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Aveeno

Maximum Strength 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream

Last verified: February 18, 2026

  • Water
  • Cetearyl Alcohol
  • Glycerin
  • Isopropyl Myristate
  • Ceteareth-20
  • Cyclopentasiloxane
  • Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
  • Cetyl Palmitate
  • Isostearyl Neopentanoate
  • Benzyl Alcohol
  • Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
  • Potassium Lactate
  • PEG-40 Stearate
  • Methylparaben
  • Citric Acid
  • Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
  • Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
  • Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
  • Sodium Hydroxide

Why This Product is Rated STOP

Maximum Strength 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream by Aveeno has been evaluated by Million Marker and contains ingredients with known health concerns. This product is rated STOP, indicating higher concern.

We recommend avoiding STOP-rated products and seeking safer alternatives from our GO or SLOW categories.

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Maximum Strength 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream by Aveeno - Non-toxic Body Oils, Butters + Lotions product rated STOP by Million Marker, free from BPA, phthalates, and parabens

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