Avene Eau Thermale · Moisturizer

Is Avene Eau Thermale Crème Hydratante Avène Pédiatril Sterile Cosmetics Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe?

Q: Which ingredients were flagged in Crème Hydratante Avène Pédiatril Sterile Cosmetics for Fungal Acne (Malassezia)?

The following ingredients were flagged: Cetearyl Alcohol (MODERATE concern: Fatty alcohol blend; not a direct lipid nutrient for yeasts, but placed on watchlist due to potential occlusive co-factor effects in severe folliculitis.).

Review the flags Standard: Fungal Acne (Malassezia)

Pass with caution (watchlist items present)

1 of 12 flagged (0 high-risk, 1 watchlist) — Score 8.5/10

Cosmetiqly Score 8.5/10

Flagged ingredients & clinical citations (1)

The following ingredients in this formulation conflict with Fungal Acne (Malassezia) standards:

Cetearyl Alcohol MODERATE Concern

Fatty alcohol blend; not a direct lipid nutrient for yeasts, but placed on watchlist due to potential occlusive co-factor effects in severe folliculitis.

Citation: Rubenstein RM, Malerich SA. Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014;7(3):37-41.

Complete INCI formulation (12 ingredients)

Deduplicated

#	Ingredient	Status for Fungal Acne (Malassezia)
1	Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua)	Pass
2	Glycerin	Pass
3	Mineral Oil (Paraffinium Liquidum)	Pass
4	Cetearyl Alcohol	Flagged (MODERATE)
5	Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil	Pass
6	Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride	Pass
7	Cetearyl Glucoside	Pass
8	Carbomer	Pass
9	Glycine	Pass
10	Sodium Hydroxide	Pass
11	Tocopherol	Pass
12	Water	Pass

Evaluated alternative Moisturizer options (10/10 Score)

The following formulations in this category have been individually evaluated and contain zero Fungal Acne (Malassezia) flags:

Bioderma Sébium sensitive Score: 10/10 · 0 Flags Bioderma ABCDerm crème raffermissante Score: 10/10 · 0 Flags Avene Cold Cream - Crème mains concentrée Score: 10/10 · 0 Flags

Other safety checks for Crème Hydratante Avène Pédiatril Sterile Cosmetics

Pregnancy & Lactation 10.0/10 Non-Comedogenic 8.5/10 Silicone-Free 10.0/10 Fragrance-Free 10.0/10 Paraben-Free 10.0/10 Alcohol-Free 10.0/10 Vegan & Cruelty-Free 10.0/10 Rosacea & Eczema-Safe 10.0/10 Malassezia Yeast Free 10.0/10 Nut-Allergy Safe 10.0/10

Data Provenance & Reviewer Information

Data Source: Open Beauty Facts · Barcode: 3282770074307 (Verify on Source)
Last Data Verification: 2026-11-13
Editorial Supervisor: Cosmetiqly Research Team, Editorial Team
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Important Disclaimer: This review is an automated toxicological and dermatological screening for educational purposes. It is not medical or dermatological advice. Chemical safety depends on user skin condition and exact concentration. Always patch-test new products.