AHC B5 Energy Repair Revitalizing Essence

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. Methylpropanediol
3. Glycerin
4. Bifida Ferment lysate
5. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6. 1,2-Hexanediol
7. Polyglycerin-3
8. Isopentyldiol
9. Niacinamide
10. Cyclohexasiloxane
11. Panthenol
12. Pteris Multifida Extract
13. Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
14. Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
15. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
16. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
17. Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
18. Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
19. Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
20. Salix Alba Bark Extract
21. Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
22. ChamaecyparisObtusaLeafExtract
23. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Powder
24. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
25. Corallina Officinalis Extract
26. Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
27. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
28. Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract
29. Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
30. Alpinia Galanga Extract
31. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
32. Hydrogenated lecithin
33. Sodium Hyaluronate
34. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
35. Oryza sativa Germ Oil
36. Cocos Nucifera Oil
37. Butylene Glycol
38. Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
39. Tromethamine
40. Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
41. Beta-Glucan
42. Trehalose
43. Raffinose
44. Betaine
45. Adenosine
46. Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
47. Agar
48. Disodium EDTA
49. Polyquaternium-51
50. Carbomer
51. Xanthan Gum
52. Sucrose
53. PalmitoylPentapeptide4
54. Fructooligosaccharides
55. Xylitylglucoside
56. Glycolipids
57. Anhydroxylitol
58. Xylitol
59. Pullulan
60. CandidaBombicolaGlucoseMethylRapeseedateFerment
61. Sucrose Distearate
62. Glucose
63. Steareth-21
64. Lysolecithin
65. Steareth-2
66. Isohexadecane
67. Cetyl Alcohol
68. Lactobacillus
69. Stearic Acid
70. Fructan
71. Cholesterol
72. Ceramide NP
73. Inulin
74. Tocopheryl Acetate
75. Phenethyl alcohol
76. Milk Protein
77. Lactose
78. Bisabolol
79. PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
80. Fragrance
81. Ethylhexylglycerin
82. Pentylene Glycol
83. Hydroxyacetophenone

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains siliconesContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains mineral oilContains PEG

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SOLVENT

MethylpropanediolIsopentyldiol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING

Bifida Ferment lysate1,2-Hexanediol

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

Other ingredients

Polyglycerin-3CyclohexasiloxanePanthenolPteris Multifida ExtractCynara Scolymus Leaf ExtractAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractSalix Alba Bark ExtractOriganum Vulgare Leaf ExtractChamaecyparisObtusaLeafExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf PowderCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPortulaca Oleracea ExtractLactobacillus/soybean Ferment ExtractCinnamomum Cassia Bark ExtractAlpinia Galanga ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf WaterHydrogenated lecithinSodium HyaluronateSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilOryza sativa Germ OilCocos Nucifera OilButylene GlycolAcrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTromethamineDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerBeta-GlucanTrehaloseRaffinoseBetaineAdenosineCyamopsis Tetragonoloba GumAgarDisodium EDTAPolyquaternium-51CarbomerXanthan GumSucrosePalmitoylPentapeptide4FructooligosaccharidesXylitylglucosideGlycolipidsAnhydroxylitolXylitolPullulanCandidaBombicolaGlucoseMethylRapeseedateFermentSucrose DistearateGlucoseSteareth-21LysolecithinSteareth-2IsohexadecaneCetyl AlcoholLactobacillusStearic AcidFructanCholesterolCeramide NPInulinTocopheryl AcetatePhenethyl alcoholMilk ProteinLactoseBisabololPEG-30 DipolyhydroxystearateFragranceEthylhexylglycerinPentylene GlycolHydroxyacetophenone

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Methylpropanediol

Diol solvent and extraction carrier; enhances solubility of actives, low irritation profile.

Glycerin

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

Bifida Ferment lysate

Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skin

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Polyglycerin-3

Not decoded yet

Isopentyldiol

Solvent at 1–10%; helps dissolve actives, fresh feel

Niacinamide

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

Cyclohexasiloxane

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

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Pteris Multifida Extract

Not decoded yet

Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract

Artichoke leaf extract for skin conditioning; often in botanical blends.

