miguhara Ultra Whitening 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. Water
2. Glycerin
3. 1,2-Hexanediol
4. Niacinamide
5. Betaine
6. Butylene Glycol
7. Panthenol
8. Glycereth-25 Pca Isostearate
9. Xanthan Gum
10. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
11. Malt Extract
12. Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
13. Sodium Hyaluronate
14. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
15. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
16. Beta-Glucan
17. Phellinus Linteus Extract
18. Caprylyl Glycol
19. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
20. Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
21. Juniperus Mexicana Oil
22. Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil
23. Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
24. Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment
25. Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
26. Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
27. Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
28. Adenium Obesum Leaf Cell Extract
29. Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
30. Centella Asiatica Extract
31. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
32. Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
33. Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract
34. Carum Petroselinum Extract
35. Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
36. Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
37. Melaleuca Alternifolia Extract
38. Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
39. Phyllostachys Nigra Leaf Extract
40. Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract
41. Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
42. Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
43. Yeast Beta-Glucan
44. Laminaria Japonica Extract

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragrance

Formulation view Water/glycerin base with niacinamide, panthenol, and botanical extracts like licorice and centella. Includes hyaluronic acid derivatives; thickened with xanthan gum. Gentle preservation. Factory view: high ingredient load requires stability assessment, especially botanical-acid interactions, ideal for combination skin seeking brightening.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

HAIR CONDITIONING

Betaine

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

ANTISTATIC

Panthenol

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Glycereth-25 Pca Isostearate

Other ingredients

Xanthan GumDipotassium GlycyrrhizateMalt ExtractCitrus Paradisi Peel OilSodium HyaluronateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidBeta-GlucanPhellinus Linteus ExtractCaprylyl GlycolCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilSodium Acetylated HyaluronateJuniperus Mexicana OilCoriandrum Sativum Fruit OilMentha Viridis Leaf OilLactobacillus/Rice FermentMentha Piperita Leaf ExtractMorinda Citrifolia Fruit ExtractPrunus Mume Fruit ExtractAdenium Obesum Leaf Cell ExtractCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractActinidia Chinensis Fruit ExtractAloe Arborescens Leaf ExtractCarum Petroselinum ExtractBrassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf ExtractAdansonia Digitata Seed ExtractMelaleuca Alternifolia ExtractCynara Scolymus Leaf ExtractPhyllostachys Nigra Leaf ExtractBrassica Oleracea Gemmifera ExtractCucumis Melo Fruit ExtractCitrus Aurantifolia Fruit ExtractYeast Beta-GlucanLaminaria Japonica Extract

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Ingredients explained

Water

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

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

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Betaine

Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.

Butylene Glycol

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

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Glycereth-25 Pca Isostearate

Emulsifier and conditioning agent; 1–3% typical, low irritancy and comedogenicity

Xanthan Gum

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

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.

Malt Extract

Malt extract with sugars and polyphenols for skin protection; high sugar content requires preservative synergy

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil

Grapefruit peel oil for fragrance; contains phototoxic furanocoumarins, limit concentration, strict sun protection required

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

Phellinus Linteus Extract

Phellinus linteus polysaccharide at 0.1–0.5% in water phase; boosts hydration, low allergenicity

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Acetylated HA; modified for hydrophobicity, improved penetration and non-tacky feel compared to standard HA.

Juniperus Mexicana Oil

Mexican juniper essential oil for scent; high levels of essential oils are irritating.

Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil

Coriander seed oil, essential oil fragrance containing allergens; keep concentration below 0.1%, caution for sensitive skin and pregnant women.

Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil

Spearmint oil for cooling/fragrance, restricted; label allergens, limit for sensitive skin

Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment

Ferment filtrate; hydrating, requires preservative support.

Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract

Mint extract for cooling sensation; contains menthol, mild irritation potential.

Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract

Morinda fruit extract containing phenolics, claimed for antioxidant and brightening effects; botanical extract variability requires strict internal QC standards.

Prunus Mume Fruit Extract

Fruit extract as humectant; contains natural polysaccharides, water-soluble.

Adenium Obesum Leaf Cell Extract

Not decoded yet

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract

Botanical extract used as a skin conditioning agent

Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract

Plant extract used as auxiliary humectant and soothing agent at low concentrations

Carum Petroselinum Extract

Carum petroselinum extract; botanical skin conditioning agent, use low, monitor allergenicity.

Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract

Kale leaf extract for humectancy/skin conditioning; rich in polyphenols; check solvent residues.

Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract

Baobab seed extract with polysaccharides/proteins; skin conditioner, enhances moisture barrier.

Melaleuca Alternifolia Extract

Tea tree (Melaleuca) extract for emollient skin conditioning; monitor sensitivity.

Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract

Artichoke leaf extract for skin conditioning; often in botanical blends.

Phyllostachys Nigra Leaf Extract

Phyllostachys nigra leaf extract used as a skin conditioner; plant-based

Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract

Brussels sprout extract, astringent/conditioning; polyphenol-rich, acidic at high levels

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract

Melon fruit extract rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides for soothing and hydration; natural, may contain allergens, test for sensitization.

Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract

Lime fruit extract for skin conditioning; contains photosensitizing furocoumarins/allergens, limit concentration, avoid sun exposure.

Yeast Beta-Glucan

Yeast beta-glucan for barrier and hydration at 0.1–1%; high viscosity, dilute before use.

Laminaria Japonica Extract

Kelp extract providing hydration and antioxidant protection; water-soluble.

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