Shik Hydrating emulsion ingredients list

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. Butylene Glycol
3. Glycerin
4. Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
5. Betaine
6. Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
7. Ethyl Hexanediol
8. Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
9. PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
10. Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
11. Isohexadecane
12. Laureth-25
13. Laureth-3
14. Glyceryl caprylate
15. Arginine
16. Carbomer
17. Polysorbate 80
18. Sodium Polyacrylate
19. Dimethicone
20. Panthenol
21. 1,2-Hexanediol
22. Phenoxyethanol
23. Sorbitan Oleate
24. Lavandula Hybrida Oil
25. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
26. Disodium EDTA
27. Cyclopentasiloxane
28. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
29. Polyglutamic Acid
30. Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
31. PEG/PPG-18/18 dimethicone
32. Trideceth-6
33. Sodium Hyaluronate
34. Lactobacillus ferment
35. Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
36. Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
37. Ethylhexylglycerin
38. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
39. Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
40. Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
41. Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
42. Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
43. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
44. Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
45. Pogostemon Cablin Oil
46. Rosmarinus officinalis

Highlights

Free of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains alcoholContains PEGContains mineral oilContains parabensContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragrance

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

HAIR CONDITIONING

Betaine

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

SOLVENT

Ethyl Hexanediol

ANTIFOAMING

Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone

Other ingredients

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor OilSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerIsohexadecaneLaureth-25Laureth-3Glyceryl caprylateArginineCarbomerPolysorbate 80Sodium PolyacrylateDimethiconePanthenol1,2-HexanediolPhenoxyethanolSorbitan OleateLavandula Hybrida OilDipotassium GlycyrrhizateDisodium EDTACyclopentasiloxaneCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilPolyglutamic AcidMyristica Fragrans Kernel OilPEG/PPG-18/18 dimethiconeTrideceth-6Sodium HyaluronateLactobacillus fermentLactobacillus/Acerola Cherry FermentLactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment ExtractEthylhexylglycerinLavandula Angustifolia OilChaenomeles Sinensis Fruit ExtractCinnamomum Cassia Bark ExtractDiospyros Kaki Leaf ExtractArtemisia Princeps Leaf ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractChrysanthellum Indicum ExtractPogostemon Cablin OilRosmarinus officinalis

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Butylene Glycol

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

Glycerin

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

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone thickener at 0.5-2%; silky/matte feel, non-comedogenic, partial oil phase incompatibility, use co-solvent/pre-emulsification.

Betaine

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

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.

Ethyl Hexanediol

Polyol solvent with humectant and mild preservative boost; low viscosity, compatible with many ingredients, gentle.

Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone

Phenyl trimethicone for anti-foaming and slip; silicone-based, silky feel

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer at 1–5%; contains PEG, check acid compatibility and sensitive skin irritation

Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer for film/thickening; water-soluble, compatible, monitor residual monomers.

Isohexadecane

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

Laureth-25

Not decoded yet

Laureth-3

Not decoded yet

Glyceryl caprylate

Mild emulsifier/deodorant at 0.5-2%; polyol ester, high humectancy, low irritancy, check cationic surfactant compatibility.

Arginine

Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Polysorbate 80

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Panthenol

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

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Phenoxyethanol

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

Sorbitan Oleate

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

Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Essential oil for emollience and fragrance; contains allergens like linalool, requires EU 26 labeling

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.

Disodium EDTA

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

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

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Polyglutamic Acid

Natural-derived polypeptide for hydration and skin conditioning; often used for long-lasting moisture

Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil

Nutmeg kernel oil for fragrance and emolliency; contains myristin, some individuals may react to vanillin or other components.

PEG/PPG-18/18 dimethicone

PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits

Trideceth-6

Not decoded yet

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Lactobacillus ferment

Probiotic ferment filtrate for conditioning; complex mix, check allergens and preservative residues

Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment

Not decoded yet

Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract

Lactobacillus fermented pomegranate fruit extract for skin and hair conditioning; contains bioactive peptides, monitor pH and microbial limits.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.

Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract

Antioxidant and astringent extract; contains enzymes and acids, mild irritation risk

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract

Cinnamon bark for hair and fragrance; some allergens require labeling; watch oral dosage.

Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract

Persimmon leaf extract with polyphenols, soothing/antibacterial conditioner; botanical, low concentration use

Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract

Artemisia Princeps leaf extract containing volatile components; potential irritant risk, limit usage and patch test for sensitive skin.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

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

Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract

Golden chamomile extract, soothing; 0.1–0.5% typical, data limited, low risk

Pogostemon Cablin Oil

Patchouli oil for fragrance; contains patchoulol, potential irritant/allergen, use cautiously.

Rosmarinus officinalis

Not decoded yet