes and it's good to know if there is a difference in quality.
I switch between cetaphil and cerave. Cleansers and moisturizers. Every body is differerent. U almost have to keep trying and find out what works for u. Thanks for the video
I tried the CVS brand for Amlactin and didn’t like it. It left too much of a white cast when trying to rub it in. I returned it. Some store brands are pretty comparable to the brand name, some aren’t. You just have to try and see.
Also, Walmart prices on skincare and cosmetics are usually about $4 cheaper than drugstore prices.
I’ve found to be sure to check the seller theres elta md sunscreen on there way cheaper n seller is in china
I tired cvs sensitive body wash when I couldn’t find the dove brand, and the cvs wash burn my eyes. I have always use the dove sensitive wash on my face with no problems.
I still use the oldest Play cream cleanser on the market, the $5. Gentle Cleansing Cream. I've never found a generic dupe for it, and I've carried my half-empty pump bottles of it into stores so I can read and compare ingredients. And I sometimes use Dove bar soap, unscented/sensitive skin formula for a second wash. So my sensitive, rosacea moody and patchy face is tougher than I thought!
I love CeraVe because it was one of the few affordable drugstore brands back in the days to add niacinamide into their lotion (PM). I've been using PM for nearly a decade now. Also their body lotion (not the cream here) has been my go to for years. The ointment is used as a lip balm and it's the best lip balm I've used. However, recently Cetaphil has amped up their body lotion lines. I especially like the one with niacinamide.
Team CeraVe - thanks to Dr Dray’s advice! I’ve used it daily the past few years since she turned me onto it. Actually, I use 3-4 CeraVe products that I can’t be without. Thanks, Doc.
I bought all the Aquation from Kroger because of you. Great value , the retinol cream,the collagen and the hydro acid.
Thank you so much for doing comparison videos! I have only used Equate products since saving money is ALWAYS a concern for me.
Thank you for doing this. It's really helpful to know when the brand name product is worth the price and when I can save the money.
I'd love to see this type of comparison for Target brands, too.
CereVe works perfectly for me. I use all their products. Their psoriasis facial cleanser is so good.
Cerave cream burned my Eczema patches but Equate didn’t for some reason. Thanks Dr. Dray!
I was using cetaphil cream for years and kept having eczema flare ups. Finally listened to my dermatologist and tried ceravé! Team ceravé forever. My eczema has never flared up like that again.
Love your videos. Look forward to them and your content. Hope you’re having a good week. 🥰
This analysis was extremely beautiful. Thank you so much!
Since you asked, I’m Team CeraVe! Dermatologists have recommended both Cetaphil and CeraVe products to me and I’ve stuck with CeraVe over the years!
I’m down for the store brands for a lot of things however I tried the Equate tub and I could totally tell the difference from my Cerave tub.
I use it to take off my sunscreen and makeup, so I don’t care about the difference. 👍
CeraVe FOR SURE. I love your videos. I take notes - you're that good!
I hope you will do one on Equate SPF for the body. The price point is pretty impressive on their sunscreens.
Thank You❤️❤️❤️ Will you be doing more of these comparisons?
Cereve moisturizer breaks me out but the equate pump knockoff does not. Great video! I been wondering about the knockoff cetaphil. I use knockoff pump cereve and top it with cetaphil when I go to bed.
Wow! Very well explained and so helpful. Thanks for sharing your info knowledge and for always listening to your viewers requests and concerns! God bless you and your sweet mom 😘🙏🏻♥️
Great video Dr Dray 👍, I love to hear how the name brand products compare to the generic brand.
I love Cetaphil. Use everyday for my face and body. Best moisturizing cream ever.
Thanks for this video, and the recent others regarding dupes. Very helpful for us budget-minded followers!
Cerave in the tub, PLEASE ! Some things are just worth paying extra for! I wonder if they are made in the same factory ?? Thanks Doc for another super cool vid! Have a great day, and see ya tomorrow :-)