Diptyque luxurious hand balm
Diptyque diptyque luxurious hand balm lists 31 ingredients on its label, 29 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
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.
- Aqua
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Olus Oil
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Glycerin
- Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Butyrospermum Parkii Extract
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Ceteareth-20
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- Ceteareth-12
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Candelilla Cera Wax)
- Polysorbate 60
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
- Parfum
- Coumarin
- Linalool
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
- Limonene
- Cinnamal
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Dehydroacetic Acid
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains PEG
Formulation view O/W emulsion with plant oils (jojoba, shea) for occlusive moisture. Emulsified with glyceryl stearate, thickened with acrylic polymer. Preserved with phenoxyethanol. Factory note: high oil load, heavy feel, suitable for very dry skin or winter hands, may feel sticky for oily skin.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Ethylhexyl PalmitateOlus OilGlyceryl Stearate
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- ANTISTATIC
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Other ingredients
Butyrospermum Parkii ExtractCetyl AlcoholCeteareth-20Benzyl AlcoholPrunus Armeniaca Kernel OilHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerCeteareth-12Cetearyl AlcoholHydrogenated Vegetable OilArgania Spinosa Kernel OilCandelilla Cera Wax)Polysorbate 60Sorbitan IsostearateTetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateParfumCoumarinLinaloolBenzyl SalicylateAlpha-Isomethyl IononeLimoneneCinnamalSodium HydroxideDehydroacetic Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Olus Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isononyl Isononanoate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Extract | 皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Ceteareth-20 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ceteareth-12 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Candelilla Cera Wax) | 粘度控制剂, 成膜剂, 皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polysorbate 60 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate | CHELATING | 0 · – | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Coumarin | PERFUMING · 限制 III/77 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/90 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Cinnamal | DENATURANT, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/76 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Dehydroacetic Acid | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.
- Olus Oil
- Squalane derivative or plant oil for emollience; specify exact source
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
- Light emollient rich in oleic acid; suitable for dry/sensitive skin, pairs well with occlusives.
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Butyrospermum Parkii Extract
- Shea tree extract; rich in triterpenes and vitamins; deep nourishment and soothing for dry or aging skin
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Ceteareth-20
- Not decoded yet
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Plant oil for emollience and nutrition; contains proteins that may cause sensitivity, use caution in sensitive skin
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.
- Ceteareth-12
- Not decoded yet
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Candelilla Cera Wax)
- Natural wax for thickening and film formation; provides hardness and shine; use at 1-3%.
- Polysorbate 60
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.
- Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
- Gluconate diacetate tetrasodium chelator; replaces EDTA, improves stability against metals
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Coumarin
- Classic fragrance and photosensitizer, EU restriction III/77; high allergen risk, limit in facial products
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
- Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Cinnamal
- Cinnamal; natural fragrance and denaturant; EU-restricted (III/76); strong allergen, use low concentration and label.
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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