skinceuticals H.A. Intensifier
skinceuticals SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier lists 36 ingredients on its label, 33 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.
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- Cyclohexasiloxane
- Glycerin
- Alcohol Denat
- Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol
- Propylene Glycol
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Polysilicone-11
- Polymethylsilsesquioxane
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Dimethicone
- Tocopherol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
- Octyldodecanol
- Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 / PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
- PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
- Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Xanthan Gum
- Dextrin
- Oryza Sativa Extract
- Rice Extract
- Disodium EDTA
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Adenosine
- Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil/Mandarin Orange Peel Oil
- Limonene
- T-Butyl Alcohol
- Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
- Polyphosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate
- Polyvinyl Alcohol
- Sodium Chloride
- Butylene Glycol
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Highlights
Free of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains alcoholContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oils
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua/Water/EauAlcohol Denat
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cyclohexasiloxane
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol
- HUMECTANT
- Propylene GlycolDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- OPACIFYING
- Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Other ingredients
Polysilicone-11Sodium HyaluronateDimethiconeTocopherolPhenoxyethanolCapryloyl Salicylic AcidOctyldodecanolBis-PEG/PPG-16/16 / PEG/PPG-16/16 DimethiconePEG-20 Methyl Glucose SesquistearateAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateCaprylyl GlycolXanthan GumDextrinOryza Sativa ExtractRice ExtractDisodium EDTACaprylic/Capric TriglycerideSodium HydroxideAdenosineCitrus Nobilis Peel Oil/Mandarin Orange Peel OilLimoneneT-Butyl AlcoholCellulose Acetate ButyratePolyphosphorylcholine Glycol AcrylatePolyvinyl AlcoholSodium ChlorideButylene GlycolPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua/Water/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclohexasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polysilicone-11 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Polymethylsilsesquioxane | OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Octyldodecanol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 / PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Oryza Sativa Extract | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, BULKING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Rice Extract | 皮肤调理剂, 抗氧化剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Adenosine | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil/Mandarin Orange Peel Oil | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| T-Butyl Alcohol | DENATURANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Cellulose Acetate Butyrate | FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyphosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate | FILM FORMING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.
- Cyclohexasiloxane
- Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol
- Antioxidant and skin conditioning agent; effective at low levels, test for sensitivity.
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.
- Polysilicone-11
- Not decoded yet
- Polymethylsilsesquioxane
- Silicone polymer for emolliency, matte effect, and suspension; used in foundations or powder suspensions, typical usage 1-5%, smooth skin feel.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
- Oil-soluble salicylic acid derivative for gentle pore unclogging; milder than BHA, suitable for daily acne care.
- Octyldodecanol
- Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.
- Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 / PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
- Not decoded yet
- PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
- Non-ionic surfactant for emulsification; contains PEG, check compatibility.
- Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Cationic water-soluble polymer; stabilizer and conditioner, test compatibility with anions
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Dextrin
- Polymer thickener and binder from starch fermentation; biodegradable, hygroscopic, may affect powder flow
- Oryza Sativa Extract
- Physical exfoliant and absorbent powder for cleansing and texture; abrasive particles, avoid high frequency on sensitive or compromised skin
- Rice Extract
- Rice extract with GABA/vitamins; conditioning/brightening, 0.1–1%, water-soluble.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Adenosine
- Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair
- Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil/Mandarin Orange Peel Oil
- Not decoded yet
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- T-Butyl Alcohol
- Fast-evaporating solvent; sharp odor and potential irritation at high levels, limit usage
- Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
- Cellulose acetate butyrate, film former; provides clear hard film for styling/protection
- Polyphosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate
- Water-soluble film former and moisturizer; poor compatibility with cationic actives, potential allergen
- Polyvinyl Alcohol
- Film/viscosity agent for masks/cleansers; water-soluble, forms flexible film
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- High-efficiency lipid-soluble antioxidant preventing oil rancidity; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, ensure even distribution, avoid metal-catalyzed oxidation.
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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