CVS Advanced Healing Ointment Review

I discovered after trying quite a few diaper rash ointments and creams that I liked how well Aquaphor worked but did not like the high price. When I saw CVS Advanced Healing Ointment that said to "compare to Active Ingredient of Aquaphor," I decided to give it a try.

What I like about CVS Advanced Healing Ointment:

• heals dry, moist, cracked, red, and painful skin
• starts working pretty quickly
• lower price than Aquaphor
• comes in large 14 ounce jar--I keep a jar near the diaper changing table at home and it lasts for a LONG time, depending on how much you need to use it
• clear--does not tend to stain clothing and does not show if putting on areas that might be seen by others
• very thick--can produce a barrier to keep moisture out
• can be used for diaper rash and for lots of other irritated skin areas
• package claims satisfaction guaranteed or your money back

What I don't like about CVS Advanced Healing Ointment:

• still expensive to me
• does not repair skin on contact
• large jar is not handy for travel
• cannot heal all rashes (ineffective on yeast and other infections)
• many of my children's rashes were/are due to food sensitivities and GERD (reflux), so this can help but avoiding those foods/drinks helps prevent the rash

Safety Consideration:

• not recommended for third degree burns or deep punctures or deep lacerations
• for external use only

My Viewpoint:

I found CVS Advanced Healing Ointment to be very effective in healing diaper rash. It seems to soothe, help decrease redness, and provides a barrier to moisture, is clear and does not stain clothing, and is very similar to Aquaphor but at a lower price. I tend to use Dr. Smith's a lot for diaper rash, but I continue to use CVS Advanced Healing Ointment at times.