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Antioxidant and soothing extract; mild abrasive properties, common in conditioning formulas

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; has antibacterial properties, allergy testing advised.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; antioxidant properties, light sensitivity advised.

Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract

Coccinia indica fruit extract for skin conditioning; plant-derived, low irritation.

Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract

Eggplant fruit extract for skin conditioning; watch for batch consistency and potential allergenicity.

Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract

Extract for basic emollience; usually low-level, check extract solvent residues

Salix Alba Bark Extract

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

Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract

Oregano extract with antimicrobial properties; high doses may irritate.

ChamaecyparisObtusaLeafExtract

Not decoded yet

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Powder

Not decoded yet

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

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

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

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

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

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

Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract

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

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract

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

Alpinia Galanga Extract

Galanga extract, traditional for aroma and conditioning; contains volatiles, check photosensitivity.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water

Green tea leaf water containing polyphenols; offers soothing, astringent, and antioxidant effects, often a base for toners.

Hydrogenated lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

Oryza sativa Germ Oil

Rice bran oil, moisturizing conditioning; 1–5% typical, low irritation, low comedogenicity

Cocos Nucifera Oil

Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.

Butylene Glycol

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

Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone thickener at 0.5-2%; silky/matte feel, non-comedogenic, partial oil phase incompatibility, use co-solvent/pre-emulsification.

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

Trehalose

Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.

Raffinose

Oligosaccharide humectant at 1–5%; improves feel and supports conditioning; low irritation, compatible with most systems.

Betaine

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

Adenosine

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

Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum

Guar gum, natural thickener/stabiliser at 0.5–2%; biodegradable, dry film may feel astringent

Agar

Natural polysaccharide gelling agent for thickening and suspension; may gel at high levels, avoid cationic systems

Disodium EDTA

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

Polyquaternium-51

Not decoded yet

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Xanthan Gum

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

Sucrose

Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.

PalmitoylPentapeptide4

Not decoded yet

Fructooligosaccharides

Prebiotic polysaccharide for hydration/skin conditioning; high levels may feel sticky

Xylitylglucoside

Polyol humectant with high water absorption and fresh feel; often co-used with propylene glycol for enhanced hydration.

Glycolipids

Cell membrane lipids mimicking skin barrier structure; used in repair formulations and biomimetic membranes

Anhydroxylitol

Anhydrous xylitol, potent humectant; high hygroscopicity may cause stickiness at high levels.

Xylitol

Polyol humectant, sweet taste; water-soluble, high hygroscopy, excess draws moisture.

Pullulan

Microbial polysaccharide for film forming and thickening; water-soluble film former used in capsules or moisturizing films.

CandidaBombicolaGlucoseMethylRapeseedateFerment

Not decoded yet

Sucrose Distearate

Nonionic emulsifier and emollient at 1–3%; biodegradable, low irritancy, for mild cleansing and emulsions

Glucose

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

Steareth-21

Not decoded yet

Lysolecithin

Lecithin derivative emulsifier used for stabilization in O/W systems; no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Steareth-2

Not decoded yet

Isohexadecane

Lightweight mineral-oil-derived emollient and solvent; low viscosity, non-comedogenic, improves texture

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Lactobacillus

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Fructan

Prebiotic humectant, 0.5–2%; modulates microflora, very low comedogenicity

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Ceramide NP

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

Inulin

Plant fiber/prebiotic for moisturizing; fully dissolve to avoid crystallization

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Phenethyl alcohol

Alcohol with preservative and fragrance properties; 0.5-1%, floral scent, can replace some preservatives

Milk Protein

Not decoded yet

Lactose

Low-irritant humectant and skin conditioner, common in gentle formulations.

Bisabolol

Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.

PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate

W/O emulsifier for fatty acids; contains PEG, verify preservative compatibility.

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Hydroxyacetophenone

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