TonyMoly 2x first light 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. Sea Water
2. Algae Extract
3. Hydrolyzed Collagen
4. Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
5. Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
6. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
7. Butylene Glycol
8. Xanthan Gum
9. Glycereth-26
10. Allantoin
11. Disodium EDTA
12. Propanediol
13. Isopentyldiol
14. PPG-26-Buteth-26
15. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
16. Water
17. Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
18. Parfum
19. Ethylhexylglycerin
20. Tromethamine
21. Niacinamide
22. Adenosine
23. Water
24. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
25. Butylene Glycol
26. Gelatin
27. 1,2-Hexanediol
28. Pentylene Glycol
29. Acacia Senegal Gum
30. Tromethamine
31. Carbomer
32. Cellulose Gum
33. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
34. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
35. Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
36. Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
37. Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
38. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
39. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
40. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
41. Corallina Officinalis Extract
42. Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
43. Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
44. Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
45. Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
46. Water
47. Butylene Glycol
48. Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
49. Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
50. Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
51. Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
52. 1,2-Hexanediol
53. Glycerin
54. Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
55. Pvm/Ma Copolymer
56. Dipropylene Glycol
57. 1,2-Hexanediol
58. Water

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains PEGContains mineral oilContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oils

Formulation view Marine-inspired essence featuring seawater and various algae extracts. Combined with hydrolyzed collagen, niacinamide, and adenosine for care. Silicones enhance texture. Factory view: High natural content requires compatible preservation, suitable for natural skincare preferences.

Key ingredients

HUMECTANT

Sea WaterButylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Algae Extract

ANTISTATIC

Hydrolyzed Collagen

SKIN CONDITIONING

Hizikia Fusiforme ExtractChlorella Vulgaris Extract

EMULSION STABILISING

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

BINDING

Xanthan Gum

Other ingredients

Glycereth-26AllantoinDisodium EDTAPropanediolIsopentyldiolPPG-26-Buteth-26PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilWaterDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl TrimethiconeParfumEthylhexylglycerinTromethamineNiacinamideAdenosineWaterCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideButylene GlycolGelatin1,2-HexanediolPentylene GlycolAcacia Senegal GumTromethamineCarbomerCellulose GumMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractPinus Palustris Leaf ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractPueraria Lobata Root ExtractWaterButylene GlycolPinus Palustris Leaf ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractPueraria Lobata Root Extract1,2-HexanediolGlycerinGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid CopolymerPvm/Ma CopolymerDipropylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolWater

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Ingredients explained

Sea Water

Natural ingredient with salts; acts as solvent or humectant, high salt content may feel gritty

Algae Extract

Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.

Hydrolyzed Collagen

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

Hizikia Fusiforme Extract

Seaweed extract for hydration; potential allergen, use with caution in sensitive skin.

Chlorella Vulgaris Extract

Algae extract for skin conditioning and antioxidant; typically 1-5%, monitor stability

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Xanthan Gum

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

Glycereth-26

Glycereth-26, humectant/viscosity modifier at 1–5%; non-ionic water-soluble, boosts stability and feel.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Disodium EDTA

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

Propanediol

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

Isopentyldiol

Solvent at 1–10%; helps dissolve actives, fresh feel

PPG-26-Buteth-26

Not decoded yet

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

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

Water

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

Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone

Phenyl trimethicone for anti-foaming and slip; silicone-based, silky feel

Parfum

Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Niacinamide

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

Adenosine

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

Water

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Gelatin

Animal-derived film former for capsules/masks; pH-sensitive, prone to microbial degradation.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Pentylene Glycol

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

Acacia Senegal Gum

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Cellulose Gum

Cellulose gum, water-soluble thickener/stabilizer; may destabilize with cationics, hydrate first.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

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

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; antioxidant properties, light sensitivity advised.

Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract

Coccinia indica fruit extract for skin conditioning; plant-derived, low irritation.

Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract

Eggplant fruit extract for skin conditioning; watch for batch consistency and potential allergenicity.

Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract

Extract for basic emollience; usually low-level, check extract solvent residues

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Holy basil leaf extract for conditioning; complex botanical, patch test recommended for compatibility

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract

Longleaf pine needle extract for toning; contains essential oils, allergen risk for sensitive skin.

Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

Plant extract for basic skin conditioning; low usage, ensure raw material consistency

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract

Evening primrose flower extract acting as an astringent; generally safe at standard formulation levels.

Pueraria Lobata Root Extract

Kudzu root extract as humectant; contains isoflavones, limit dose due to endocrine activity.

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

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract

Longleaf pine needle extract for toning; contains essential oils, allergen risk for sensitive skin.

Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

Plant extract for basic skin conditioning; low usage, ensure raw material consistency

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract

Evening primrose flower extract acting as an astringent; generally safe at standard formulation levels.

Pueraria Lobata Root Extract

Kudzu root extract as humectant; contains isoflavones, limit dose due to endocrine activity.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Glycerin

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

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer for thickening and moisturizing; synthetic polymer with low sensitization risk.

Pvm/Ma Copolymer

Film former at 1–5%; for styling/hair care, provides lasting effect

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Water

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

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