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. Aqua
2. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
3. Propanediol
4. Pentylene Glycol
5. Hydroxyapatite
6. Retinal
7. Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide
8. 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
9. Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
10. Ergothioneine
11. Biosaccharide Gum-1
12. Bisabolol
13. Brassica Campestris Sterols
14. Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
15. Butylene Glycol
16. Isohexadecane
17. Hexyldecanol
18. Maltodextrin
19. Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
20. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
21. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
22. Stearic Acid
23. Isoceteth-20
24. Polysorbate 60
25. Ascorbyl Palmitate
26. Tocopherol
27. Lactic Acid
28. Sodium Lactate
29. Sodium Hydroxide
30. Ethylhexylglycerin
31. Phenoxyethanol
32. Chlorphenesin

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains PEG

Formulation view Cream with medium-chain esters for lightness and retinal as the core active. Hydroxyphenyl propamido benzoic acid and ergothioneine boost antioxidant effects. Simple emulsion system. Factory observation: retinal is highly active and unstable; strict oxidation monitoring and cold storage are required, ideal for mature skin seeking firmness.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

AquaPropanediol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

SKIN CONDITIONING

Pentylene GlycolRetinalCetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide

ABRASIVE

Hydroxyapatite

FRAGRANCE

4-T-Butylcyclohexanol

Other ingredients

Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic AcidErgothioneineBiosaccharide Gum-1BisabololBrassica Campestris SterolsZingiber Officinale Root ExtractButylene GlycolIsohexadecaneHexyldecanolMaltodextrinCaesalpinia Spinosa GumPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerStearic AcidIsoceteth-20Polysorbate 60Ascorbyl PalmitateTocopherolLactic AcidSodium LactateSodium HydroxideEthylhexylglycerinPhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.

Propanediol

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

Pentylene Glycol

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

Hydroxyapatite

Mineral abrasive/bulking agent; gentle physical exfoliant for oral care.

Retinal

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

Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide

Biomimetic lipid, barrier repair, 1-3%; lipophilic, needs emulsification, good for dry skin.

4-T-Butylcyclohexanol

Fixative and scent masker; not a primary skin conditioning agent.

Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid

Bioactive marker in Evening Primrose Oil, antioxidant and soothing; used at low levels

Ergothioneine

Ergothioneine, potent antioxidant; 0.01–0.1%, water-soluble, synergizes with Vit C/E.

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Biosaccharide Gum-1, fermented colloid for hydration and soothing, low comedogenic.

Bisabolol

Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.

Brassica Campestris Sterols

Rapeseed sterols, plant sterol esters, emollient conditioner at 0.5–3%; rich feel, low comedogenic risk

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Root extract for scent and toning; may irritate compromised skin.

Butylene Glycol

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

Isohexadecane

Lightweight mineral-oil-derived emollient and solvent; low viscosity, non-comedogenic, improves texture

Hexyldecanol

Lightweight synthetic ester; provides non-greasy feel, fast-drying, low irritation

Maltodextrin

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

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum

Caesalpinia spinosa gum; film former and moisturizer; plant-based thickener, gentle; for gels and emulsions.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Water-soluble thickener; requires neutralizer, performs best at pH 5–7

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Isoceteth-20

Not decoded yet

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.

Tocopherol

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

Lactic Acid

AHA pH adjuster at 0.5-5%; exfoliation/humectancy, mild at low conc., irritating at high, avoid conflict with alkaline preservatives.

Sodium Lactate

Sodium lactate for moisturizing and exfoliation; pH buffering agent

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Related products in this category

• natura-estonica Natura Estonica Purifying Face Scrub
• tesco Tesco Fred & Flo Wipes
• nip-fab Nip+Fab Salicylic Fix Facial Scrub
• nip-fab Nip+Fab Salicylic Fix Concentrate Extreme 2%
• nip-fab Nip+Fab Teen Skin Fix Salicylic Acid Tonic
• nip-fab Nip+Fab Glycolic Fix Extreme Scrub 6%