philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Multi-Rejuvenating Nighttime Serum-In-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. Aqua/Water/Eau
2. Sodium Citrate
3. Isononyl Isononanoate
4. Glycerin
5. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6. Alcohol Denat
7. Steareth-21
8. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
9. Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
10. Cyclopentasiloxane
11. Cyclohexasiloxane
12. Cetearyl Alcohol
13. Phenoxyethanol
14. Bifida Ferment Lysate
15. Glyceryl Stearate
16. PEG-100 Stearate
17. Steareth-2
18. Citric Acid
19. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
20. Iris Pallida Root Extract
21. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
22. Xanthan Gum
23. Glycine Soja Oil
24. Alcohol
25. T-Butyl Alcohol
26. Lecithin
27. Parfum/Fragrance
28. Adenosine
29. Cellulose Gum
30. Retinol
31. PEG-8
32. Polysorbate 20
33. BHT
34. Chitosan
35. Ethylhexylglycerin
36. Glycolic Acid
37. Sorbitan Oleate
38. Tocopherol
39. Behentrimonium Chloride
40. Limonene
41. Ascorbyl Palmitate
42. Potassium Phosphate
43. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
44. Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
45. Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
46. Sodium Benzoate
47. Isopropyl Alcohol
48. Acetic Acid
49. Angelica Archangelica Root Extract
50. Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Extract
51. Maltodextrin
52. Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
53. Lactic Acid
54. Ascorbic Acid
55. Caprylyl Glycol
56. Sclerotium Gum
57. BHA
58. Sorbic Acid
59. Aqua/Water/Eau
60. Glycerin
61. Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
62. Propanediol
63. Pentylene Glycol
64. Phenoxyethanol
65. Alumina
66. Iris Pallida Root Extract
67. Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
68. Silica
69. Xanthan Gum
70. Algin
71. Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
72. BHT
73. Sodium Hydroxide
74. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
75. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
76. Sodium Hyaluronate
77. Tocopherol
78. Beta-Sitosterol
79. Squalene
80. Titanium Dioxide
81. Iron Oxide

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains sulfates

Key ingredients

溶剂

Aqua/Water/EauAlcohol Denat

BUFFERING

Sodium Citrate

ANTISTATIC

Isononyl Isononanoate

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

EMULSION STABILISING

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate

Other ingredients

Steareth-21CyclopentasiloxaneCyclohexasiloxaneCetearyl AlcoholPhenoxyethanolBifida Ferment LysateGlyceryl StearatePEG-100 StearateSteareth-2Citric AcidAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerIris Pallida Root ExtractAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerXanthan GumGlycine Soja OilAlcoholT-Butyl AlcoholLecithinParfum/FragranceAdenosineCellulose GumRetinolPEG-8Polysorbate 20BHTChitosanEthylhexylglycerinGlycolic AcidSorbitan OleateTocopherolBehentrimonium ChlorideLimoneneAscorbyl PalmitatePotassium PhosphateCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCoffea Arabica Seed ExtractPongamia Pinnata Seed ExtractSodium BenzoateIsopropyl AlcoholAcetic AcidAngelica Archangelica Root ExtractCitrus Aurantium Amara Peel ExtractMaltodextrinMagnesium Aluminum SilicateLactic AcidAscorbic AcidCaprylyl GlycolSclerotium GumBHASorbic AcidAqua/Water/EauGlycerinPrunus Armeniaca Kernel OilPropanediolPentylene GlycolPhenoxyethanolAluminaIris Pallida Root ExtractHydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic AcidSilicaXanthan GumAlginSynthetic FluorphlogopiteBHTSodium HydroxideHelianthus Annuus Seed OilSodium Lauryl SulfateSodium HyaluronateTocopherolBeta-SitosterolSqualeneTitanium DioxideIron Oxide

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Aqua/Water/Eau

Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.

Sodium Citrate

Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Alcohol Denat

Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.

