cosmedix Emulsion Intense Hydrator

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.

1. Aqua
2. Glycerin
3. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5. Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate
6. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
7. Cholesteryl Stearate
8. Cholesteryl Nonanoate
9. Cetearyl Alcohol
10. Diaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33
11. Caprylyl Glycol
12. Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract
13. Glyceryl Stearate
14. Cetearyl Glucoside
15. Dicaprylyl Ether
16. Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
17. Xanthan Gum
18. Gluconolactone
19. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
20. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
21. Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
22. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
23. Zea Mays Silk Extract
24. Amino Esters-1
25. Eclipta Prostrata Extract
26. Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
27. Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
28. Fructooligosaccharides
29. Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
30. Thioctic Acid
31. Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract
32. Sodium Hydroxide
33. Phenyl T-Butylnitrone
34. Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
35. Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
36. Ethylhexylglycerin
37. Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
38. Citrus Limon Peel Oil
39. Copper Gluconate
40. Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
41. Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
42. Pyruvic Acid
43. Calcium Gluconate
44. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
45. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
46. Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
47. Lawsonia Inermis Leaf Extract
48. Pearl Powder
49. Moringa Pterygosperma Oil
50. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
51. Lawsonia Inermis Extract
52. Corallina Officinalis Extract
53. BHT
54. Phenoxyethanol
55. Sodium Benzoate
56. Potassium Sorbate
57. Limonene
58. Citral
59. Geraniol
60. Eugenol
61. Linalool
62. Farnesol

Highlights

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

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Coco-Caprylate/CaprateCholesteryl NonanoateCetearyl Alcohol

DEODORANT

Caprylyl Glycol

Other ingredients

Cholesteryl Oleyl CarbonateCholesteryl StearateDiaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33Lonicera Caprifolium Flower ExtractGlyceryl StearateCetearyl GlucosideDicaprylyl EtherPolyglyceryl-4 CaprateXanthan GumGluconolactoneLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractCitrus Reticulata Peel OilMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractZea Mays Silk ExtractAmino Esters-1Eclipta Prostrata ExtractCocos Nucifera Fruit JuiceCymbopogon Schoenanthus OilFructooligosaccharidesOryza Sativa Bran OilThioctic AcidPopulus Tremuloides Bark ExtractSodium HydroxidePhenyl T-ButylnitroneLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractEthylhexylglycerinCitrus Grandis Peel OilCitrus Limon Peel OilCopper GluconateSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractPyruvic AcidCalcium GluconateCurcuma Longa Root ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractOcimum Basilicum Leaf ExtractLawsonia Inermis Leaf ExtractPearl PowderMoringa Pterygosperma OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilLawsonia Inermis ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractBHTPhenoxyethanolSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateLimoneneCitralGeraniolEugenolLinaloolFarnesol

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Glycerin

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

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate

Not decoded yet

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.

Cholesteryl Stearate

Not decoded yet

Cholesteryl Nonanoate

Cholesteryl nonanoate, light oil ester; fast-absorbing, non-greasy, enhances permeability for light moisturizers.

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Diaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33

Not decoded yet

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract

Honeysuckle extract for soothing and antioxidants; trace use, low allergenic risk

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Cetearyl Glucoside

Gentle non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier for low-irritation formulas; often co-blended

Dicaprylyl Ether

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

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate

Non-ionic emulsifier; biodegradable, compatibility with anionics requires check.

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Gluconolactone

Multifunctional agent for chelation and permeation; acidic, may irritate at high levels, buffer recommended.

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Bio-fermented filtrate for antimicrobial and anti-dandruff effects; assess individual variability, avoid in known allergy.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; has antibacterial properties, allergy testing advised.

Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil

Citrus oil for scent; high phototoxicity means low use in daytime products.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; antioxidant properties, light sensitivity advised.

Zea Mays Silk Extract

Corn silk extract; contains polysaccharides and amino acids for conditioning

Amino Esters-1

Not decoded yet

Eclipta Prostrata Extract

Eclipta prostrata extract used for antioxidant and hair coloring; water-soluble, low irritation and comedogenic risk at typical levels.

Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice

Coconut water containing minerals and amino acids; acts as humectant and hair conditioner, requires preservatives due to high sugar content.

Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil

Cymbopogon oil, natural lemon scent; contains furanocoumarins with photosensitivity, limit usage and enhance SPF for daytime products.

Fructooligosaccharides

Prebiotic polysaccharide for hydration/skin conditioning; high levels may feel sticky

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil

Rice bran oil rich in oryzanol and linoleic acid for conditioning; moderate comedogenic rating, mind oxidative stability.

Thioctic Acid

Alpha-lipoic acid; potent antioxidant; poor water solubility, often used as ester derivatives

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract

Quaking aspen bark extract containing salicylates; offers sebum control and antibacterial properties; suitable for oily skin.

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Phenyl T-Butylnitrone

Not decoded yet

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract

Honeysuckle extract for soothing; requires antimicrobial protection.

Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract

Coccinia indica fruit extract for skin conditioning; plant-derived, low irritation.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Citrus Grandis Peel Oil

Grapefruit peel oil for fragrance; EU restricted, sensitizing properties, used as fragrance.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance

Copper Gluconate

Copper gluconate; trace antioxidant/repair agent. Use <0.05%; high levels cause color change/irritation.

Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract

Eggplant fruit extract for skin conditioning; watch for batch consistency and potential allergenicity.

Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract

Extract for basic emollience; usually low-level, check extract solvent residues

Pyruvic Acid

Pyruvic acid, AHA-like keratolytic; higher irritation at low levels.

Calcium Gluconate

Chelator and conditioner, improves stability; water-soluble calcium source

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Holy basil leaf extract for conditioning; complex botanical, patch test recommended for compatibility

Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract

Basil leaf extract; contains linalool, antioxidant; potential allergen, limit concentration

Lawsonia Inermis Leaf Extract

Not decoded yet

Pearl Powder

Ground pearl powder used for pigmentation or opacification; ensure fineness and purity.

Moringa Pterygosperma Oil

Moringa oil, rich in unsaturated fats, moisturizes skin, may be comedogenic.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.

Lawsonia Inermis Extract

Not decoded yet

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

BHT

Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Citral

Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.

Geraniol

Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.

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

Farnesol

Farnesol, a fixative and deodorant; listed as a EU 26 allergen, requires labeling, potential sensitizer.

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