cosmedix Clear Deep Cleansing Mask
cosmedix Cosmedix Clear Deep Cleansing Mask lists 44 ingredients on its label, 41 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
- Glycerin
- Bentonite
- Kaolin
- Niacinamide
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- Sulfur
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Stearic Acid
- Alcohol Denat
- Glyceryl Ricinoleate
- Glycol Distearate
- Salicylic Acid
- Titanium Dioxide
- Menthyl Lactate
- Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
- Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
- Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
- Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
- Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
- Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
- Lawsonia Inermis Extract
- Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Amino Esters-1
- Allantoin
- Pearl Powder
- Silica
- Dimethicone
- Alcohol
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Xanthan Gum
- Carbomer
- Guaiazulene
- Benzyl Alcohol
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains silicones
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- ABSORBENT
- Bentonite
- ABRASIVE
- Kaolin
- SMOOTHING
- Niacinamide
- ASTRINGENT
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- ANTI-SEBORRHEIC
- Sulfur
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Other ingredients
Stearic AcidAlcohol DenatGlyceryl RicinoleateGlycol DistearateSalicylic AcidTitanium DioxideMenthyl LactateEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilEucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilBrassica Oleracea Italica ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractLawsonia Inermis ExtractOcimum Basilicum Leaf ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCalendula Officinalis Flower ExtractPassiflora Incarnata Flower ExtractTocopheryl AcetateGlycine Soja OilAmino Esters-1AllantoinPearl PowderSilicaDimethiconeAlcoholCetyl AlcoholXanthan GumCarbomerGuaiazuleneBenzyl Alcohol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bentonite | ABSORBENT, BULKING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Kaolin | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Water | ASTRINGENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | — | Green |
| Sulfur | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, ANTI-SEBUM, ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Glyceryl Ricinoleate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Glycol Distearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, OPACIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Salicylic Acid | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, KERATOLYTIC, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/98 V/3 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Menthyl Lactate | FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN PROTECTING, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/355 | 3 · – | Green |
| Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract | ASTRINGENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Lawsonia Inermis Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Curcuma Longa Root Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycine Soja Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | – · 1 | Green |
| Amino Esters-1 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Allantoin | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pearl Powder | NOT REPORTED | 0 · – | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Guaiazulene | ANTIMICROBIAL, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Bentonite
- Natural clay for oil absorption in masks or thickening; no allergenicity, ensure high purity batches
- Kaolin
- Kaolin absorbent and bulk for powders/masks; check for heavy metals and comply with EU colorant limits IV/119
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- Hamamelis water; tannins/flavonoids for astringent and soothing; low conc, generally well-tolerated
- Sulfur
- Sebum-regulating and anti-seborrheic agent for acne; has distinct odor, low irritancy at standard levels but can be drying.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Glyceryl Ricinoleate
- Not decoded yet
- Glycol Distearate
- Glycol distearate for thickening and emulsification; non-ionic, improves viscosity
- Salicylic Acid
- Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Menthyl Lactate
- Menthyl lactate, cooling and fragrance agent, provides mild menthol sensation for refreshing
- Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Botanical extract used as a skin conditioning agent
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Tea tree oil, antibacterial and sebum regulating; highly sensitizing at concentrate level, dilute; avoid on broken skin.
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
- Eucalyptus leaf oil, strong essential oil; high irritation, strictly limited usage
- Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
- Cavolo nero extract with polyphenols, astringent conditioner; botanical, potential pigment staining
- 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.
- 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
- Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
- Coccinia indica fruit extract for skin conditioning; plant-derived, low irritation.
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.
- Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
- Holy basil leaf extract for conditioning; complex botanical, patch test recommended for compatibility
- Lawsonia Inermis Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
- Basil leaf extract; contains linalool, antioxidant; potential allergen, limit concentration
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.
- Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract
- Passiflora incarnata flower extract for antioxidant and soothing effects.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Soybean oil emollient; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants; suitable for dry skin
- Amino Esters-1
- Not decoded yet
- Allantoin
- Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration
- Pearl Powder
- Ground pearl powder used for pigmentation or opacification; ensure fineness and purity.
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Alcohol
- Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Guaiazulene
- Potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory; blue powder, used in soothing formulas
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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