firstlab Probiotic Mask

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. Water
2. Glycerin
3. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4. Niacinamide
5. Cetearyl Alcohol
6. Butylene Glycol
7. Glyceryl Stearate
8. Hydroxyacetophenone
9. Cyclopentasiloxane
10. Betaine
11. Hydroxyethylacrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
12. Allantoin
13. Caffeine
14. Acetyl Glucosamine
15. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
16. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
17. Tromethamine
18. Cyclohexasiloxane
19. Caprylyl Glycol
20. Silica
21. Ethylhexylglycerin
22. Adenosine
23. Dimethiconol
24. Xanthan Gum
25. 1,2-Hexanediol
26. Fragrance
27. Sodium Polyacrylate
28. Lactobacillus Ferment
29. Disodium EDTA
30. Althaea Rosea Flower Extract
31. Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
32. Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
33. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
34. Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
35. Hydrogenated Lecithin
36. Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
37. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
38. Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
39. Maltodextrin
40. Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
41. Bacillus Ferment
42. Ceramide NP
43. PVP
44. Dextrin
45. Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract
46. Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
47. Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
48. Glutathione
49. Lactobacillus
50. Glucose
51. Arginine
52. Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
53. Citric Acid
54. Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
55. Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
56. Salix Alba Bark Extract
57. Calcium Carbonate
58. Ascorbic Acid
59. Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
60. Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
61. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
62. Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
63. Fullerenes

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains mineral oil

Formulation view A mask formulation built on a glycerin-rich hydrating base, modified with light caprylic/capric triglycerides. The active profile focuses on niacinamide, supported by probiotic ferments, turmeric extract, and adenosine for texture improvement and antioxidant benefits. The viscosity is achieved with a combination of sodium polyacrylate and xanthan gum. From a formulator's perspective, the diverse active stack offers multi-functional conditioning for combination skin, though the silicone content must be monitored to maintain a non-greasy feel.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cetearyl AlcoholGlyceryl Stearate

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

ANTIOXIDANT

Hydroxyacetophenone

Other ingredients

CyclopentasiloxaneBetaineHydroxyethylacrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerAllantoinCaffeineAcetyl GlucosamineAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerCurcuma Longa Root ExtractTromethamineCyclohexasiloxaneCaprylyl GlycolSilicaEthylhexylglycerinAdenosineDimethiconolXanthan Gum1,2-HexanediolFragranceSodium PolyacrylateLactobacillus FermentDisodium EDTAAlthaea Rosea Flower ExtractAlpha-Glucan OligosaccharideCandida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate FermentHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit ExtractHydrogenated LecithinArgania Spinosa Kernel OilOlea Europaea Fruit OilPolymnia Sonchifolia Root JuiceMaltodextrinPseudoalteromonas Ferment ExtractBacillus FermentCeramide NPPVPDextrinHydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus ExtractHydrolyzed Vegetable ProteinMoringa Pterygosperma Seed ExtractGlutathioneLactobacillusGlucoseArginineHydroxypropyl MethylcelluloseCitric AcidChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf ExtractOriganum Vulgare Leaf ExtractSalix Alba Bark ExtractCalcium CarbonateAscorbic AcidCinnamomum Cassia Bark ExtractLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractPortulaca Oleracea ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractFullerenes

Skim through

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Betaine

Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.

Hydroxyethylacrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Water-soluble polymer providing slip and conditioning; biodegradable and well-compatible

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Cyclohexasiloxane

Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Dimethiconol

Dimethiconol; silicone emollient providing silky feel and reducing friction; moderate comedogenicity, avoid excess.

Xanthan Gum

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

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Lactobacillus Ferment

Probiotic ferment filtrate for conditioning; complex mix, check allergens and preservative residues

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Althaea Rosea Flower Extract

Extract for soothing care; contains mucilage, check microbial load and clarity impact

Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

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

Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment

Yeast ferment extract with polysaccharides; used for multifunctional effects, complex profile may sensitise.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract

Sea buckthorn fruit extract for skin conditioning; stable at low levels, check phototoxicity at high doses.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.

Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice

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

Maltodextrin

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

Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract

Microbial ferment for humectancy and skin conditioning; gentle.

Bacillus Ferment

Bacillus ferment extract; skin conditioner with peptides; verify sterile specs and endotoxin levels

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

PVP

Polyvinylpyrrolidone for film forming and thickening; used in styling and adhesion, occasional eye irritation reported.

Dextrin

Polymer thickener and binder from starch fermentation; biodegradable, hygroscopic, may affect powder flow

Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract

Hydrolyzed mucilage proteins acting as a gentle skin conditioner and humectant.

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein

Peptide conditioning agent; control pH to prevent degradation, used in hair and skin care.

Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract

Moringa seed extract rich in antioxidants and amino acids; used for skin conditioning, often added as a functional ingredient.

Glutathione

Antioxidant and brightening agent; unstable, requires antioxidants and protection from light.

Lactobacillus

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

Glucose

Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.

Arginine

Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

High polymer for thickening and film formation; water-soluble, used in physical sunscreens or gels, tacky at high levels

Citric Acid

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

Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract

Plant leaf extract containing essential oils for skin conditioning and soothing; dilute concentrated extracts to avoid irritation.

Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract

Oregano extract with antimicrobial properties; high doses may irritate.

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Contains natural salicylic acid precursors, mild exfoliating and antibacterial; may irritate at high levels; avoid in sensitive skin.

Calcium Carbonate

Mineral particle used as abrasive or white filler; particle size dictates feel, control pH for oral use

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract

Cinnamon bark for hair and fragrance; some allergens require labeling; watch oral dosage.

Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract

Ferment extract with amino acids and peptides for skin conditioning; monitor microbial stability and watch for allergens.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Scutellaria root extract with baicalin for antioxidant and soothing effects; also provides astringent and humectant properties.

Fullerenes

Carbon nanomaterial for antioxidant claims; limited clinical safety/efficacy data, use caution.

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