dermaquest Skinbrite Cream

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. Butylene Glycol
3. Glycerin
4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5. Hexyl Laurate
6. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
7. Kojic Acid Dipalmitate
8. Sorbitol
9. Stearic Acid
10. PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
11. Lentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract
12. Glyceryl Stearate
13. PEG-100 Stearate
14. Cetyl Alcohol
15. Sorbitan Stearate
16. Polysorbate 60
17. Dimethicone
18. Dicaprylyl Ether
19. Safflower Seed Oil Piperonyl Esters
20. Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
21. Hexylresorcinol
22. Hydroxyapatite
23. Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Extract
24. Morus Alba Fruit Extract
25. Sodium Hyaluronate
26. Rumex Occidentalis Extract
27. Chondrus Crispus Extract
28. Propylene Glycol
29. Methyl Undecenoyl Leucinate
30. Dextran
31. Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-36
32. Nonapeptide-1
33. Resorcinol
34. Bakuchiol
35. Ergothioneine
36. Tocopheryl Acetate
37. Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate
38. Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
39. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
40. Tricholoma Matsutake Extract
41. Lilium Candidum Leaf Cell Extract
42. Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
43. Arbutin
44. Alcohol
45. Thymus Hydrolysate
46. PEG-8
47. Tocopherol
48. Ascorbyl Palmitate
49. Ascorbic Acid
50. Citric Acid
51. Sodium Hydroxide
52. Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
53. Xanthan Gum
54. Phenoxyethanol
55. Caprylyl Glycol
56. Ethylhexylglycerin
57. Hexylene Glycol
58. Disodium EDTA
59. Sodium Benzoate
60. Sodium Metabisulfite
61. Fragrance Parfum
62. Linalool
63. Limonene

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains alcoholContains fragrance

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolSorbitol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hexyl Laurate

ANTIOXIDANT

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

抗氧化剂

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate

Other ingredients

Stearic AcidPPG-12/Smdi CopolymerLentinus Edodes Mycelium ExtractGlyceryl StearatePEG-100 StearateCetyl AlcoholSorbitan StearatePolysorbate 60DimethiconeDicaprylyl EtherSafflower Seed Oil Piperonyl EstersPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit ExtractHexylresorcinolHydroxyapatiteArctostaphylos Uva Ursi ExtractMorus Alba Fruit ExtractSodium HyaluronateRumex Occidentalis ExtractChondrus Crispus ExtractPropylene GlycolMethyl Undecenoyl LeucinateDextranPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-36Nonapeptide-1ResorcinolBakuchiolErgothioneineTocopheryl AcetateDimethylmethoxy Chromanyl PalmitateMagnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractTricholoma Matsutake ExtractLilium Candidum Leaf Cell ExtractTriticum Vulgare Germ ExtractArbutinAlcoholThymus HydrolysatePEG-8TocopherolAscorbyl PalmitateAscorbic AcidCitric AcidSodium HydroxideMagnesium Aluminum SilicateXanthan GumPhenoxyethanolCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinHexylene GlycolDisodium EDTASodium BenzoateSodium MetabisulfiteFragrance ParfumLinaloolLimonene

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Ingredients explained

Water

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Glycerin

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Hexyl Laurate

Light ester emollient for silky feel; 1-5%, monitor oxidative stability

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

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

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate

Gentle brightening antioxidant; low water solubility requires emulsification, caution for sensitive skin

Sorbitol

Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer

Film former, hair styling, volatile, dry touch, non-comedogenic.

Lentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract

Lentinus edodes mycelium extract for skin conditioning; water-soluble, prone to degradation, add preservatives

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.

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Sorbitan Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; hydrophobic, requires co-emulsifiers, inert at high purity

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Dicaprylyl Ether

Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.

Safflower Seed Oil Piperonyl Esters

Not decoded yet

Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract

Amla fruit extract with antioxidants; humectant and conditioning, preserve freshness

Hexylresorcinol

Tyrosinase inhibitor for whitening; typical range 0.1-1.5%, potential irritation at high levels, control pH.

Hydroxyapatite

Mineral abrasive/bulking agent; gentle physical exfoliant for oral care.

Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Extract

Not decoded yet

Morus Alba Fruit Extract

White mulberry fruit extract; antioxidant-rich, used in skincare, generally low irritancy, test on sensitive skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Rumex Occidentalis Extract

Not decoded yet

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Carrageenan for thickening and moisturizing; seaweed-based, pH-sensitive

Propylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.

Methyl Undecenoyl Leucinate

Amino acid ester skin conditioner providing slip and emollience. Oil-soluble, mixes well with other oil phases; low sensitization potential.

Dextran

Polysaccharide for binding; water-soluble requires preservation.

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-36

Not decoded yet

Nonapeptide-1

Nonapeptide-1 for hair/skin conditioning; enhances shine and strength, low irritation.

Resorcinol

Resorcinol for keratolysis and antioxidant; restricted concentration; high allergenicity, strict compliance needed

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol; antioxidant and conditioning. Often an A-alternative, prone to oxidation and color shift, needs stabilization.

Ergothioneine

Ergothioneine, potent antioxidant; 0.01–0.1%, water-soluble, synergizes with Vit C/E.

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate

Synthetic antioxidant (Chromanol) for potent anti-photoaging; used under 1% to stabilize lipid antioxidants.

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Water-soluble Vitamin C derivative for antioxidant and brightening; more stable than ascorbic acid

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Liquorice root extract for soothing and brightening; batch variability, watch polyphenol interactions

Tricholoma Matsutake Extract

Matsutake extract with amino acids and polysaccharides for hydration and antioxidant care. Add in aqueous phase; watch heat sterilization impact on heat-sensitive polysaccharides.

Lilium Candidum Leaf Cell Extract

Plant cell extract for skin conditioning; use at low levels, efficacy depends on supplier data

Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract

Wheat germ extract, nutrient-rich; contains gluten, test for sensitivity.

Arbutin

Tyrosinase inhibitor for whitening; typical use 1-2%, comply with EU restrictions on specific arbutins.

Alcohol

Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.

Thymus Hydrolysate

Not decoded yet

PEG-8

Not decoded yet

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Magnesium Aluminum Silicate

Oil-absorbing powder at 5–20%; for pressed/powder makeup, high levels may feel heavy

Xanthan Gum

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

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Hexylene Glycol

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

Disodium EDTA

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

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Sodium Metabisulfite

Antioxidant/preservative at 0.05–0.2%; irritating for sensitive skin, avoid with oxidizers

Fragrance Parfum

Not decoded yet

Linalool

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

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

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