mylan Cidead
mylan Mylan Cidead lists 37 ingredients on its label, 30 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.
- Purified Water
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Cyclomethicone
- Polydimethylsiloxane
- Avocado Oil
- Glycerin
- Steareth-21
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Dimethicone
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Trideceth-6
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- Steareth-20
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Isostearyl Isostearate
- Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
- Cetyl Stearate
- Stearic Acid
- Olive Oil
- Vitamin E Acetate
- Cocoa Butter
- Shea Butter
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Caprylic-Capric Triglyceride
- Dimethiconol
- Lecithin
- Ceramide 3
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Phenoxyethanol
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Xanthan Gum
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Squalane
- Cholesterol
- Ethyl Linoleate
- Butylated Hydroxytoluene
- Disodium EDTA
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains fragrance
Formulation view A lipid-dense formulation combining avocado and shea butters with silicones for intense occlusion. Ceramide and cholesterol complexes reinforce the skin barrier, supported by hyaluronic acid for hydration. Best suited for extremely dry or compromised skin. Formulator's note: The synergy between plant oils and volatile silicones is notable; it mitigates the heaviness of traditional occlusive creams, creating a modern sensory profile that enhances user adherence to daily moisturizing routines.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Purified Water
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- CyclomethiconeCyclopentasiloxane
- 皮肤调理剂
- Avocado Oil
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- ABSORBENT
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
Other ingredients
PolydimethylsiloxaneSteareth-21Trideceth-6PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeSteareth-20Cetyl AlcoholIsostearyl IsostearatePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCetyl StearateStearic AcidOlive OilVitamin E AcetateCocoa ButterShea ButterCyclopentasiloxaneCaprylic-Capric TriglycerideDimethiconolLecithinCeramide 3Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuicePhenoxyethanolMethylisothiazolinoneXanthan GumSodium HyaluronateSqualaneCholesterolEthyl LinoleateButylated HydroxytolueneDisodium EDTA
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purified Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 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 |
| Polydimethylsiloxane | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Avocado Oil | 皮肤调理剂,柔润剂 | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Steareth-21 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sodium Polyacrylate | ABSORBENT, BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trideceth-6 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Steareth-20 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Isostearyl Isostearate | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | — | Green |
| Cetyl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Olive Oil | 润肤剂, 皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 3 | Green |
| Vitamin E Acetate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cocoa Butter | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Shea Butter | 乳化剂,皮肤调理剂,保湿剂 | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic-Capric Triglyceride | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Dimethiconol | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ceramide 3 | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Methylisothiazolinone | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/57 V/39 | 5 · 0 | Yellow |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cholesterol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethyl Linoleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | 抗氧化剂 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Purified Water
- Deionized or purified water serving as the formulation solvent base; requires protection from microbial contamination, typically constitutes the majority of the formula.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Cyclomethicone
- Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026
- Polydimethylsiloxane
- Not decoded yet
- Avocado Oil
- Avocado oil rich in unsaturated fatty acids for nourishment and repair; heavy texture.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Steareth-21
- Not decoded yet
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.
- Trideceth-6
- Not decoded yet
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits
- Steareth-20
- Not decoded yet
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Isostearyl Isostearate
- Dry emollient providing non-greasy feel; low comedogenic risk, suitable for combination skin.
- Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
- Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.
- Cetyl Stearate
- Emollient and emulsifier, can be slightly greasy at high levels
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Olive Oil
- Plant oil base providing emolliency and occlusion; high PUFA content requires antioxidants to prevent oxidation.
- Vitamin E Acetate
- Not decoded yet
- Cocoa Butter
- Not decoded yet
- Shea Butter
- Natural butter providing emollient and occlusive moisturizing; used as emollient and emulsifier.
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.
- Caprylic-Capric Triglyceride
- Not decoded yet
- Dimethiconol
- Dimethiconol; silicone emollient providing silky feel and reducing friction; moderate comedogenicity, avoid excess.
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Ceramide 3
- Ceramide 3 to restore skin barrier and moisturize; used at 0.01–1%, often blended
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Strong preservative; high allergy risk, EU restricted for leave-on products, high formulation risk
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.
- Ethyl Linoleate
- Fatty acid ester emollient for dryness; prone to oxidation, requires light protection.
- Butylated Hydroxytoluene
- BHT synthetic antioxidant for lipid stability; check EU labeling limits and sensitivity issues.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
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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