Steareth-21

Not decoded yet

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

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

Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate

Mild nonionic emulsifier for W/O systems; moderate comedogenicity, monitor oil feel.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Cyclohexasiloxane

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

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Bifida Ferment Lysate

Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skin

Glyceryl Stearate

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

PEG-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Steareth-2

Not decoded yet

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

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

Iris Pallida Root Extract

Iris pallida root extract for fragrance/toning; low conc. (<1%); watch allergen/photosensitizer potential.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Xanthan Gum

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

Glycine Soja Oil

Soybean oil emollient; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants; suitable for dry skin

Alcohol

Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.

T-Butyl Alcohol

Fast-evaporating solvent; sharp odor and potential irritation at high levels, limit usage

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Parfum/Fragrance

Blended fragrance for odor; contains 26 restricted allergens, use caution in sensitive/child/eye products, verify compliance.

Adenosine

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

Cellulose Gum

Cellulose gum, water-soluble thickener/stabilizer; may destabilize with cationics, hydrate first.

Retinol

Highly active and unstable, needs robust antioxidant encapsulation; 0.1-1.0%, pregnancy contraindicated

PEG-8

Not decoded yet

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

BHT

Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.

Chitosan

Chitosan film former and hair fixative; crustacean-derived, label as allergen, high concentrations may cause itching.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid for exfoliation; requires buffering at concentrations >10%, avoid combination with other acids.

Sorbitan Oleate

Non-ionic emulsifier for oil-in-water systems; plant-derived, check oxidative stability

Tocopherol

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

Behentrimonium Chloride

Cationic conditioner and preservative; used within restricted limits, high doses may irritate.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Ascorbyl Palmitate

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

Potassium Phosphate

pH adjuster for buffering systems; 0.1-1%, avoid calcium and magnesium ions

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

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

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract

Coffee extract for skin conditioning/antioxidants; contains caffeine, watch sensitivity.

Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract

Pongamia pinnata seed extract, plant-based skin conditioner; limited data, irritancy testing recommended.

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Isopropyl Alcohol

Alcohol solvent at 1–10%; fast-evaporating, high levels may cause dryness/irritation

Acetic Acid

Provides sourness or buffering; high concentrations are corrosive, pH control is critical in leave-on products

Angelica Archangelica Root Extract

Not decoded yet

Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Extract

Not decoded yet

Maltodextrin

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

Magnesium Aluminum Silicate

Oil-absorbing powder at 5–20%; for pressed/powder makeup, high levels may feel heavy

Lactic Acid

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

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Sclerotium Gum

Non-ionic gum for gels; neutral pH, requires dissolution via heating or fine milling

BHA

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA); oil-phase antioxidant. Use <0.05%. Controversial at high levels.

Sorbic Acid

Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits

Aqua/Water/Eau

Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.

Glycerin

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

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

Plant oil for emollience and nutrition; contains proteins that may cause sensitivity, use caution in sensitive skin

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Alumina

Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.

Iris Pallida Root Extract

Iris pallida root extract for fragrance/toning; low conc. (<1%); watch allergen/photosensitizer potential.

Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid

Non-ionic buffer to adjust pH around 5.5; commonly used at 0.1–0.5%

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Xanthan Gum

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

Algin

Seaweed-derived thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, mind calcium ion compatibility

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Mica filler at 1-10%; luster/thickening, inert, verify mineral purity, no public comedogenic data.

BHT

Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Strong anionic surfactant, high foam; high irritation risk, avoid in sensitive formulas.

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Tocopherol

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

Beta-Sitosterol

Plant sterol for emulsion stability and barrier support; high levels may destabilize hydrophilic systems.

Squalene

Squalene, lightweight emollient, easily absorbed; animal sources restricted, plant sources preferred

Titanium Dioxide

Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention

Iron Oxide

Inorganic oxide pigment for color; concentration is restricted in specific mixtures.

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