Gentle Skincare, Cruelty-Free: Vegan Dupes for CeraVe, Cetaphil, and More
If you’re after gentle, fragrance-free skincare that won’t upset sensitive skin, you’re in the right spot. From calming creams to lightweight daily lotions, these vegan and cruelty-free dupes are proof that you can ditch CeraVe—and upgrade to something better for your skin and for animals.
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Eucerin, and Aquaphor—Are They Cruelty-Free?
Some common drugstore skincare brands—like CeraVe, Cetaphil, Aquaphor, and Eucerin—may not be cruelty-free. These companies haven’t signed PETA’s statement of assurance to join the gold standard for cruelty-free certifications and be listed in our database. So what are they hiding?
Here are PETA-approved vegan and cruelty-free dupes for CeraVe, Cetaphil, and others.
Vegan CeraVe Dupes
Instead of the CeraVe Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser—Try The Ordinary Squalene Cleanser
It starts as a balm and melts into an oil, dissolving makeup while offering a minimalist, no-frills formula that’s great for all skin types.
Instead of the CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser—Try the Bliss One & Done Daily Soothing Cream Cleanser with Ceramides
This gentle, fragrance-free cleanser is designed to do it all, from removing makeup to protecting the skin barrier. Enriched with ceramides, antioxidants, and vegan hydrators, it effectively lifts away excess oil, impurities, and dirt without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
Instead of the CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion—Try the Honest Beauty Sensitive Skin Daily Calm Moisturizer
This fast-absorbing, lightweight moisturizer is specifically designed for those with sensitive skin, offering gentle hydrating without irritation.
Vegan Cetaphil Dupes
Instead of the Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion—Try the Mad Hippie Ultra-Rich Barrier Cream
This thick, rich cream is a deeply hydrating, multipurpose moisturizer designed to soothe and protect even the driest skin. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and other skin-nourishing ingredients, it helps restore the skin’s natural barrier while locking in moisture.
Instead of the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser—Try the Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Extra Gentle Facewash
This ultra-gentle, fragrance-free, sulfate-free, dermatologist-approved cleanser is formulated for sensitive skin and features vegan ceramides to support the skin barrier.
Vegan Eucerin Dupes
Instead of the Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream—Try the First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration
This award-winning cream has been lauded by skincare connoisseurs as a hydration holy grail. It’s designed to provide immediate and long-term relief for dry, distressed, or eczema-prone skin and is recognized by the National Eczema Association for its healing, effective formula.
Instead of the Eucerin Eczema Relief Cream—Try the Acure Everyday Eczema Lotion
This super-soothing lotion features colloidal oatmeal as the active ingredient, designed to alleviate itching and irritation associated with eczema. It also contains natural ingredients like shea butter and safflower oil to hydrate and calm the skin.
Vegan Aquaphor and Vaseline Dupes
Instead of the Aquaphor Healing Ointment—Use the ATTITUDE Moisturizing Ointment
Consider this your go-to staple for just about everything—dry skin spots, chapped lips, rough patches, and more. It also forms a waterproof, protective barrier to lock in moisture and can double as the final step in your nighttime skincare routine. Plus, it’s safe for babies!
Instead of the Vaseline Healing Jelly—Use the Pipette Baby Balm
This gentle multipurpose balm has the consistency of petroleum jelly-based products, but instead, it’s formulated with squalene and berry wax. It’s a versatile essential for dry patches, chapped lips, and rough skin—gentle enough for babies, but perfect for anyone.
Check Out More Vegan Sensitive Skin Products!
Check out some of PETA’s recommendations for vegan sensitive-skin products, including cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and retinoids.
Why Choosing Cruelty-Free Is the Ultimate Skincare Essential
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