aveda Brilliant Universal Styling Creme
aveda Aveda Brilliant Universal Styling Creme lists 37 ingredients on its label, 35 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Dicaprylyl Maleate
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Glycerin
- Cetyl Dimethicone
- Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
- Hexyl Laurate
- Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone
- Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Cetearyl Methicone
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Quaternium-80
- Fragrance
- Limonene
- Eugenol
- Linalool
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Geraniol
- Citronellol
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Evernia Prunastri Extract
- Citral
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Farnesol
- Maltodextrin
- Sodium Chloride
- Gluconolactone
- Sodium Gluconate
- Calcium Gluconate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Key ingredients
- FRAGRANCE
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- ASTRINGENT
- Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Dicaprylyl MaleateCetyl Dimethicone
- ANTIFOAMING
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-4 IsostearateHexyl LaurateCetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 DimethiconeHydrogenated Castor OilCetearyl MethiconeHydroxyethylcelluloseLimnanthes Alba Seed OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilQuaternium-80FragranceLimoneneEugenolLinaloolHydroxycitronellalGeraniolCitronellolBenzyl BenzoateAmyl CinnamalEvernia Prunastri ExtractCitralBenzyl SalicylateFarnesolMaltodextrinSodium ChlorideGluconolactoneSodium GluconateCalcium GluconatePotassium SorbateSodium Benzoate
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Maleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Dimethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hexyl Laurate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Castor Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Methicone | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Quaternium-80 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Eugenol | DENATURANT, TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/71 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxycitronellal | 附录 III · 最高浓度 (b) 1,0 % · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 附录 III · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Amyl Cinnamal | PERFUMING · 限制 III/67 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Evernia Prunastri Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citral | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/70 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Farnesol | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/82 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Gluconolactone | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · 1 | Green |
| Sodium Gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calcium Gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Chamomile extract used for soothing; check for potential sensitizing allergens.
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.
- Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
- Camellia oleifera leaf extract containing tea polyphenols; acts as astringent and skin conditioner, monitor raw material consistency.
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Dicaprylyl Maleate
- Dicaprylyl maleate; light emollient, low comedogenic, often a solvent
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Cetyl Dimethicone
- Silicone emulsifier/conditioner; excellent slip, hydrophobic, non-comedogenic.
- Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
- Emulsifier at 1–5%; mild type, suitable for sensitive skin formulas
- Hexyl Laurate
- Light ester emollient for silky feel; 1-5%, monitor oxidative stability
- Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone
- Silicone surfactant, smooth and mild; regulates rheology and adds antistatic benefits
- Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Hydrogenated castor oil for emollient, emulsifying, mild cleansing; ensure high purity
- Cetearyl Methicone
- Silicone-based emulsifier for slip; high levels may leave residue, cleansing needed.
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Lightweight natural oil with mineral oil-like feel; oxidizes easily, add antioxidants and control dose.
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Quaternium-80
- Not decoded yet
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Eugenol
- Potent natural fragrance, EU restriction III/71; listed allergen, max 5%, caution for sensitive skin
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Chelating agent for stability; restricted substance, not permitted as single component or in mixtures at ≥0.1%.
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Fragrance ingredient restricted in the EU; usage limits apply to minimize allergic contact dermatitis risk.
- Evernia Prunastri Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Citral
- Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Farnesol
- Farnesol, a fixative and deodorant; listed as a EU 26 allergen, requires labeling, potential sensitizer.
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Gluconolactone
- Multifunctional agent for chelation and permeation; acidic, may irritate at high levels, buffer recommended.
- Sodium Gluconate
- Mild chelator, aids skin conditioning; typically used at low levels as auxiliary
- Calcium Gluconate
- Chelator and conditioner, improves stability; water-soluble calcium source
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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