hand-md Hand MD Rehydration 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. Water
2. Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
3. Glycerin
4. Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
5. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
6. Cetyl Alcohol
7. C10-18 Triglycerides
8. Stearic Acid
9. Olea Europaea Oil
10. Isodecyl Neopentanoate
11. Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
12. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
13. Cetyl Alcohol
14. Glyceryl Stearate
15. PEG-75 Stearate
16. Ceteth-20
17. Steareth-20
18. Stearyl Alcohol
19. Phenoxyethanol
20. Benzoic Acid
21. Ethylhexylglycerin
22. Glycereth-2 Cocoate
23. Dimethicone
24. Isododecane
25. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
26. PEG-100 Stearate
27. Microcrystalline Cellulose
28. Cellulose Gum
29. Isopropyl Palmitate
30. Lecithin
31. Steareth-2
32. C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate
33. Tocopheryl Acetate
34. Glycereth-26
35. Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
36. Dicaprylyl Ether
37. Ozokerite
38. Titanium Dioxide
39. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
40. Cetearyl Alcohol
41. Polysorbate 60
42. Xanthan Gum
43. Steareth-21
44. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
45. Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
46. Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract
47. Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
48. Allantoin
49. Fragrance
50. Diazolidinyl Urea
51. Disodium EDTA
52. Potassium Sorbate
53. Carbomer
54. Urea
55. Sodium Benzoate
56. Silica Silylate
57. Retinyl Palmitate
58. Sorbic Acid

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesContains essential oilsContains mineral oilContains PEGContains siliconesContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains formaldehyde releasers

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

FRAGRANCE

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneCetyl AlcoholC10-18 Triglycerides

CLEANSING

Stearic Acid

Other ingredients

Olea Europaea OilIsodecyl NeopentanoateDimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 CrosspolymerCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearatePEG-75 StearateCeteth-20Steareth-20Stearyl AlcoholPhenoxyethanolBenzoic AcidEthylhexylglycerinGlycereth-2 CocoateDimethiconeIsododecaneSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilPEG-100 StearateMicrocrystalline CelluloseCellulose GumIsopropyl PalmitateLecithinSteareth-2C12-C15 Alkyl BenzoateTocopheryl AcetateGlycereth-26Magnesium Aluminum SilicateDicaprylyl EtherOzokeriteTitanium DioxideButyrospermum Parkii ButterCetearyl AlcoholPolysorbate 60Xanthan GumSteareth-21Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf ExtractZingiber Officinale Root ExtractGaultheria Procumbens Leaf ExtractAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractAllantoinFragranceDiazolidinyl UreaDisodium EDTAPotassium SorbateCarbomerUreaSodium BenzoateSilica SilylateRetinyl PalmitateSorbic Acid

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Ingredients explained

Water

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

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

Natural seed oil rich in linoleic acid; moisturizing, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants

Glycerin

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

Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate

Non-ionic emulsifier; mild, PEG-free, good compatibility for cream systems.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

C10-18 Triglycerides

Mixture of C10-18 triglycerides for emolliency, conditioning, and solvency; low comedogenic risk but occlusive.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Olea Europaea Oil

Olive oil, plant lipid for emolliency and vehicle; rich in unsaturated fatty acids, stabilizes antioxidants, generally non-comedogenic but may feel heavy on very oily skin.

Isodecyl Neopentanoate

Volatile dry ester for make-up/emulsions; fast-drying, non-greasy, seal to prevent weight loss.

Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer

Synthetic polymer for smooth feel and viscosity control; requires homogenization, compatible with silicones.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Glyceryl Stearate

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

PEG-75 Stearate

PEG-75 stearate, non-ionic emulsifier/thickener; PEG-based, check for 1,4-dioxane limits, not used in some markets.

Ceteth-20

Not decoded yet

Steareth-20

Not decoded yet

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearic alcohol; fatty alcohol for emulsion thickening/structure, often blended with soaps, moderate comedogenicity.

Phenoxyethanol

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

Benzoic Acid

Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Glycereth-2 Cocoate

Cocoate emulsifier with cleansing and emulsifying functions; coconut-derived, watch for mild irritation from residual oleic acid.

Dimethicone

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

Isododecane

Synthetic hydrocarbon solvent providing dry, silky skin feel; high volatility, non-comedogenic, common in sunscreens and foundations, usage 5-30%.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.

PEG-100 Stearate

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

Microcrystalline Cellulose

Cellulose derivative for anti-caking, oil absorption, and physical sunscreen carrier; water-insoluble, affects texture at high levels.

Cellulose Gum

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

Isopropyl Palmitate

Isopropyl palmitate for dry touch; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants, low viscosity

Lecithin

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

Steareth-2

Not decoded yet

C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate

Not decoded yet

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Glycereth-26

Glycereth-26, humectant/viscosity modifier at 1–5%; non-ionic water-soluble, boosts stability and feel.

Magnesium Aluminum Silicate

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

Dicaprylyl Ether

Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.

Ozokerite

Mineral ozokerite for viscosity and stabilization; derived from mineral oil, highly comedogenic, avoid facial use.

Titanium Dioxide

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

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Xanthan Gum

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

Steareth-21

Not decoded yet

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

Extract with cooling scent and conditioning; contains essential oil, potential allergen, control dose

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Root extract for scent and toning; may irritate compromised skin.

Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract

Wintergreen leaf extract; contains methyl salicylate. Aromatic and cooling. Potential allergen for some.

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Antioxidant and soothing extract; mild abrasive properties, common in conditioning formulas

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Diazolidinyl Urea

Formaldehyde-releasing preservative; EU cap at 0.2%; avoid for formaldehyde-sensitive users

Disodium EDTA

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

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Urea

Potent humectant and keratolytic, >10% has exfoliating effect; stinging sensation at high levels, sensitive skin caution

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Silica Silylate

Silylate silica for anticaking, defoaming, emulsion stabilization, film-forming; improves powder flow/texture

Retinyl Palmitate

Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.

Sorbic Acid

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

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