zelens Marine Complex Deep Restorative Cream
zelens Zelens Marine Complex Deep Restorative Cream lists 39 ingredients on its label, 32 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
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Glycerin
- C12-13 Alkyl Lactate
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Dimethicone
- Glyceryl Behenate
- Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides
- Alteromonas Ferment Extract
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Chondrus Crispus
- Skeletonema Costatum Extract
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
- Corallina Officinalis Extract
- Plankton Extract
- Dulse Seaweed Extract
- Fucus Serratus Extract
- Himanthalia Elongata Extract
- Laminaria Digitata Extract
- Sea Whip Extract
- Spirulina Maxima Extract
- Ulva Lactuca Extract
- Gluconolactone
- Phenoxyethanol
- Peg-75 Stearate
- Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
- Butylene Glycol
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Ceteth-20
- Steareth-20
- Sodium Salicylate
- Citric Acid
- Parfum
- Linalool
- Sodium Benzoate
- Sodium Hydroxide
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Butter-based cream with dimethicone for spreadability. Features marine algae extracts and fermentation filtrates for restoration. Phenoxyethanol preservation. Suitable for dry skin in harsh conditions. Factory note: Diverse algal sources require stable supply chain management.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- C12-13 Alkyl LactateCoco-Caprylate/CaprateCetyl AlcoholGlyceryl Stearate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
Other ingredients
Glyceryl BehenatePseudoalteromonas ExopolysaccharidesAlteromonas Ferment ExtractSodium HyaluronateChondrus CrispusSkeletonema Costatum ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideUndaria Pinnatifida ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractPlankton ExtractDulse Seaweed ExtractFucus Serratus ExtractHimanthalia Elongata ExtractLaminaria Digitata ExtractSea Whip ExtractSpirulina Maxima ExtractUlva Lactuca ExtractGluconolactonePhenoxyethanolPeg-75 StearateAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerButylene GlycolHydroxyacetophenoneCeteth-20Steareth-20Sodium SalicylateCitric AcidParfumLinaloolSodium BenzoateSodium Hydroxide
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C12-13 Alkyl Lactate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Behenate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Alteromonas Ferment Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chondrus Crispus | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Skeletonema Costatum Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Undaria Pinnatifida Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Corallina Officinalis Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Plankton Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Dulse Seaweed Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Fucus Serratus Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · – | Green |
| Himanthalia Elongata Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Laminaria Digitata Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | — | Green |
| Sea Whip Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Spirulina Maxima Extract | SMOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ulva Lactuca Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Gluconolactone | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · 1 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Peg-75 Stearate | SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ceteth-20 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Steareth-20 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sodium Salicylate | DENATURANT, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/3 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- C12-13 Alkyl Lactate
- Lactate ester emollient; mild, low comedogenic risk
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Glyceryl Behenate
- Emulsifier and thickener with emollient properties; high melting point, low comedogenicity.
- Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides
- Not decoded yet
- Alteromonas Ferment Extract
- Ferment filtrate with peptides/polysaccharides; skin conditioning, 1–3% typical; check preservative system.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Chondrus Crispus
- Crisp chondrus seaweed extract; often used as thickener or skin conditioner; labeled as fragrance or conditioner, check formulation context.
- Skeletonema Costatum Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
- Kelp extract; algal polysaccharides. Hydrating and film-forming, verify compatibility in high-salt formulas.
- Corallina Officinalis Extract
- Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.
- Plankton Extract
- Plankton extract for skin conditioning; low concentrations typical, ensure source purity to avoid microbial contamination.
- Dulse Seaweed Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Fucus Serratus Extract
- Brown algae extract with fucoidan for hydration and skin protection; stable and compatible.
- Himanthalia Elongata Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Laminaria Digitata Extract
- Seaweed extract for skin protection; moderate concentration to avoid osmotic irritation.
- Sea Whip Extract
- Coral extract for skin conditioning; low usage, check source stability
- Spirulina Maxima Extract
- Spirulina extract for smoothing and conditioning; verify stability with fragrances and UV light.
- Ulva Lactuca Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Gluconolactone
- Multifunctional agent for chelation and permeation; acidic, may irritate at high levels, buffer recommended.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Peg-75 Stearate
- PEG-75 stearate, non-ionic emulsifier/thickener; PEG-based, check for 1,4-dioxane limits, not used in some markets.
- Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
- Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.
- Ceteth-20
- Not decoded yet
- Steareth-20
- Not decoded yet
- Sodium Salicylate
- Preservative (V/3 limit) and keratolytic aid; caution for sensitive skin and pregnancy.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
Want to build one like this? Send an enquiry