Schmid M-H & Korting HC. The concept of the acid mantle of the skin: its relevance for the choice of skin cleansers. Dermatology. 1995; 191:276-280.

Moisturisers can be used for everyday skin (healthy skin) maintenance or for the management of dry, flaky, itchy and inflamed skin, [2-6,12,13] and underlying dry skin conditions such as eczema, [13,14] xerosis, [13,15] psoriasis[13,16,17] and itch (pruritus). [13,18] While there are still a lot of people wanting to choose between them, there is hardly a good source of information for this. Therefore, I’ve decided to come in and offer a comprehensive review and comparison of both brands. Because the Cetaphil is oil free, it will work with most skin types and, although it is targeted at dry skin, it can work for combination skin too as it’s oil-free. You can use this cream for sensitive skin but can also do well with other skin conditions like psoriasis, dermatitis, xerosis, sun-damaged skin, and ichthyosis. It’s also great for moisturizing itchy skin. Fortunately, it doesn’t contain chemicals like parabens, lanolins, etc. It’s free from all those things that can cause irritation for sensitive skin.We aim to provide you with the knowledge and support you need to make confident decisions about your This non-greasy, soap-free and preservative-free cleanser is easily absorbed by the skin. QV Bath Oil disperses evenly throughout bath water. QV Bath Oil is dermatologically tested and free from common irritants, making it ideal for very dry, sensitive or itchy skin.[1]

A soap-free alternative cleanser for the treatment of dry, scaly skin and relief of symptoms of atopic or infantile eczema and psoriasis. The pH balanced formula gently cleanses while hydrating sensitive skin to help ensure skin is left feeling clean and soft, not tight and dry. With added glycerin for increased skin hydration. They’re different in that QV foams up well and Cetaphil doesn’t. Cetaphil is also suitable for people with very sensitive skin while QV is great for dry skin. For people who have combination skin, this might mean that the cream leaves a little oily residue if it’s not used sparingly. However, it’s an excellent option for preventing dry skin. Qv Cream is an intensive moisturizing solution to combat and alleviate dry skin. Due to its gentle formulation, it is suitable for all types of skin, offering relief and hydration, this cream is a good choice for people with skin problems. But, Cetaphil has been noted as the better option for sensitive skin. This is because it’s oil-free and perfume-free so has a purer and more natural ingredient list. While it comes with a lot of advantages and benefits, there might be side effects to using it. One user complained that they experience breakouts when using this product. Others even prefer the Cetaphil Daily Moisturizer to this.Cetaphil offers the Gentle Foaming Cleanser. It’s recommended for daily use, both morning and night and should be rubbed into wet skin and rinsed with warm water. The cleanser foams up to really reach into your pores and provide a deep clean. As it’s completely oil-free, it may take a little longer to hydrate the skin, even through everyday use, though it will make the skin soft and supple, without feeling heavy or greasy. The QV Skincare range[1] includes two cleansers: (1) QV Gentle Wash[1] and (2) QV Bath Oil[1] (Table 1). It is completely oil free and doesn’t leave any greasy residue after use. It’ll leave you feeling light and moisturized with a mattified appearance. Qv Vs Cetaphil for Sensitive Skin

Baranda L, Gonzalez-Amaro R, Torres-Alvarez B et al. Correlation between pH and irritant effect of cleansers marketed for dry skin. In J Dermatol. 2002; 41:494-499. They make products that can be used for everyday skincare. It’s a family-owned/managed business that has spread its tentacles to 20 countries with more than 50 products to choose from. QV Skincare is a complete emollient therapy range consisting of two cleansers ( QV Gentle Wash and QV Bath Oil) and three moisturisers ( QV Cream, QV Skin Lotion and QV Intensive Ointment) (Table 1). The two cleansers can simply be used to cleanse the skin while helping to leave it hydrated and intact at the same time. The three moisturisers contain ‘triple moisturising’ technology, and are designed to aid in the management of both healthy skin and dry skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. When used appropriately and regularly, QV cleansers and moisturisers can effectively reduce water loss from the outermost layer of skin (the stratum corneum) and maintain the skin’s protective/barrier function, resulting in soft and supple skin.[1] It’s soft and gentle, and deep cleans the pores to reduce flakiness and red sores. Qv Vs Cetaphil for Acne Ananthapadmanabhan KP, Moore DJ, Subramanyan K et al. Cleansing without compromise: the impact of cleansers on the skin barrier and the technology of mild cleansing. Dermatol Ther. 2004; 17:16-25.

There are different creams for overall hydration, day cream to wear under makeup, and night cream to repair the skin after a long day. The Cetaphil Moisturizer is non-comedogenic, which doesn’t cause breakouts or cause similar complications. The formula is free from color, propylene glycol and it’s pH balanced. It’s also infused with plant-based squalene, which makes it suitable for all skin types. It’s approved by the USDA as a safe ingredient for skins. While Cetaphil focuses on specialized products for face, body and eye creams, Qv operate on a ‘one size fits all’ basis, promoting a single product for full body use. Augustin M, Wilsmann-Theis D, Körber A, Kerscher M, Itschert G, Dippel M, Staubach P. Diagnosis and treatment of xerosis cutis - a position paper. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2019; 17 (Suppl 7):3-33.