hsgn Retinally Liposomal Retinal 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. Glycerin
3. Cyclohexasiloxane
4. Propanediol
5. 1,2-Hexanediol
6. Niacinamide
7. Dicaprylyl Ether
8. Betaine
9. Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
10. Hydrogenated Poly
11. Cetyl Alcohol
12. Cetearyl Alcohol
13. Cetearyl Olivate
14. Sorbitan Olivate
15. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
16. Panthenol
17. Hydrogenated Lecithin
18. Sodium Hyaluronate
19. Alpha-Bisabolol
20. Ceramide NP
21. Squalane
22. Allantoin
23. Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
24. Laminaria Japonica Extract
25. Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
26. Centella Asiatica Extract
27. Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
28. Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
29. Behenyl Alcohol
30. Glyceryl Stearate
31. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
32. Stearyl Alcohol
33. Pentaerythrityl Distearate
34. Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
35. Glyceryl Stearate SE
36. Cholesterol
37. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
38. Beta-Glucan
39. Retinal
40. Xanthan Gum
41. Adenosine
42. Fructooligosaccharides
43. Disodium EDTA
44. Butylene Glycol
45. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
46. Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide
47. Sucrose Distearate
48. Dipropylene Glycol
49. Tripeptide-1
50. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
51. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
52. Copper Tripeptide-1
53. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
54. Hexapeptide-9
55. Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
56. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
57. Potassium Hyaluronate
58. Hyaluronic Acid
59. Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
60. Hydroxyacetophenone
61. Ethylhexylglycerin
62. Caprylyl Glycol

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains PEG

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclohexasiloxaneDicaprylyl Ether

SOLVENT

Propanediol

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

HAIR CONDITIONING

Betaine

Other ingredients

Pentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateHydrogenated PolyCetyl AlcoholCetearyl AlcoholCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePanthenolHydrogenated LecithinSodium HyaluronateAlpha-BisabololCeramide NPSqualaneAllantoinHydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateLaminaria Japonica ExtractEclipta Prostrata Leaf ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractFicus Carica Fruit ExtractPolyglyceryl-2 StearateBehenyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearateSodium Stearoyl GlutamateStearyl AlcoholPentaerythrityl DistearateSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateGlyceryl Stearate SECholesterolC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateBeta-GlucanRetinalXanthan GumAdenosineFructooligosaccharidesDisodium EDTAButylene GlycolHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidAscorbic Acid PolypeptideSucrose DistearateDipropylene GlycolTripeptide-1Hydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Copper Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Hexapeptide-9Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerPotassium HyaluronateHyaluronic AcidPhytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateHydroxyacetophenoneEthylhexylglycerinCaprylyl Glycol

Skim through

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

Cyclohexasiloxane

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

Propanediol

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

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

Dicaprylyl Ether

Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.

Betaine

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

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

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

Hydrogenated Poly

Hydrogenated poly C6-14 olefins, saturated oil; occlusive, low permeability

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Panthenol

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

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Alpha-Bisabolol

Calendula-derived anti-inflammatory agent; effective at low doses for sensitive skin

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid derivative with better penetration and strong hydration; different molecular weights provide hydration at various depths, typical concentration 0.1-1%.

Laminaria Japonica Extract

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

Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract

Eclipta prostrata leaf extract; polyphenols, 0.1–1%; antioxidant and soothing, stable in water, batch color variability

Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Fig fruit extract, humectant with polysaccharides and enzymes for skin moisturizing

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

Polyglyceryl ester emulsifier; mild, non-ionic, suitable for O/W emulsions with good stability.

Behenyl Alcohol

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

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Mild amino-acid surfactant, poor solubility, pairs with fatty alcohols, fine foam.

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearic alcohol; fatty alcohol for emulsion thickening/structure, often blended with soaps, moderate comedogenicity.

Pentaerythrityl Distearate

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

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate for emulsion stabilization and thickening; ionic polymer, check ion compatibility.

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Emulsifier at 1–3%; oil-phase ingredient, easy emulsification, low sensitization.

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

C12-15 alkyl benzoate; emollient, emulsifier, and antistatic; aids stability and smoothness, moderate low comedogenicity.

Beta-Glucan

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

Retinal

Potent vitamin A aldehyde for cell turnover; low effective range 0.01-0.05%, unstable, avoid for pregnant users.

Xanthan Gum

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

Adenosine

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

Fructooligosaccharides

Prebiotic polysaccharide for hydration/skin conditioning; high levels may feel sticky

Disodium EDTA

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

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

Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide

Not decoded yet

Sucrose Distearate

Nonionic emulsifier and emollient at 1–3%; biodegradable, low irritancy, for mild cleansing and emulsions

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Tripeptide-1

Not decoded yet

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Cationic hyaluronic acid, 0.1–1%; water-soluble thickener and conditioning agent.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Copper Tripeptide-1

Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) for repair/anti-aging at 0.01–0.1%; water-soluble, avoid chelators.

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Signal peptide promoting collagen synthesis; effective at low concentration, needs penetration enhancers or encapsulation

Hexapeptide-9

Hexapeptide-9 (Acetyl Hexapeptide); signal peptide for fibroblast stimulation, typically used at 0.5-1%.

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

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

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Crosslinked high-MW HA; forms surface hydrogel for long-lasting hydration, minimal penetration, physical film-forming.

Potassium Hyaluronate

Hyaluronic salt, excellent humectant; efficacy varies with MW, best with occlusive base

Hyaluronic Acid

High-water-binding humectant at 0.1-1%; high-MW for surface film, low-MW for dermal potential, check cationic compatibility.

Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Amino-acid ester for emulsification and conditioning; mild, no public comedogenic data

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Caprylyl Glycol

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

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