hers hydrobounce instant moisturizer

Ingredients overview

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Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Glycerin
3. Dicaprylyl Ether
4. Squalane
5. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6. Cetearyl Olivate
7. Cetearyl Alcohol
8. Sorbitan Olivate
9. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
10. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
11. Lactobacillus
12. Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
13. Helianthus Annuus Extract
14. Sodium Hyaluronate
15. Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
16. Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
17. Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
18. Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
19. Sodium PCA
20. Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
21. Saccharide Isomerate
22. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
23. Potassium Sorbate
24. Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
25. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
26. Sodium Levulinate
27. Triticum Vulgare Seed Extract
28. Citric Acid
29. Maltodextrin
30. Tocopherol

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oils

Formulation view O/W cream using olate esters to mimic skin lipids, enriched with squalane, hyaluronic acid, and botanicals. Preserved with sorbates, benzoates, and alginate. Ideal for dry, dehydrated skin. Factory observation: Biomimetic emulsions are stable, but multiple actives require compatibility testing; alginate preservative efficacy is pH-dependent and must be monitored.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Dicaprylyl EtherSqualaneCetearyl OlivateCetearyl Alcohol

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Sorbitan Olivate

Other ingredients

Butyrospermum Parkii ButterRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractLactobacillusPyrus Malus Fruit ExtractHelianthus Annuus ExtractSodium HyaluronateBeta Vulgaris Root ExtractRosa Moschata Seed OilPolymnia Sonchifolia Root JuiceOryza Sativa Bran ExtractSodium PCAAlpha-Glucan OligosaccharideSaccharide IsomerateHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerPotassium SorbateHydrolyzed Corn StarchSodium Stearoyl GlutamateSodium LevulinateTriticum Vulgare Seed ExtractCitric AcidMaltodextrinTocopherol

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Dicaprylyl Ether

Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.

Lactobacillus

Lactobacillus derivatives for skin conditioning; verify fermentation purity and safety.

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract

Apple fruit extract, polyphenols for conditioning and antioxidant; batch variation needs standardization

Helianthus Annuus Extract

Sunflower extract; oleic/vit E rich; emollient, low irrit, good for dry skin, no pub comed data

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Beta Vulgaris Root Extract

Plant root extract used as a skin conditioning agent to improve skin texture and barrier function.

Rosa Moschata Seed Oil

Rosehip seed oil, high in linoleic acid; emollient but heavy, avoid for oily/acne-prone skin.

Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice

Jerusalem artichoke root juice, rich in polysaccharides, moisturiser; natural, prone to spoilage, needs preservatives

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Rice bran extract rich in vitamins; moisturizing and soothing, generally well-tolerated.

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.

Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

Prebiotic for microflora and smoothing; use 0.5-5%, suitable for sensitive skin

Saccharide Isomerate

Novel polyol humectant with skin feel improvement; high hydration, suitable for lightweight formulas.

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

Hygroscopic starch for humidity control/filming; needs preservative, low comedogenicity.

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Mild amino-acid surfactant, poor solubility, pairs with fatty alcohols, fine foam.

Sodium Levulinate

Sodium levulinate, natural-derived humectant; generally mild, often used in blends.

Triticum Vulgare Seed Extract

Wheat seed extract with protein buffering; caution for gluten-sensitive users

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Maltodextrin

High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

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