Dermalogica active moist

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/Aqua/Eau
2. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3. Methyl Gluceth-20
4. Pentylene Glycol
5. Butylene Glycol
6. Dimethicone
7. Lactamide Mea
8. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
9. Peg-100 Stearate
10. Cetearyl Alcohol
11. Stearic Acid
12. Glyceryl Stearate
13. Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
14. Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
15. Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
16. Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
17. Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
18. Arnica Montana Flower Extract
19. Parietaria Officinalis Extract
20. Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
21. Arctium Lappa Root Extract
22. Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
23. Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract
24. Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract
25. Silk Amino Acids
26. Glycolipids
27. Sodium Hyaluronate
28. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
29. Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
30. Lecithin
31. Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
32. Allantoin
33. Panthenol
34. Cetyl Alcohol
35. Polyquaternium-10
36. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
37. Polysorbate 60
38. Aminomethyl Propanol
39. Disodium Edta
40. Linalool
41. Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains animal-derived

Formulation view O/W moisturizer with light esters and silicones for a refreshing feel. Contains various plant extracts and ferments, plus a UV absorber. Factory view: UV filters in a moisturizer are unusual, likely for auxiliary daytime protection; not for standalone sun use.

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water/Aqua/Eau

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SKIN CONDITIONING

Pentylene Glycol

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

ANTISTATIC

Lactamide Mea

LIGHT STABILIZER

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Peg-100 Stearate

Other ingredients

Methyl Gluceth-20Cetearyl AlcoholStearic AcidGlyceryl StearateLavandula Angustifolia ExtractMalva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractHedera Helix Leaf/Stem ExtractCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractSambucus Nigra Flower ExtractArnica Montana Flower ExtractParietaria Officinalis ExtractNasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf ExtractArctium Lappa Root ExtractSalvia Officinalis Leaf ExtractCitrus Medica Limonum Fruit ExtractSaponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root ExtractSilk Amino AcidsGlycolipidsSodium HyaluronateLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltratePalmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin CrosspolymerLecithinVitis Vinifera Seed ExtractAllantoinPanthenolCetyl AlcoholPolyquaternium-10Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerPolysorbate 60Aminomethyl PropanolDisodium EdtaLinaloolLavandula Hybrida Oil

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Ingredients explained

Water/Aqua/Eau

Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Methyl Gluceth-20

Not decoded yet

Pentylene Glycol

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Dimethicone

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

Lactamide Mea

Amide humectant for skin/hair conditioning and antistatic use. Enhances humectancy with polyols; may cause mild irritation at high levels.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

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

Peg-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Lavandula Angustifolia Extract

Lavender extract; regulating and calming. Contains linalool and other allergens, use with caution for sensitive skin.

Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Mallow extract for moisturizing and soothing conditioning. Contains mucilaginous polysaccharides, gentle and non-irritating; suitable for dry/sensitive skin.

Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract

Ivy extract for soothing/astringent skin care; usually acts in synergy.

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention

Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract

Plant extract for soothing and toning; high levels of crude extracts may sensitize.

Arnica Montana Flower Extract

Arnica extract; plant soothing/perfume alternative; low conc, potential sensitizer, patch test advised

Parietaria Officinalis Extract

Parietaria extract for soothing and emollient conditioning. Plant-derived, well-tolerated at standard levels; no known severe compatibility issues.

Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract

Watercress extract for sebum control, soothing, and tonic effects. Plant-derived, safe at standard levels; suitable for oily skin conditioning.

Arctium Lappa Root Extract

Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.

Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract

Herbal extract for seborrhea control, antibacterial action, and oral care; high levels may irritate sensitive skin.

Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract

Citrus Medica Limonum fruit extract for scent and phenolics; contains photosensitizing furanocoumarins, use cautiously in daytime products.

Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract

Saponaria extract with natural saponins for mild cleansing; may cause mild foaming.

Silk Amino Acids

Silk amino acids for humectancy and hair/skin care; low molecular weight, easily absorbed

Glycolipids

Cell membrane lipids mimicking skin barrier structure; used in repair formulations and biomimetic membranes

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Bio-fermented filtrate for antimicrobial and anti-dandruff effects; assess individual variability, avoid in known allergy.

Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer

Cationic modified starch for conditioning and suspension; balance charge at high use.

Lecithin

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

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

Grape seed extract with OPCs; potent antioxidant; used for skin protection and UV support; needs stabilizers.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Panthenol

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

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Polyquaternium-10

Cationic polymer for fabric or hair smoothness; generally low irritation but may conflict with other cationic actives

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Polysorbate 60

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

Aminomethyl Propanol

pH buffer at 0.1–1%; irritating at high levels, avoid direct mixing with strong acids/bases

Disodium Edta

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

Linalool

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

Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Essential oil for emollience and fragrance; contains allergens like linalool, requires EU 26 labeling

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