Augustinus Bader the cleansing balm
Augustinus Bader augustinus bader the cleansing balm lists 35 ingredients on its label, 33 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.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Squalane
- C10-18 Triglycerides
- Phytosterols
- Bisabolol
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Tocopherol
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Glycerin
- Water/Aqua
- Lecithin
- Pentylene Glycol
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Xanthan Gum
- Butylene Glycol
- Arginine
- Phenylalanine
- Glycine
- Lysine
- Sisymbrium Irio Seed Oil
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Oligopeptide-4
- Oligopeptide-177
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains fragrance
Formulation view Solid cleansing balm rich in sunflower and coconut oils with lecithin. Emulsifies with water, contains ascorbyl palmitate and tocopherol. Polypeptides and hydrolyzed rice protein add moisture. Preserved with 1,2-hexanediol and potassium sorbate. Good for dry skin. Factory note: Balance melting point and hardness to ensure seasonal consistency; emulsifier level dictates water dispersibility.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Helianthus Annuus Seed OilVitis Vinifera Seed OilSqualaneC10-18 Triglycerides
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Helianthus Annuus Seed WaxPersea Gratissima Oil
Other ingredients
PhytosterolsBisabololHydrogenated Vegetable OilOlea Europaea Fruit OilGlyceryl StearateSorbitan OleateTocopherolAscorbyl PalmitateTocopheryl AcetateGlycerinWater/AquaLecithinPentylene GlycolHydrolyzed Rice ProteinOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideXanthan GumButylene GlycolArgininePhenylalanineGlycineLysineSisymbrium Irio Seed OilPotassium SorbateSodium HydroxideOligopeptide-4Oligopeptide-177
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Persea Gratissima Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C10-18 Triglycerides | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phytosterols | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Bisabolol | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Olea Europaea Fruit Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Oleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water/Aqua | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Rice Protein | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Arginine | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenylalanine | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycine | ANTISTATIC, BUFFERING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Lysine | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sisymbrium Irio Seed Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Oligopeptide-4 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Oligopeptide-177 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
Ingredients explained
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.
- Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier derived from plant oils; gentle, used in O/W or W/O systems, low irritancy.
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Grapeseed oil, lightweight emollient and antioxidant; high linoleic acid, suitable for oily and combination skin.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
- Sunflower seed wax for thickness/filming; waxy texture, potential comedogenic at high levels.
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Avocado oil rich in fatty acids and vitamin E; occlusive moisturizer, use with caution on oily skin.
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- C10-18 Triglycerides
- Mixture of C10-18 triglycerides for emolliency, conditioning, and solvency; low comedogenic risk but occlusive.
- Phytosterols
- Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.
- Bisabolol
- Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for oil-in-water systems; plant-derived, check oxidative stability
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Water/Aqua
- Water as base solvent; no irritation, requires microbial control.
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Rice protein; water-soluble small MM; antistatic, humectant, gloss for hair, no pub data
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
- Prickly pear extract; traditional humectant/soother; no published irritant/comedogenic data
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Arginine
- Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.
- Phenylalanine
- Amino acid for hair and skin conditioning; usually part of a blend, no significant standalone efficacy data
- Glycine
- Humectant amino acid, 1–3%; small molecule, low irritation.
- Lysine
- Amino acid conditioner for anti-static hair care; low irritation at typical cosmetic concentrations.
- Sisymbrium Irio Seed Oil
- Botanical seed oil for emolliency; contains natural scent, watch for plant allergens in sensitive skin.
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Oligopeptide-4
- Not decoded yet
- Oligopeptide-177
- Not decoded yet
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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