Cold Cream

Name: Uriage Cold Cream
Brand: Uriage

moisturiser

Overall score6.3

Uriage Cold Cream scores 6.3/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#5Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Wax

#6Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#9Dimethicone

Silicone that smooths and protects

Score breakdown

Overall

6.3

Hydration Efficacy4.0

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 Uriage Cold Cream stand out

Uriage Cold Cream is a decent moisturiser with an overall score of 6.3/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cetyl Palmitate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and 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

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
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Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #9 in the INCI list
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Cetyl Palmitate
Softens and smooths — #10 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

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

#2Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil)#3Aqua #5Cera Alba (Beeswax)#6Glycerin #8Sorbitan Isostearate #9Dimethicone #10Cetyl Palmitate #11Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax)#12Magnesium Sulfate #13Magnesium Stearate #14Phenoxyethanol #15Paraffin #16Diazolidinyl Urea

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient6
Locks moisture in2
Softens and smooths2
Keeps the product fresh2
Draws in moisture1

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