papulex Hydrating Cream
papulex Papulex Hydrating Cream lists 30 ingredients on its label, 28 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.
- Aqua
- Cetearyl Isononanoate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Glycerin
- Tridecyl Salicylate
- Niacinamide
- C14-22 Alcohols
- Olive Oil Decyl Esters
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- PEG-12 Dimethicone
- Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
- Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
- Zinc Pca
- Sucrose Stearate
- Cera Alba
- Cetyl Palmitate
- C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
- Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
- Polyisobutene
- Squalene
- Sorbic Acid
- Parfum
- Polysorbate 20
- Stearic Acid
- Synthetic Wax
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Carbomer
- Tocopherol
- Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains PEGContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Formulated with mixed esters and glycerin for a light moisturizing base, featuring niacinamide and Zinc PCA for oil control and texture improvement. Includes Imperata root extract and a blend of thickeners for efficacy and feel. Ideal for oily to combination skin seeking a non-greasy routine. From a manufacturing perspective, while low-irritancy lubricants are used, the inclusion of shea butter and salicylate esters suggests caution for oily sensitive skin to balance occlusion with breakage risks.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl Isononanoate
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- ANTISTATIC
- Tridecyl Salicylate
- SMOOTHING
- Niacinamide
- EMULSION STABILISING
- C14-22 Alcohols
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Other ingredients
Olive Oil Decyl EstersPEG-12 DimethiconeImperata Cylindrica Root ExtractAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerZinc PcaSucrose StearateCera AlbaCetyl PalmitateC12-20 Alkyl GlucosideAcrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate CopolymerPolyisobuteneSqualeneSorbic AcidParfumPolysorbate 20Stearic AcidSynthetic WaxSorbitan IsostearateCaprylyl GlycolCarbomerTocopherolAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Isononanoate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tridecyl Salicylate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C14-22 Alcohols | EMULSION STABILISING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Olive Oil Decyl Esters | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| PEG-12 Dimethicone | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zinc Pca | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/24 | 1 · – | Green |
| Sucrose Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cera Alba | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FILM FORMING, PERFUMING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Cetyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Polyisobutene | BINDING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | 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 |
| Sorbic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Synthetic Wax | ABRASIVE, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Cetearyl Isononanoate
- Blended ester emollient offering extensibility and lightness; non-comedogenic, good for oily to combo skin
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Tridecyl Salicylate
- Long-lasting emollient, low irritation; high usage or occlusive systems may be comedogenic, use caution for oily skin.
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- C14-22 Alcohols
- Fatty alcohol blend for emulsion stability and texture; may contain myristyl alcohol, moderate comedogenic risk.
- Olive Oil Decyl Esters
- Not decoded yet
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.
- PEG-12 Dimethicone
- Water-soluble silicone; provides slip and gloss, easily emulsified, common in hair and skin care.
- Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
- Imperata root extract; traditional TCM ingredient for skin conditioning. No public data on irritancy or comedogenicity.
- Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
- Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.
- Zinc Pca
- Zinc salt for sebum control and antimicrobial; often paired with PCA sodium, high levels may cause sensitization
- Sucrose Stearate
- Succrose ester emulsifier/emolient with cleansing properties; HLB determines emulsion type.
- Cera Alba
- Animal-derived wax; emulsifier and occlusive; adds texture and emollience
- Cetyl Palmitate
- Waxy ester increasing viscosity and providing heavy feel; used as emulsifier carrier, low comedogenicity, strong occlusion.
- C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
- Non-ionic surfactant for mild cleansing and emulsification; plant-based glucoside, suitable for sensitive and baby skin.
- Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
- Not decoded yet
- Polyisobutene
- Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks
- Squalene
- Squalene, lightweight emollient, easily absorbed; animal sources restricted, plant sources preferred
- Sorbic Acid
- Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Synthetic Wax
- Waxy solidifier for hardness and gloss; complex mixture, not a single molecule.
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
- Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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