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medik8 Ultimate Recovery

medik8 Medik8 Ultimate Recovery lists 42 ingredients on its label, 41 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.

  1. Aqua
  2. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
  3. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
  4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
  5. Glycerin
  6. Cera Microcristallina
  7. Squalane
  8. Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
  9. Jojoba Esters
  10. Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
  11. Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
  12. Petrolatum
  13. Propylene Glycol
  14. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
  15. Saccharide Isomerate
  16. Acacia Decurrens Flower Cera
  17. Zinc Oxide
  18. Serica Powder
  19. Tocopheryl Acetate
  20. Dimethicone
  21. Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
  22. PEG-12 Dimethicone
  23. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
  24. Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
  25. Butylene Glycol
  26. Arnica Montana Flower Extract
  27. Phenoxyethanol
  28. Sodium Chloride
  29. Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
  30. Sodium Benzoate
  31. Beta-Glucan
  32. Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera
  33. Perfluorodecalin
  34. Alcohol Denat
  35. Epigallocatechin Gallate
  36. Benzoic Acid
  37. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
  38. Dehydroacetic Acid
  39. Polyglycerin-3
  40. Potassium Sorbate
  41. Citric Acid
  42. Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains PEGContains siliconesContains fragranceContains alcohol

Formulation view An oil-rich balm using Jojoba Esters, Squalane, and Petrolatum to build a strong occlusive barrier, supplemented with Zinc Oxide and Beta-Glucan for soothing. Rich plant oils (Johimbin, Sesame) provide deep nourishment. The preservative system is traditional and stable. Ideal for dry, rough, or compromised skin during intensive overnight care. Factory insight: High lipid content with petrolatum requires precise emulsification temperature control to prevent layer separation or oil droplet separation.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT
Aqua
ANTIMICROBIAL
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilSqualane
FRAGRANCE
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
DENATURANT
Glycerin
BINDING
Cera Microcristallina
SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Other ingredients

Jojoba EstersRicinus Communis Seed OilCrambe Abyssinica Seed OilPetrolatumPropylene GlycolHydrogenated Vegetable OilSaccharide IsomerateAcacia Decurrens Flower CeraZinc OxideSerica PowderTocopheryl AcetateDimethiconeMethoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol CopolymerPEG-12 DimethiconeSesamum Indicum Seed OilHamamelis Virginiana Leaf ExtractButylene GlycolArnica Montana Flower ExtractPhenoxyethanolSodium ChloridePolyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateSodium BenzoateBeta-GlucanHelianthus Annuus Seed CeraPerfluorodecalinAlcohol DenatEpigallocatechin GallateBenzoic AcidCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDehydroacetic AcidPolyglycerin-3Potassium SorbateCitric AcidPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Skim through

IngredientWhat it doesIrr. · Com.Rating
AquaSOLVENT0 · 0Green
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateANTIMICROBIAL, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 2Green
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 0Green
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideFRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE0 · 0Green
GlycerinDENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT0 · 0Green
Cera MicrocristallinaBINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING0 · 5Green
SqualaneSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 0Green
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING0 · 0Green
Jojoba EstersSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING0 · 0Green
Ricinus Communis Seed OilFRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING0 · 1Green
Crambe Abyssinica Seed OilHAIR CONDITIONING, EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE0 · 2Green
PetrolatumANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT · 限制 II/904 (except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen)0 · 0Yellow
Propylene GlycolHUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS1 · 0Green
Hydrogenated Vegetable OilSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 2Green
Saccharide IsomerateHUMECTANT0 · –Green
Acacia Decurrens Flower CeraSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING0 · –Green
Zinc OxideANTIMICROBIAL, BULKING, COLORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, LIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 IV/144 VI/30 VI/30a0 · –Yellow
Serica PowderANTISTATIC, BULKING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING—Green
Tocopheryl AcetateANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 0Green
DimethiconeANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING0 · 0Green
Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol CopolymerEMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING0 · –Green
PEG-12 DimethiconeHAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 1Green
Sesamum Indicum Seed OilSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING0 · 0Green
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf ExtractSKIN CONDITIONING0 · 0Green
Butylene GlycolHUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING0 · 0Green
Arnica Montana Flower ExtractFRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING—Green
PhenoxyethanolANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/291 · 0Yellow
Sodium ChlorideBULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING0 · 0Green
Polyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateSKIN CONDITIONING0 · 1Green
Sodium BenzoateANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/10 · –Yellow
Beta-GlucanBULKING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS0 · 0Green
Helianthus Annuus Seed CeraSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT0 · 0Green
PerfluorodecalinDETANGLING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT0 · –Green
Alcohol Denat溶剂,皮肤调理剂1 · 0Yellow
Epigallocatechin GallateANTIOXIDANT0 · 0Green
Benzoic AcidFRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, pH ADJUSTERS · 限制 V/11 · –Green
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER1 · 0Green
Dehydroacetic AcidPRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13—Yellow
Polyglycerin-3Not decoded yet——
Potassium SorbateFRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/40 · –Yellow
Citric AcidBUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE1 · 0Green
Polyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING0 · 0Green

Ingredients explained

Aqua
Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
C12-15 alkyl benzoate; emollient, emulsifier, and antistatic; aids stability and smoothness, moderate low comedogenicity.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
Glycerin
Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
Cera Microcristallina
Mineral-derived microcrystalline wax, potent occlusive moisturizer; 1-3% significantly extends hydration, heavy texture.
Squalane
Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Silicone surfactant, smooth and mild; regulates rheology and adds antistatic benefits
Jojoba Esters
Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Castor oil for heavy moisturization and film formation; high viscosity, high levels may be comedogenic, blend with other oils.
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Crambe abyssinica seed oil for hair/skin; oleic-rich, high oleic ratio may be comedogenic
Petrolatum
Mineral oil occlusive and antistatic; requires full refining history to ensure absence of potential carcinogens.
Propylene Glycol
Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin
Saccharide Isomerate
Novel polyol humectant with skin feel improvement; high hydration, suitable for lightweight formulas.
Acacia Decurrens Flower Cera
Acacia decurrens flower wax; emollient and film-forming; wax, pair with oils
Zinc Oxide
Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.
Serica Powder
Animal-derived silk protein powder for antistatic and smoothing; monitor microbial contamination and allergenic risk.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
Dimethicone
Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
Methoxy PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Methoxy PEG copolymer; stabilizer/thickener; PEG component, check compatibility.
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Water-soluble silicone; provides slip and gloss, easily emulsified, common in hair and skin care.
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Witch hazel leaf extract for astringency and skin care; common in soothing formulas
Butylene Glycol
Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Arnica extract; plant soothing/perfume alternative; low conc, potential sensitizer, patch test advised
Phenoxyethanol
Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
Sodium Chloride
Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Plant-derived emulsifier, mild feel; for O/W systems, combine with co-emulsifiers
Sodium Benzoate
Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
Beta-Glucan
Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera
Safflower seed wax for structure and gloss; balance with oils
Perfluorodecalin
Perfluorodecalin, hydrophobic solvent and glossing agent; used in haircare or dry shampoo, insoluble in water, control usage to avoid greasiness
Alcohol Denat
Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Potent water-soluble polyphenol antioxidant <1%; may affect color stability
Benzoic Acid
Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
Dehydroacetic Acid
Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.
Polyglycerin-3
Not decoded yet
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
Citric Acid
Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Mild emulsifier for low-foam systems; suitable for sensitive skin.

Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page

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