Diptyque velvet hand lotion

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. Aqua
2. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
3. Glycerin
4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5. Triethylhexanoin
6. Dicaprylyl Ether
7. Parfum
8. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
9. Prunus Persica Kernel Oil
10. Lauryl Glucoside
11. Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
12. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
13. Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
14. Behenyl Alcohol
15. Xanthan Gum
16. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Leaf Extract
17. Mel
18. Pentaerythrityl Distearate
19. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
20. Sodium Polyacrylate
21. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
22. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
23. Polysorbate 20
24. Glyceryl Stearate
25. Cetearyl Glucoside
26. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
27. Glyceryl Stearate SE
28. Linoleic Acid
29. Ethylhexylglycerin
30. Oleic Acid
31. Palmitic Acid
32. Stearic Acid
33. Linolenic Acid
34. Hexyl Cinnamal
35. Coumarin
36. Geraniol
37. Linalool
38. Hydroxycitronellal
39. Benzyl Salicylate
40. Limonene
41. Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
42. Cinnamal
43. Citral
44. Citric Acid
45. Sodium Hydroxide
46. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
47. Ethylhexyl Salicylate
48. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
49. Phenoxyethanol
50. Chlorphenesin
51. Sodium Benzoate
52. Benzoic Acid
53. Benzyl Alcohol
54. Dehydroacetic Acid
55. Potassium Sorbate
56. Tocopheryl Acetate
57. BHT
58. Tocopherol
59. Tbhq
60. Rapeseed Oil
61. Soybean Oil

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains formaldehyde releasersContains alcohol

Formulation view Water-based with jojoba oil and glycerin, using polyglyceryl emulsifiers. Waxes thicken; hyaluronic acid and aloe soothe. Contains plant extracts. Suitable for dry skin seeking lightweight hydration. Factory note: Natural oils are prone to oxidation; preservative and antioxidant systems are crucial to prevent rancidity and discoloration during shelf life.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilDicaprylyl EtherHydrogenated Vegetable Oil

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideParfum

HAIR CONDITIONING

Triethylhexanoin

Other ingredients

Prunus Persica Kernel OilLauryl GlucosidePolyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateAnthemis Nobilis Flower WaterHelichrysum Italicum Flower WaterBehenyl AlcoholXanthan GumGlycyrrhiza Glabra Leaf ExtractMelPentaerythrityl DistearateSesamum Indicum Seed OilSodium PolyacrylateSodium Stearoyl GlutamatePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilPolysorbate 20Glyceryl StearateCetearyl GlucosideAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderGlyceryl Stearate SELinoleic AcidEthylhexylglycerinOleic AcidPalmitic AcidStearic AcidLinolenic AcidHexyl CinnamalCoumarinGeraniolLinaloolHydroxycitronellalBenzyl SalicylateLimoneneAlpha-Isomethyl IononeCinnamalCitralCitric AcidSodium HydroxideEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateEthylhexyl SalicylateButyl MethoxydibenzoylmethanePhenoxyethanolChlorphenesinSodium BenzoateBenzoic AcidBenzyl AlcoholDehydroacetic AcidPotassium SorbateTocopheryl AcetateBHTTocopherolTbhqRapeseed OilSoybean Oil

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Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

Glycerin

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Triethylhexanoin

Light ester for non-greasy feel and fragrance; low allergenicity, high levels can act as solvent

Dicaprylyl Ether

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

Parfum

Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Prunus Persica Kernel Oil

Peach kernel oil; light emollient, absorbs well; suits oily/sensitive skin, needs antioxidants.

Lauryl Glucoside

Mild nonionic surfactant for cleansing; 1-5%, suitable for sensitive skin

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Plant-derived emulsifier, mild feel; for O/W systems, combine with co-emulsifiers

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water

Chamomile water with soothing and anti-inflammatory effects; contains trace oils, may sensitize ragweed-allergic individuals.

Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water

Italian helichrysum floral water, soothing and antioxidant; contains essential oils, patch test for sensitive skin

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Xanthan Gum

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

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Leaf Extract

Licorice leaf extract with high glycyrrhizin content, used for soothing and brightening.

Mel

Humectant and emollient; contains minor aldehydes, caution for sensitive skin

Pentaerythrityl Distearate

Oil-soluble emulsifier/wax; improves cream hardness and shine, typical use 1-5%, non-ionic

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Mild amino-acid surfactant, poor solubility, pairs with fatty alcohols, fine foam.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

Sweet almond oil, light emollient; suitable for sensitive skin, caution for nut allergies.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Cetearyl Glucoside

Gentle non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier for low-irritation formulas; often co-blended

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Aloe extract powder for soothing/moisturizing; low solubility, needs dispersion

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Emulsifier at 1–3%; oil-phase ingredient, easy emulsification, low sensitization.

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Oleic Acid

Oleic acid for emolliency/emulsification; high levels may increase skin penetration

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Linolenic Acid

Omega-6 fatty acid for barrier repair; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants and low light exposure

Hexyl Cinnamal

Common fragrance component (jasmine/vanilla note); listed EU allergen, requires labeling at >10ppm (leave-on).

Coumarin

Classic fragrance and photosensitizer, EU restriction III/77; high allergen risk, limit in facial products

Geraniol

Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Hydroxycitronellal

Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.

Benzyl Salicylate

UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.

Cinnamal

Cinnamal; natural fragrance and denaturant; EU-restricted (III/76); strong allergen, use low concentration and label.

Citral

Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Ethylhexyl salicylate, UVB absorber; volatile, requires combination with UVA filters for broad spectrum.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

High-potency UVA filter (Parsol MXX); requires stabilizers and UVB blockers.

Phenoxyethanol

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

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Benzoic Acid

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

Benzyl Alcohol

Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.

Dehydroacetic Acid

Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

BHT

Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Tbhq

Oil-phase antioxidant, 0.01–0.1% to prevent lipid oxidation, non-volatile, inert at low doses

Rapeseed Oil

Rapeseed oil; Omega-9 rich; low-erucic is infant-safe, check high-erucic levels.

Soybean Oil

Soybean oil; base emollient; allergen must be labeled; oxidizes easily, need antioxidants.

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