ahaglow Acne Control Moisturizing Gel
ahaglow Ahaglow Acne Control Moisturizing Gel lists 30 ingredients on its label, 27 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.
- Purified Water
- Glycerin
- Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
- Jojoba Esters
- Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Butylene Glycol
- 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
- Sebacic Acid
- 1,10-Decanediol
- Glycerin
- Water
- Alcohol Denatured
- Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
- Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
- Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Carbomer
- Triethanolamine
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Fragrance
- Sodium Gluconate
- Ci 16185
- Ci 42090
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Gel cream with mild non-ionic emulsification (polyglyceryl esters). Contains 10-hydroxydecenoic acid and sebacic acid for sebum regulation and barrier repair. Jojoba oil and plant extracts enhance moisturization. Traditional preservative system. Note: Gel texture is easy to apply, suitable for combination skin, though complex plant extracts require individual assessment for allergy risks.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Purified Water
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyglyceryl-6 DistearatePolyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Jojoba EstersCetyl AlcoholArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
Other ingredients
10-Hydroxydecanoic AcidSebacic Acid1,10-DecanediolGlycerinWaterAlcohol DenaturedTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractPodocarpus Elatus Fruit ExtractPleiogynium Timoriense Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuicePotassium SorbateSodium BenzoatePhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerinCarbomerTriethanolamineEthylhexylglycerinSodium HyaluronateFragranceSodium GluconateCi 16185Ci 42090
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purified Water | 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 |
| Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Jojoba Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Sebacic Acid | BUFFERING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 1,10-Decanediol | SOLVENT | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alcohol Denatured | 溶剂, 皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, BLEACHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethanolamine | BUFFERING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FRAGRANCE, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING · 限制 III/62 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Sodium Gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 16185 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 42090 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/63 (CI 42090) III/190 (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium Salt; Acid Blue 9 Aluminum Lake) | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Purified Water
- Deionized or purified water serving as the formulation solvent base; requires protection from microbial contamination, typically constitutes the majority of the formula.
- 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.
- Jojoba Esters
- Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.
- Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
- Beeswax-derived emulsifier, mild and biodegradable; offers emollience for sensitive formulations
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
- Long-chain hydroxy fatty acid for emollience and barrier support; control concentration to avoid clogging
- Sebacic Acid
- Sebacic acid; lipophilic buffering agent and skin conditioner; check dispersion in formulation.
- 1,10-Decanediol
- Aliphatic diol solvent; irritant to eyes and compromised skin, avoid direct contact.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Alcohol Denatured
- Denatured alcohol for solvency and penetration; causes dryness, use caution in sensitive skin.
- Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
- Terminalia ferdinandiana extract; traditional lightening agent; antioxidant for uneven skin tone.
- Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Triethanolamine
- Triethanolamine for buffering; restricted, limit concentration to avoid high pH and irritation
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Sodium Gluconate
- Mild chelator, aids skin conditioning; typically used at low levels as auxiliary
- Ci 16185
- Not decoded yet
- Ci 42090
- Acid Blue 9 lake; for coloring and brow tints. Non-permanent hair dye, watch for lake precipitation and batch shade variance.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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