Cold cream

Name: Avene Cold cream
Brand: Avene

moisturiser

Overall score6.9

Avene Cold cream scores 6.9/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#3Mineral Oil

Petroleum-derived emollient

#4Paraffinum Liquidum

Mineral oil (INCI name)

Score breakdown

Overall

6.9

Hydration Efficacy6.6

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Avene Cold cream stand out

Avene Cold cream is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 6.9/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (6.6) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
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Mineral Oil
Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list
✶
Paraffinum Liquidum
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
✶
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
✶
Bisabolol
Works on your skin — #14 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

17 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua)#2Glycerin #3Mineral Oil #4Paraffinum Liquidum #5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #7Alcohol #11Peg-100 Stearate #12Beeswax (Cera Alba)#13Benzoic Acid #14Bisabolol #15Caprylyl Glycol #17Glucoside #18Cetyl Alcohol #19Fragrance (Parfum)#20Hydroxypropyl Guar #21Sodium Hydroxide #22Water (Aqua)

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient4
Softens and smooths4
Holds the formula together2
Formula balancers2
Draws in moisture1
Locks moisture in1
Works on your skin1
Keeps the product fresh1
Added scent1

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