One might think that the only difference in Philadelphia cream cheese is the packaging in which it's sold. However, there's more to it.

Tillamook Cream Cheese is made with just milk, cream, and salt—no artificial fillers or stabilizers. It has a thick texture, a tangy flavor, and a richness that can't be beat.

Once opened, cream cheese should be eaten within two weeks and kept in the fridge, according to Healthline. Its storage, packaging and processing can also impact the dairy product's longevity.

Nestlé x Ogilvy Colombia Introduce "Self-Packing Cheese": Utilizing a biodegradable cheese wrapper that's made from a byproduct of the cheesemaking process.