innisfree 9 solutions 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. Cyclopentasiloxane
4. Dimethicone
5. Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
6. Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
7. Squalane
8. Cetearyl Alcohol
9. Glycerin
10. Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
11. Arbutin
12. Cyclohexasiloxane
13. Behenyl Alcohol
14. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
15. Glyceryl Stearate
16. Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
17. Pentaerythrityl Distearate
18. Silica
19. Phenoxyethanol
20. PEG-100 Stearate
21. Fragrance
22. Cetearyl Glucoside
23. Polysilicone-11
24. Polyacrylate-13
25. Niacinamide
26. Xanthan Gum
27. Polyisobutene
28. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
29. Ethylhexylglycerin
30. Disodium EDTA
31. Adenosine
32. Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract
33. Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
34. Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract
35. Orchid Extract
36. Polysorbate 20
37. Stearic Acid
38. Sorbitan Isostearate
39. Hydrogenated Lecithin
40. Calanthe Discolor Extract
41. Dextrin
42. Propanediol
43. Theobroma Cacao Extract
44. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
45. Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
46. Houttuynia Cordata Extract
47. Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
48. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
49. Prunella Vulgaris Leaf Extract
50. Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
51. Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
52. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
53. Alcohol
54. Sodium Hyaluronate
55. Tbhq
56. Oenothera Biennis Root Extract
57. Beta-Glucan
58. Potassium Sorbate
59. Citric Acid

Highlights

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

Formulation view A rich water-in-oil cream combining volatile silicones and squalane with lipid oils like lemon and shea butter. Emulsified with esters and alcohols, featuring arbutin, niacinamide, and botanical extracts. Suitable for dry to very dry skin requiring heavy occlusion. Factory observation: With multiple oil types including easily oxidized botanicals, strict antioxidant addition and batch stability monitoring are crucial to prevent rancidity and color changes.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclopentasiloxanePentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateSqualaneCetearyl Alcohol

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

SKIN CONDITIONING

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Other ingredients

GlycerinMangifera Indica Seed ButterArbutinCyclohexasiloxaneBehenyl AlcoholHydrogenated Vegetable OilGlyceryl StearateBis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl SilanePentaerythrityl DistearateSilicaPhenoxyethanolPEG-100 StearateFragranceCetearyl GlucosidePolysilicone-11Polyacrylate-13NiacinamideXanthan GumPolyisobuteneCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractEthylhexylglycerinDisodium EDTAAdenosineCamellia Japonica Leaf ExtractCitrus Unshiu Peel ExtractOpuntia Coccinellifera Fruit ExtractOrchid ExtractPolysorbate 20Stearic AcidSorbitan IsostearateHydrogenated LecithinCalanthe Discolor ExtractDextrinPropanediolTheobroma Cacao ExtractArtemisia Vulgaris ExtractGanoderma Lucidum ExtractHouttuynia Cordata ExtractLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearatePrunella Vulgaris Leaf ExtractRubus Idaeus Fruit ExtractTaraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root ExtractZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractAlcoholSodium HyaluronateTbhqOenothera Biennis Root ExtractBeta-GlucanPotassium SorbateCitric Acid

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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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Dimethicone

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

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Lightweight natural oil with mineral oil-like feel; oxidizes easily, add antioxidants and control dose.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Esther emollient for a light, silky feel; heavy at high concentrations.

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Glycerin

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

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Plant butter rich in fatty acids; provides lipid occlusion and emollience. Use with emulsifiers.

Arbutin

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

Cyclohexasiloxane

Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane

Silicone modifier for smoothness; contains PEG, used for foam and cleansing, manage PEG residuals

Pentaerythrityl Distearate

Oil-soluble emulsifier/wax; improves cream hardness and shine, typical use 1-5%, non-ionic

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Phenoxyethanol

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

PEG-100 Stearate

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

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Cetearyl Glucoside

Gentle non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier for low-irritation formulas; often co-blended

Polysilicone-11

Not decoded yet

Polyacrylate-13

Not decoded yet

Niacinamide

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

Xanthan Gum

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

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Disodium EDTA

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

Adenosine

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

Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract

Camellia leaf extract providing skin conditioning and antioxidant support; gentle with no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract

Citrus peel extract providing fragrance

Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract

Botanical fruit extract for skin conditioning; usually at low levels, act in synergy.

Orchid Extract

Orchid extract, moisturizing; efficacy varies by species, standardized extract preferred.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Sorbitan Isostearate

Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Calanthe Discolor Extract

Calanthe extract, repair and conditioning; 0.1–1% typical, data limited, low risk

Dextrin

Polymer thickener and binder from starch fermentation; biodegradable, hygroscopic, may affect powder flow

Propanediol

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

Theobroma Cacao Extract

Cacao extract providing antioxidants and conditioning, aids skin elasticity.

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Herbal extract rich in volatile essential oils for skin conditioning; check sensitization potential at high levels

Ganoderma Lucidum Extract

Botanical extract claimed for skin protection

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Houttuynia cordata extract for anti-inflammatory and soothing effects; contains volatile oils, patch test recommended for sensitive skin.

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract

Honeysuckle extract for soothing; requires antimicrobial protection.

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Non-ionic emulsifier at 1–3%; mild, easily combined with other surfactants.

Prunella Vulgaris Leaf Extract

Prunella leaf extract, soothing and conditioning; 0.1–1% typical, data limited, low risk

Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract

Raspberry fruit extract with astringent and keratolytic properties; exfoliating, may irritate at high levels

Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract

Dandelion root extract; traditional soothing and conditioning agent, low concentration, suitable for sensitive formulas.

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

Zanthoxylum fruit extract for skin conditioning; contains capsaicinoids, watch for irritation.

Alcohol

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

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Tbhq

Oil-phase antioxidant, 0.01–0.1% to prevent lipid oxidation, non-volatile, inert at low doses

Oenothera Biennis Root Extract

Evening primrose root extract, soothing and repair; contains minor fatty acids, generally well tolerated.

Beta-Glucan

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

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Citric Acid

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

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