boots Essentials Moisturising Cream Cucumber
boots Boots Essentials Moisturising Cream Cucumber lists 29 ingredients on its label, 29 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
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Glycerin
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Peg-100 Stearate
- Dimethicone
- Peg-20 Stearate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Carbomer
- Methylparaben
- Propylparaben
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Propylene Glycol
- Potassium Hydroxide
- Dipropylene Glycol
- Parfum
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Tetrasodium Edta
- Hexyl Cinnamal
- Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
- Butylphenyl Methylpropional
- Sorbitol
- Citronellol
- Cucumis Sativus Extract
- Tocopherol
- Ci 47005
- Ci 42090
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsContains mineral oilContains PEGContains siliconesContains fragranceContains parabensContains EU-26 allergensContains formaldehyde releasers
Formulation view Classic O/W moisturizer with mineral oil and silicones for occlusion, glycerin for hydration, and low-level retinyl palmitate. Factory view: mineral oil feel is heavy, balancing clearence is key; preservative compatibility is critical. Basic hydration for dry skin; oily/acne-prone skin should avoid.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- ANTISTATIC
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearateCetyl Alcohol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
- Peg-100 Stearate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
Other ingredients
Peg-20 StearatePhenoxyethanolCarbomerMethylparabenPropylparabenTocopheryl AcetatePropylene GlycolPotassium HydroxideDipropylene GlycolParfumRetinyl PalmitateTetrasodium EdtaHexyl CinnamalHydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeButylphenyl MethylpropionalSorbitolCitronellolCucumis Sativus ExtractTocopherolCi 47005Ci 42090
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Paraffinum Liquidum | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Peg-100 Stearate | SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Peg-20 Stearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, HUMECTANT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methylparaben | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/12 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Propylparaben | PRESERVATIVE, PERFUMING · 限制 V/12 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Potassium Hydroxide | BUFFERING · 限制 III/15a, 15d | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Dipropylene Glycol | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Retinyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Tetrasodium Edta | CHELATING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hexyl Cinnamal | PERFUMING · 限制 III/87 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING · 限制 II/1380 From 23 August 2019 cosmetic products containing that substance shall not be placed on the Union market. From 23 August 2021 cosmetic products containing that substance shall not be made available on the Union market.’; | 5 · 0 | Green |
| Butylphenyl Methylpropional | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING · 限制 II/1666 | 0 · – | Green |
| Sorbitol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cucumis Sativus Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 47005 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/82 | — | Green |
| 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
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Mineral oil occlusive; high moisture retention but heavy feel, moderate comedogenicity, caution for acne-prone skin.
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Peg-100 Stearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Peg-20 Stearate
- PEG-20 stearate emulsifier/cleanser, 0.5–2%; PEG-class potential allergen/dioxane residue risk.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Methylparaben
- Preservative, narrow spectrum; often combined, check allergen risk and regulatory limits.
- Propylparaben
- Medium-chain preservative; restricted use, pH-sensitive efficacy.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Potassium Hydroxide
- Strong alkali pH adjuster, trace usage (<0.1%); corrosive, must be neutralized.
- Dipropylene Glycol
- Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.
- Tetrasodium Edta
- Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.
- Hexyl Cinnamal
- Common fragrance component (jasmine/vanilla note); listed EU allergen, requires labeling at >10ppm (leave-on).
- Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics; restricted due to irritation risks.
- Butylphenyl Methylpropional
- Synthetic fragrance with floral notes; EU regulations limit usage, strict monitoring required.
- Sorbitol
- Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Cucumis Sativus Extract
- Cucumber extract, soothing and moisturizing; suitable for sensitive skin
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Ci 47005
- Azo synthetic colorant; comply with EU limit IV/82 and impurity specs.
- 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 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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