TonyMoly tonymoly 2x first 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. Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
2. Water
3. Propanediol
4. Methylpropanediol
5. Saccharum Officinarum Extract
6. Chondrus Crispus Extract
7. Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
8. Hydrogenated Polydecene
9. Dipropylene Glycol
10. Phenoxyethanol
11. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
12. Dimethicone
13. Carbomer
14. Caprylyl Glycol
15. Tromethamine
16. Hydrolyzed Collagen
17. Fragrance
18. Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
19. Butylene Glycol
20. Lecithin
21. Adenosine
22. Ethylhexylglycerin
23. Acacia Senegal Gum
24. Disodium EDTA
25. Xanthan Gum
26. 1,2-Hexanediol
27. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
28. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
29. Talc
30. Pentylene Glycol
31. Yellow 11
32. Glycolic Acid
33. Oenothera Biennis Oil
34. Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
35. Platinum Powder
36. Sodium Hyaluronate
37. Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
38. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
39. Polysorbate 80
40. Eclipta Prostrata Extract
41. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
42. Raspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol Esters
43. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
44. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
45. Hydrogenated Lecithin
46. Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract
47. Ceramide 3
48. Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Highlights

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

Formulation view Sea buckthorn-based fluid with botanical oils. Carbomer thickened, silicone brightening. Suits oily skin. Factory note: manage compatibility of volatile botanicals with actives in complex formulations.

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit ExtractChondrus Crispus ExtractCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SOLVENT

PropanediolMethylpropanediol

MOISTURISING

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Other ingredients

Dipropylene GlycolPhenoxyethanolPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilDimethiconeCarbomerCaprylyl GlycolTromethamineHydrolyzed CollagenFragranceHelichrysum Italicum Flower WaterButylene GlycolLecithinAdenosineEthylhexylglycerinAcacia Senegal GumDisodium EDTAXanthan Gum1,2-HexanediolAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateTalcPentylene GlycolYellow 11Glycolic AcidOenothera Biennis OilMoringa Oleifera Seed OilPlatinum PowderSodium HyaluronateArgania Spinosa Kernel OilMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractPolysorbate 80Eclipta Prostrata ExtractSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilRaspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol EstersCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed ExtractHydrogenated LecithinHydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf ExtractCeramide 3Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract

Sea buckthorn fruit extract for skin conditioning; stable at low levels, check phototoxicity at high doses.

Water

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

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Methylpropanediol

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

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

Sugarcane extract, mainly moisturizing and conditioning; use at low levels; prone to microbes, needs preservatives.

Chondrus Crispus Extract

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

Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract

Safflower flower extract containing carthamin; used for skin conditioning and antioxidant properties, not primarily a colorant.

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Phenoxyethanol

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

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.

Dimethicone

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Hydrolyzed protein for film-forming and moisture; molecular weight limits penetration, check source for shellfish allergies

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water

Italian helichrysum floral water, soothing and antioxidant; contains essential oils, patch test for sensitive skin

Butylene Glycol

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

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Adenosine

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Acacia Senegal Gum

Natural film-former and fragrance agent; used for viscosity or film, check purity for allergens

Disodium EDTA

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

Xanthan Gum

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Talc

Inorganic mineral powder for texture and oil absorption; must be asbestos-free; fineness affects skin feel and safety, avoid inhalation.

Pentylene Glycol

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

Yellow 11

Food-grade yellow colorant for tinting; no active function, must comply with local regulatory limits

Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid for exfoliation; requires buffering at concentrations >10%, avoid combination with other acids.

Oenothera Biennis Oil

Natural oil rich in GLA; supports barrier, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

Light emollient oil rich in oleic acid; moderate comedogenic risk.

Platinum Powder

Functional powder for skin conditioning; very high cost, trace levels; verify regulatory status.

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

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

Polysorbate 80

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens

Eclipta Prostrata Extract

Eclipta prostrata extract used for antioxidant and hair coloring; water-soluble, low irritation and comedogenic risk at typical levels.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

Raspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol Esters

Raspberry seed oil with tocopherol succinate ester; combined emollient and antioxidant, 1–3%.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract

Sweet almond extract, oils/phenolics for moisture/repair, low allergenicity but label nut origin

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract

Hydrolyzed myrtle leaf extract providing skin protection, antioxidant, and antibacterial activity.

Ceramide 3

Ceramide 3 to restore skin barrier and moisturize; used at 0.01–1%, often blended

Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Seaholly extract; provides natural moisturizing polysaccharides; mild and highly hydrating at low usage levels.

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