transparent-lab Transparent lab Protect + Correct Serum
transparent-lab Transparent lab Protect + Correct Serum lists 32 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.
- Aqua
- Glycerin
- Propanediol
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Polysorbate 80
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Resveratrol
- Ferulic Acid
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Squalane
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
- Phosphatidylcholine
- Mannitol
- Cholesterol
- Xanthan Gum
- Carbomer
- Tocopherol
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Decyl Glucoside
- Sodium Chloride
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Polysorbate 20
- Sodium Benzoate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Phenoxyethanol
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains parabensContains PEGContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains animal-derived
Formulation view Water-based serum with Glycerin, Light Esters, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Resveratrol, Ferulic Acid, and Turmeric. Phenoxethanol preservation. Suitable for mixed to dry skin. Formulator note: Rich lipid phase requires oxidation stability monitoring; high Turmeric concentrations may cause sensitivity.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaPropanediol
- DENATURANT
- GlycerinPolysorbate 80
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
- ANTIOXIDANT
- Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateResveratrol
Other ingredients
Ferulic AcidCurcuma Longa Root ExtractAdansonia Digitata Seed OilHelianthus Annuus Seed OilRetinyl PalmitatePolyglyceryl-10 LaurateEthylhexylglycerinSqualaneTocopheryl AcetateHydrogenated PhosphatidylcholinePhosphatidylcholineMannitolCholesterolXanthan GumCarbomerTocopherolCetearyl AlcoholDecyl GlucosideSodium ChlorideSorbitan OleatePolysorbate 20Sodium BenzoatePotassium SorbatePhenoxyethanol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irritancy | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 80 | DENATURANT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 | Green |
| Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 | Green |
| Resveratrol | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 | Green |
| Ferulic Acid | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT | 0 | Green |
| Curcuma Longa Root Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Retinyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 1 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Phosphatidylcholine | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Mannitol | BINDING, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Cholesterol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Decyl Glucoside | CLEANSING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Oleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 | Yellow |
Comedogenic ratings need a published source. This batch is not yet sourced, so it is not shown.
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Polysorbate 80
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
- Sweet almond oil, light emollient; suitable for sensitive skin, caution for nut allergies.
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Vitamin C derivative antioxidant at 0.5–2%; light-sensitive, requires opaque packaging
- Resveratrol
- Potent polyphenol antioxidant <1%; light-sensitive, needs antioxidants/chelators
- Ferulic Acid
- Antioxidant, often combined with vitamin C and E; 0.5-2%, photolabile
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.
- Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
- Babassu/baobab seed oil, emollient; high oleic/palmitic, prone to oxidation, add antioxidants, store in dark.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.
- Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; cetyl ester structure may irritate sensitive skin, use at 0.5-3%.
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
- Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, bio-mimetic emulsifier; gentle emulsifier and skin conditioner, suitable for liposomal systems.
- Phosphatidylcholine
- Biocompatible emulsifier mimicking sebum; plant/egg derived, check oxidative stability
- Mannitol
- Polyol humectant with binding/skin conditioning properties; high levels may cause osmotic irritation
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- Decyl Glucoside
- Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for oil-in-water systems; plant-derived, check oxidative stability
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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