Brand

Aquaphor

Made by Beiersdorf (Nivea, Eucerin). Known for the petrolatum Healing Ointment used for dry, cracked, or irritated skin, tattoo aftercare, and chapped lips.

Aquaphor is a petrolatum-based healing-ointment brand from Beiersdorf, the German company behind Nivea and Eucerin. The original Aquaphor dates to 1925, and the modern Healing Ointment is one of the most dermatologist-recommended occlusive skin protectants in the US.

Founded

1925 (Aquaphor by Beiersdorf)

Founder

A Beiersdorf brand (the German company behind Nivea and Eucerin)

Headquarters

Beiersdorf AG, Hamburg, Germany; US operations via Beiersdorf Inc.

Ownership

Owned by Beiersdorf

Ownership and scale

Beiersdorf AG is a publicly listed German skincare and consumer group (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: BEI) with roughly 10 billion euros in annual group sales. A standalone Aquaphor brand valuation is not separately disclosed.

Brand timeline

1882
Beiersdorf is founded in Hamburg, Germany
1925
Aquaphor is first introduced by Beiersdorf
1990s
Aquaphor Healing Ointment becomes a widely dermatologist-recommended US occlusive
2020s
The range expands with Lip Repair, baby, and body lines

Where to buy

Brand siteAmazonTargetWalmartCVSWalgreens

Where to get the best offers

A drugstore brand, so the best value comes from big-box and pharmacy sales at Target, Walmart, and CVS, plus larger jars for a lower cost per ounce and multipacks on Amazon.

Aquaphor products we have reviewed

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Aquaphor Moisturizing Cream

Aquaphor

Key Ingredient

Hyaluronic Acid

Key ingredients named by the brand: Hyaluronic Acid, 3 Ceramides and Shea ButterNo fragrance listed in the ingredient listFace and body cream, 16 oz jar, 16 oz

$20.99/ 16 oz

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Healing Ointment

Aquaphor

Key Ingredient

Petrolatum (41%)

Protects dry, cracked, or irritated skinSofter and more spreadable than plain petroleum jellyPanthenol and glycerin add conditioning support

$24.99/ 14 oz (396g)($0.06/ml)

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Lip Repair

Aquaphor

Key Ingredient

Castor Seed Oil

Petrolatum-free balm with castor seed oil listed thirdGlycerin, panthenol, shea butter and vitamins C and ENo fragrance listed in the ingredient list

$5.99/ 0.35 oz

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Baby Healing Ointment

Aquaphor

Key Ingredient

Petrolatum (41%)

The Healing Ointment formula, positioned for babiesHelps diaper rash, dry cheeks, and minor irritationHypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and preservative-free

$13.99/ 14 oz (396g)($0.04/ml)

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Brand background is compiled from public sources. Ownership and valuation figures are reported acquisitions or valuations where disclosed; private brands are marked as not publicly disclosed. Prices and retailers change, so confirm on the brand's official page.