dr-g Dr. G Ph Cleansing Oil
dr-g Dr. G Ph Cleansing Oil lists 30 ingredients on its label, 27 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.
- Water
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- Dipropylene Glycol
- Cyclomethicone
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Glycerin
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Lactobacillus
- Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
- Theanine
- Glutathione
- Milk Lipids
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
- Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
- Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil Unsaponifiables
- Glycine Soja Oil Unsaponifiables
- Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
- Pollen Extract
- Citric Acid
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Disodium EDTA
- Sodium Citrate
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragrance
Formulation view Cleansing oil with water/oil phases. PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate emulsifies; Cyclohexasiloxane adds volatility. Includes fermented lysates and Glutathione. Essential oils soothe. 1,2-Hexanediol preserves. Ideal for mixed skin. Note: Volatile silicones improve feel but face regulatory limits; complex ferments require patch testing.
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- FRAGRANCE
- Dipropylene Glycol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cyclomethicone
- ANTISTATIC
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- 1,2-HexanediolBifida Ferment Lysate
Other ingredients
LactobacillusLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateTheanineGlutathioneMilk LipidsLavandula Angustifolia OilAnthemis Nobilis Flower OilMoringa Pterygosperma Seed ExtractRosa Canina Fruit OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilOlea Europaea Oil UnsaponifiablesLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractMelissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil UnsaponifiablesGlycine Soja Oil UnsaponifiablesAnastatica Hierochuntica ExtractPollen ExtractCitric AcidEthylhexylglycerinDisodium EDTASodium Citrate
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dipropylene Glycol | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclomethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT · 限制 Entry 1388 of Annex II corresponds to D4 (Cyclotetrasiloxane). If Cyclomethicone contains D4 then entry II/1388 applies. Restricted under COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2024/1328. 1. Shall not be placed on the market (a) as a substance on its own; (b) as a constituent of other substances; or (c) in mixtures; in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,1 % by weight of the respective substance after 6 June 2026. [...] 3. By way of derogation: (a) for D4 and D5 in wash-off cosmetic products, paragraph 1, point (c), shall apply afte | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isononyl Isononanoate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bifida Ferment Lysate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lactobacillus | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, ANTIMICROBIAL | 0 · – | Green |
| Theanine | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glutathione | REDUCING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Milk Lipids | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC · 限制 III/360 | 0 · – | Green |
| Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract | 皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Rosa Canina Fruit Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil Unsaponifiables | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Glycine Soja Oil Unsaponifiables | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Pollen Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN PROTECTING | 2 · – | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Citrate | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- PEG-modified nonionic surfactant for emulsification and cleansing; contains PEG, monitor dioxane, low comedogenicity.
- Dipropylene Glycol
- Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG
- Cyclomethicone
- Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skin
- Lactobacillus
- Lactobacillus derivatives for skin conditioning; verify fermentation purity and safety.
- Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
- Bio-fermented filtrate for antimicrobial and anti-dandruff effects; assess individual variability, avoid in known allergy.
- Theanine
- Theanine, antioxidant and humectant; water-soluble, suitable for aqueous phases, use at low concentrations
- Glutathione
- Antioxidant and brightening agent; unstable, requires antioxidants and protection from light.
- Milk Lipids
- Not decoded yet
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
- Botanical oil as fragrance and conditioner; contains allergens, dilute and test for sensitization
- Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
- Moringa seed extract rich in antioxidants and amino acids; used for skin conditioning, often added as a functional ingredient.
- Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
- Rosehip oil, rich in oleic/linoleic acids for emolliency/repair; prone to oxidation, needs protection
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
- Olive oil unsaponifiables; rich in squalene and vitamin E. Use at 1-2% for repair; stable.
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Aromatic skin conditioning extract; contains fragrance allergens, test for sensitivity.
- Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Lemon balm extract for soothing; volatile oils, low allergy risk, light sensitive.
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.
- Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil Unsaponifiables
- Not decoded yet
- Glycine Soja Oil Unsaponifiables
- Not decoded yet
- Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
- Anastatica hierochuntica extract; traditional botanical, astringent and skin conditioning, limited data.
- Pollen Extract
- Pollen extract for skin protection and conditioning; high sensitization risk for pollen-allergic individuals.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Sodium Citrate
- Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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