Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contains a number of ingredients and properties, such as Hypoallergenic lanolin, to help provide emollient properties. Zinc oxide is an astringent which reduces the loss of tissue fluid. Benzyl benzoate and benzyl cinnamate are amongst the ingredients of Peru Balsam, recognised for its healing properties. Benzyl alcohol is a weak local anaesthetic which acts to ease localised pain and irritation. It also acts as a disinfectant/antibacterial agent and is responsible for protection against common bacterial contaminants.