darphin Predermine

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\Aqua\Eau
2. Butyrospermum Parkii
3. Butylene Glycol
4. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
5. Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
6. Glyceryl Stearate
7. PEG-100 Stearate
8. Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
9. Propanediol
10. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
11. Tridecyl Trimellitate
12. Squalane
13. Tribehenin
14. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
15. Triisostearin
16. Glycerin
17. Cetearyl Olivate
18. Cetyl Alcohol
19. Diglycerin
20. Menyanthes Trifoliata Leaf Extract
21. Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
22. Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge
23. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
24. Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
25. Hypnea Musciformis Extract
26. Equisetum Arvense Extract
27. Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
28. Iris Pallida Root Extract
29. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
30. Iris Florentina Root Extract
31. PPG-26-Buteth-26
32. Acetyl Glucosamine
33. Caffeine
34. Glucose
35. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
36. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
37. Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
38. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
39. Ethylhexylglycerin
40. Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide
41. Chondrus Crispus
42. Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure
43. Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
44. Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
45. Sorbitan Olivate
46. Glycine Soja Protein
47. Sodium Hyaluronate
48. Tocopheryl Acetate
49. Ethylhexyl Palmitate
50. Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
51. Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
52. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
53. Caprylyl Glycol
54. Fragrance
55. Carbomer
56. Cellulose Gum
57. Polysorbate 20
58. Phytic Acid
59. PEG-8
60. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
61. Hexylene Glycol
62. Sodium Hydroxide
63. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
64. Dipropylene Glycol
65. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
66. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
67. Ethylhexyl Salicylate
68. Xanthan Gum
69. Silica Dimethyl Silylate
70. Tetrasodium EDTA
71. BHT
72. Phenoxyethanol
73. Hexyl Cinnamal
74. Benzyl Salicylate
75. Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
76. Butylphenyl Methylpropional
77. Hydroxycitronellal
78. Citronellol
79. Linalool
80. Amyl Cinnamal
81. Limonene
82. Geraniol
83. Citral
84. Coumarin
85. Red 4
86. Ext. Violet 2

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains mineral oilContains silicones

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water\Aqua\Eau

皮肤调理剂

Butyrospermum Parkii

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilOryza Sativa Bran OilGlyceryl StearateTheobroma Cacao Seed Butter

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

PEG-100 Stearate

Other ingredients

PropanediolHydrogenated Vegetable OilTridecyl TrimellitateSqualaneTribeheninPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateTriisostearinGlycerinCetearyl OlivateCetyl AlcoholDiglycerinMenyanthes Trifoliata Leaf ExtractHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower ExtractHordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'OrgePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed ExtractGelidiella Acerosa ExtractHypnea Musciformis ExtractEquisetum Arvense ExtractCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractIris Pallida Root ExtractPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Iris Florentina Root ExtractPPG-26-Buteth-26Acetyl GlucosamineCaffeineGlucosePalmitoyl Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5Oryza Sativa Bran ExtractAcetyl Hexapeptide-8EthylhexylglycerinPolianthes Tuberosa PolysaccharideChondrus CrispusYeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De LevurePropylene Glycol DicapratePalmitoyl Hexapeptide-12Sorbitan OlivateGlycine Soja ProteinSodium HyaluronateTocopheryl AcetateEthylhexyl PalmitateHelianthus Annuus SeedcakeGlyceryl PolymethacrylatePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCaprylyl GlycolFragranceCarbomerCellulose GumPolysorbate 20Phytic AcidPEG-8Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateHexylene GlycolSodium HydroxidePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilDipropylene GlycolEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateButyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl SalicylateXanthan GumSilica Dimethyl SilylateTetrasodium EDTABHTPhenoxyethanolHexyl CinnamalBenzyl SalicylateAlpha-Isomethyl IononeButylphenyl MethylpropionalHydroxycitronellalCitronellolLinaloolAmyl CinnamalLimoneneGeraniolCitralCoumarinRed 4Ext. Violet 2

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water\Aqua\Eau

Solvent and diluent; the base for most aqueous formulations.

Butyrospermum Parkii

African oil/fat/wax; clarify form (oil, butter, or powder) as function depends on it.

Butylene Glycol

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

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil

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

Glyceryl Stearate

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

PEG-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter

Heavy, occlusive plant butter; medium comedogenic rating, avoid on oily skin.

