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. Citrus Tangerina Extract
2. Butylene Glycol
3. Niacinamide
4. Dipropylene Glycol
5. Methyl Gluceth-20
6. Water
7. 1,2-Hexanediol
8. Glycereth-26
9. Arbutin
10. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
11. Panthenol
12. Chondrus Crispus Extract
13. Choleth-24
14. Saccharum Officinarum Extract
15. Carbomer
16. Tromethamine
17. Ethylhexylglycerin
18. Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
19. Allantoin
20. Sodium Hyaluronate
21. Tocopheryl Acetate
22. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
23. Adenosine
24. Sodium Phytate
25. Xanthan Gum
26. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
27. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
28. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
29. Ascorbyl Glucoside
30. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
31. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
32. Corallina Officinalis Extract
33. Citrus Limon Peel Oil
34. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
35. Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
36. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
37. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
38. Glycerin
39. Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
40. Madecassoside
41. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
42. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
43. Maltodextrin
44. Saccharide Hydrolysate
45. Tocopherol
46. Centella Asiatica Extract
47. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
48. Asiaticoside
49. Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
50. Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

Highlights

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

Formulation view Water-based gel stabilized by carbomer and cationic polymer for essential oil suspension. Core actives include arbutin and botanical extracts, thickened with chondrus crispus. Preserved using polyols like 1,2-hexanediol. Suited for fresh-feeling daily care. Factory note: Monitor pH rigorously to prevent viscosity drop when cationic polymers meet ionic species.

Key ingredients

TONIC

Citrus Tangerina Extract

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolGlycereth-26

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

FRAGRANCE

Dipropylene Glycol

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

ANTIOXIDANT

Arbutin

Other ingredients

Methyl Gluceth-20Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerPanthenolChondrus Crispus ExtractCholeth-24Saccharum Officinarum ExtractCarbomerTromethamineEthylhexylglycerinHydrolyzed Jojoba EstersAllantoinSodium HyaluronateTocopheryl AcetateCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilAdenosineSodium PhytateXanthan GumMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractAscorbyl GlucosideDipotassium GlycyrrhizateCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractCitrus Limon Peel OilLavandula Angustifolia OilCananga Odorata Flower OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilEucalyptus Globulus Leaf ExtractGlycerinGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root ExtractMadecassosideAnthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractMaltodextrinSaccharide HydrolysateTocopherolCentella Asiatica ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractAsiaticosidePolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract

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Ingredients explained

Citrus Tangerina Extract

Rich in VC and citrus scent; brightening/conditioning; check photosensitivity.

Butylene Glycol

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

Niacinamide

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

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Methyl Gluceth-20

Not decoded yet

Water

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Glycereth-26

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

Arbutin

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

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

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

Panthenol

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

Chondrus Crispus Extract

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

Choleth-24

Not decoded yet

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

Lightweight emollient and film-former; improves hair slip, generally low concentration.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

Bergamot essential oil, natural fragrance and photosensitizer; limit daytime use or use FCF grade

Adenosine

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

Sodium Phytate

Chelating agent stabilizes metal ions to prevent oxidative degradation; also used in oral care, high safety profile.

Xanthan Gum

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

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

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

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

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

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

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

Ascorbyl Glucoside

Stable Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant; more stable than pure ascorbic acid, releases activity slowly in neutral/basic conditions.

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

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

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.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil

Ylang-ylang essential oil, natural fragrance; contains multiple allergens, restrict usage per EU regulations, avoid for sensitive skin

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

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

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

Extract with cooling scent and conditioning; contains essential oil, potential allergen, control dose

Glycerin

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

Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract

Licorice root; anti-inflammatory/whitening, contains glycyrrhizin, caution for pollen-allergic individuals.

Madecassoside

Triterpenoid glycoside with soothing, repairing, and antioxidant effects; typical concentration 0.1-1%, suitable for sensitive or compromised skin, good stability.

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract

Chamomile extract used for soothing; check for potential sensitizing allergens.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

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

Maltodextrin

High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.

Saccharide Hydrolysate

Saccharide hydrolysate, strong humectant with hygroscopic properties; suitable for various dosage forms.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.

Asiaticoside

Plant glycoside, healing and antioxidant; poor solubility, use low levels with solubilizers.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, source of resveratrol antioxidant; water or alcohol soluble, check color shift with iron ions

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

Centella asiatica extract for repair and soothing; contains asiaticoside, good for barrier

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