dermalogica Smart Response Serum
dermalogica Dermalogica Smart Response Serum lists 48 ingredients on its label, 42 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.
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Glycerin
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- PPG-24-Glycereth-24
- Niacinamide
- Butylene Glycol
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
- C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
- Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Jojoba Esters
- Olive Oil Decyl Esters
- Phytosterols
- Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour
- Sodium Mannose Phosphate
- Phytosteryl Macadamiate
- Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan
- Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
- Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
- Sea Salt
- Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Juniperus Virginiana Oil
- Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
- Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
- Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
- Lactic Acid
- Bentonite
- C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
- Squalene
- Tocopherol
- Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
- Mannose
- Citric Acid
- Hydrated Silica
- Sodium Benzoate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Citronellol
- Geraniol
- Coumarin
- Linalool
- Limonene
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains animal-derived
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Coco-Caprylate/CaprateC18-36 Acid Triglyceride
- SMOOTHING
- Niacinamide
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- EMULSION STABILISING
- Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Other ingredients
PPG-24-Glycereth-24Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2HydroxyacetophenoneJojoba EstersOlive Oil Decyl EstersPhytosterolsCornus Officinalis Fruit ExtractHydrolyzed Wheat FlourSodium Mannose PhosphatePhytosteryl MacadamiateHydrolyzed Beta-GlucanMimosa Tenuiflora Bark ExtractIlex Paraguariensis Leaf ExtractSea SaltFerula Galbaniflua Resin OilHelianthus Annuus Seed OilCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit ExtractCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilJuniperus Virginiana OilPelargonium Graveolens Flower OilVetiveria Zizanoides Root OilPrunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel OilChlorella Vulgaris ExtractDipteryx Odorata Seed ExtractLactic AcidBentoniteC12-18 Acid TriglycerideSqualeneTocopherolSodium Acetylated HyaluronateMannoseCitric AcidHydrated SilicaSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateCitronellolGeraniolCoumarinLinaloolLimonene
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PPG-24-Glycereth-24 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| C18-36 Acid Triglyceride | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Jojoba Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Olive Oil Decyl Esters | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Phytosterols | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour | SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Mannose Phosphate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Phytosteryl Macadamiate | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract | SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | — | Green |
| Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sea Salt | ABRASIVE, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/351 | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Juniperus Virginiana Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC · 限制 III/358 | 1 · – | Green |
| Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil | FRAGRANCE · 限制 III/364 | 2 · 2 | Green |
| Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Chlorella Vulgaris Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract | 皮肤调理剂,保湿剂 | — | Green |
| Lactic Acid | BUFFERING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Bentonite | ABSORBENT, BULKING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C12-18 Acid Triglyceride | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT · 限制 Please consider whether entry 419 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 is applicable. According to entry 419, category 1 material and Category 2 material as defined in Articles 4 and 5 respectively of Regulation (EC) No 1774/2002, and ingredients derived therefrom are prohibited in cosmetics products. Regulation (EC) No 1774/2002 has been repealed and replaced by Regulation No. 1069/2009. For Category 1 and 2 materials in Regulation No. 1069/2009, please see Article 8 and 9, respectively. | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mannose | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrated Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Coumarin | PERFUMING · 限制 III/77 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- PPG-24-Glycereth-24
- Not decoded yet
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
- Not decoded yet
- C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
- C18-36 acid triglyceride, non-mineral oil emollient and solvent, light feel; low comedogenicity.
- Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate for emulsion stabilization and thickening; ionic polymer, check ion compatibility.
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.
- Jojoba Esters
- Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.
- Olive Oil Decyl Esters
- Not decoded yet
- Phytosterols
- Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.
- Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
- Cornelian cherry fruit extract, flavonoid-rich; low-level emollient; verify allergenicity
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour
- Hydrolyzed wheat protein, humectant; contraindicated for wheat allergy, higher allergen risk.
- Sodium Mannose Phosphate
- Not decoded yet
- Phytosteryl Macadamiate
- Phytosteryl macadamiate for hair and skin care; good occlusion
- Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan
- Not decoded yet
- Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
- Soothing and skin protecting; contains flavonoids; for sensitive skin repair; extraction affects activity
- Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
- Yerba mate extract with saponins and caffeine; refreshing and antioxidant, watch for sensitization.
- Sea Salt
- Sea salt for exfoliation/minerals; particle size matters, high ionic strength when dissolved, check compatibility.
- Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
- Not decoded yet
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
- Bergamot extract with citrus scent; phototoxic risk, best avoided in leave-on products exposed to sun.
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.
- Juniperus Virginiana Oil
- Virginia juniper oil for fragrance/tonic; contains terpenes, irritant, control concentration.
- Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
- Aromatic essential oil; contains allergens (citronellol, limonene), requires labeling.
- Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
- Vetiver root oil for fragrance and toning; natural essential oil may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil
- Bitter almond kernel oil for fragrance and emollience; contains allergens, 2 comedogenic rating.
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Algae extract for skin conditioning and antioxidant; typically 1-5%, monitor stability
- Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
- Plant seed extract for emollient and skin-care benefits; check allergen labeling
- Lactic Acid
- AHA pH adjuster at 0.5-5%; exfoliation/humectancy, mild at low conc., irritating at high, avoid conflict with alkaline preservatives.
- Bentonite
- Natural clay for oil absorption in masks or thickening; no allergenicity, ensure high purity batches
- C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
- Versatile emollient, emulsifier, solvent, and viscosity modifier. High hydrophobicity, requires robust emulsification.
- Squalene
- Squalene, lightweight emollient, easily absorbed; animal sources restricted, plant sources preferred
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
- Acetylated HA; modified for hydrophobicity, improved penetration and non-tacky feel compared to standard HA.
- Mannose
- Monosaccharide humectant that binds glycosaminoglycans to enhance hydration; extremely low allergenicity
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Hydrated Silica
- Inorganic abrasive and oil absorbent; prone to settling, needs dispersant, high levels increase exfoliation
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Coumarin
- Classic fragrance and photosensitizer, EU restriction III/77; high allergen risk, limit in facial products
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
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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