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Tridecyl Trimellitate

Ester emollient for skin conditioning; lipophilic nature may increase comedogenicity for acne-prone skin.

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Tribehenin

Waxy emollient providing slip; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidant system; good for dry skin.

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Non-ionic emulsifier at 1–3%; mild, easily combined with other surfactants.

Triisostearin

Polyglyceryl ester, emulsifier and thickener; no mineral oil, check viscosity.

Glycerin

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

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Diglycerin

Diglycerin humectant and conditioner; low viscosity suitable for liquid formulas, very low irritancy.

Menyanthes Trifoliata Leaf Extract

Menyanthes trifoliata leaf extract for skin conditioning; limited efficacy data

Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract

Roselle flower extract rich in anthocyanins, used for skin conditioning and antioxidant support

Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge

Cereal extract providing humectant proteins and amino acids; check for cereal allergies.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract

Sweet almond extract, oils/phenolics for moisture/repair, low allergenicity but label nut origin

Gelidiella Acerosa Extract

Gelidiella acerosa (seaweed) extract; complex matrix, screen for heavy metals

Hypnea Musciformis Extract

Brown algae polysaccharide extract; film-forming and moisturizing at 0.1–1%; add to water phase, watch allergens

Equisetum Arvense Extract

Horsetail extract; silicic acid and phenols for astringency; contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, control source and purity

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention

Iris Pallida Root Extract

Iris pallida root extract for fragrance/toning; low conc. (<1%); watch allergen/photosensitizer potential.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 boosts collagen; use 0.1–1%, formulate with lipid carriers

Iris Florentina Root Extract

Orris root extract, traditional fixative/tonic; contains volatile essentials, check allergen compatibility.

PPG-26-Buteth-26

Not decoded yet

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Caffeine

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

Glucose

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

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 for repair; requires lipid carrier, unstable in aqueous phase

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

Peptide actives for skin conditioning; typically used at low levels.

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Rice bran extract rich in vitamins; moisturizing and soothing, generally well-tolerated.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide

Tuberose polysaccharide, high retention; water-soluble, check gelation, poor with cationics.

Chondrus Crispus

Crisp chondrus seaweed extract; often used as thickener or skin conditioner; labeled as fragrance or conditioner, check formulation context.

Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure

Yeast ferment filtrate rich in amino acids and peptides; used for repair and moisture, may cause sensitivity in some.

Propylene Glycol Dicaprate

Lightweight emollient ester; replaces mineral oils with non-greasy feel; good for oily skin systems

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12

Peptide for elasticity; use per vendor specs. No public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Glycine Soja Protein

Soy-based emulsifier and conditioner; improves feel and hair shine, contains allergenic soy protein

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake

Sunflower seed cake; physical exfoliant and bulking agent. Coarse texture, use caution for sensitive skin, requires homogenization.

Glyceryl Polymethacrylate

Acrylate polymer for high viscosity, film formation, and conditioning feel. Synthetic polymer, low irritancy.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Cellulose Gum

Cellulose gum, water-soluble thickener/stabilizer; may destabilize with cationics, hydrate first.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Phytic Acid

Natural chelator for formula stability; acidic, may shift pH at high levels.

PEG-8

Not decoded yet

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Lipophilic Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant and brightening; more stable than VC, oil-soluble, must pair with oil phase

Hexylene Glycol

Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

High-potency UVA filter (Parsol MXX); requires stabilizers and UVB blockers.

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Ethylhexyl salicylate, UVB absorber; volatile, requires combination with UVA filters for broad spectrum.

Xanthan Gum

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

Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Dimethicone modified silica for dry touch; anti-caking and oil absorption

Tetrasodium EDTA

Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.

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

Hexyl Cinnamal

Common fragrance component (jasmine/vanilla note); listed EU allergen, requires labeling at >10ppm (leave-on).

Benzyl Salicylate

UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional

Synthetic fragrance with floral notes; EU regulations limit usage, strict monitoring required.

Hydroxycitronellal

Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.

Citronellol

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

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Amyl Cinnamal

Fragrance ingredient restricted in the EU; usage limits apply to minimize allergic contact dermatitis risk.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Geraniol

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

Citral

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

Coumarin

Classic fragrance and photosensitizer, EU restriction III/77; high allergen risk, limit in facial products

Red 4

Synthetic dye for coloration; use within legal limits.

Ext. Violet 2

Diazo dye for color cosmetics; verify heavy metal limits and avoid acidic pH causing fading.

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