dhc Pore Cleansing Oil
dhc DHC Pore Cleansing Oil lists 33 ingredients on its label, 32 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.
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Glycerin
- Polyglyceryl-5 Dioleate
- Triethylhexanoin
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
- Isostearyl Alcohol
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Citrus Grandis Peel Extract
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
- Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Butyl Avocadate
- Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Tocopherol
- Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
- Butylene Glycol
- Punica Granatum Extract
- 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
- Sebacic Acid
- 1,10-Decanediol
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Propyl Gallate
- Limonene
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains alcohol
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Ethylhexyl PalmitateIsostearyl Alcohol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Triethylhexanoin
- 溶剂
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-5 DioleatePhenoxyethanolCitrus Grandis Peel ExtractCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel ExtractCocos Nucifera OilArgania Spinosa Kernel OilCitrus Reticulata Peel ExtractCitrus Medica Limonum Peel ExtractOenothera Biennis OilOlea Europaea Fruit OilVitis Vinifera Seed OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilButyl AvocadateSesamum Indicum Seed OilCalendula Officinalis Flower ExtractTocopherolOryza Sativa Bran OilButylene GlycolPunica Granatum Extract10-Hydroxydecanoic AcidSebacic Acid1,10-DecanediolAscorbyl PalmitatePropyl GallateLimonene
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-5 Dioleate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Triethylhexanoin | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | — | Green |
| Isostearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Citrus Grandis Peel Extract | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 II/358 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 II/358 | 2 · – | Green |
| Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Oenothera Biennis Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Olea Europaea Fruit Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyl Avocadate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Oryza Sativa Bran Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Punica Granatum Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Sebacic Acid | BUFFERING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 1,10-Decanediol | SOLVENT | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Propyl Gallate | ANTIOXIDANT, PERFUMING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Polyglyceryl-5 Dioleate
- Not decoded yet
- Triethylhexanoin
- Light ester for non-greasy feel and fragrance; low allergenicity, high levels can act as solvent
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
- Gentle emulsifier for O/W systems; refreshing feel, good biodegradability
- Isostearyl Alcohol
- Non-ionic emulsifier and thickener providing body; at 2-5% enhances emulsion stability.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- Amino acid surfactant; mild cleansing agent with conditioning benefits for hair and skin.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Citrus Grandis Peel Extract
- Citrus grandis peel extract, astringent and tonic. Contains essential oils; check light sensitivity and allergens.
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
- Extract with essential oil content; acts as binder, emulsion stabilizer, conditioner, thickener, and perfuming agent. Potential allergen.
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
- Citrus peel extract containing photosensitizing compounds; handle with care to avoid photo-reactions, subject to EU restrictions.
- Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
- Citrus medica peel extract containing oils and polyphenols; oils pose photosensitivity risk
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Natural oil rich in GLA; supports barrier, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Grapeseed oil, lightweight emollient and antioxidant; high linoleic acid, suitable for oily and combination skin.
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Butyl Avocadate
- Butyrate ester from avocado oil, light non-greasy emollient with low comedogenicity; better oxidative stability than pure avocado oil.
- Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
- Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
- Rice bran oil rich in oryzanol and linoleic acid for conditioning; moderate comedogenic rating, mind oxidative stability.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Punica Granatum Extract
- Pomegranate extract containing polyphenols; offers antioxidant and skin-protecting properties, often used in brightening formulas.
- 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
- Long-chain hydroxy fatty acid for emollience and barrier support; control concentration to avoid clogging
- Sebacic Acid
- Sebacic acid; lipophilic buffering agent and skin conditioner; check dispersion in formulation.
- 1,10-Decanediol
- Aliphatic diol solvent; irritant to eyes and compromised skin, avoid direct contact.
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Propyl Gallate
- Oil-soluble antioxidant for oil stability; mild skin irritant.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
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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