tonymoly Propolis Tower Barrier Rebalancing Emulsion

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. Propolis Extract
2. Glycerin
3. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4. Propanediol
5. 1,2-Hexanediol
6. Niacinamide
7. Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
8. Jojoba Esters
9. C14-22 Alcohols
10. Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
11. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
12. Centella Asiatica Extract
13. Panthenol
14. Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2
15. 400Ppm)
16. Honey Extract(2
17. 400Ppm)
18. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
19. Phellinus Linteus Extract
20. Arctium Lappa Root Extract
21. Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
22. Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
23. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
24. Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
25. C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
26. Ethylhexyl Stearate
27. Corallina Officinalis Extract
28. Beta-Glucan
29. Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
30. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
31. Rosa Damascena Flower Water
32. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
33. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
34. Prunus Persica Fruit Extract
35. Jasminum Officinale Flower Water
36. Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
37. Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
38. Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
39. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
40. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
41. Water
42. Ceramide NP
43. Sodium Hyaluronate
44. Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
45. Hydrogenated Lecithin
46. Trideceth-6
47. Sodium Polyacrylate
48. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
49. Xanthan Gum
50. Tromethamine
51. Adenosine
52. Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether
53. Tocopherol
54. Caprylyl Glycol
55. Ethylhexylglycerin

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergens

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING

Propolis Extract1,2-Hexanediol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

SOLVENT

Propanediol

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Jojoba Esters

Other ingredients

C14-22 AlcoholsPolyglyceryl-10 LauratePolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateCentella Asiatica ExtractPanthenolScrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2400Ppm)Honey Extract(2400Ppm)Portulaca Oleracea ExtractPhellinus Linteus ExtractArctium Lappa Root ExtractLactobacillus Ferment LysateSaccharomyces Ferment FiltrateChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractVitex Agnus Castus ExtractC12-20 Alkyl GlucosideEthylhexyl StearateCorallina Officinalis ExtractBeta-GlucanPyrus Communis Fruit ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractRosa Damascena Flower WaterMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractPrunus Persica Fruit ExtractJasminum Officinale Flower WaterHedera Helix Leaf/Stem ExtractVanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractCucumis Melo Fruit ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractWaterCeramide NPSodium HyaluronatePhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateHydrogenated LecithinTrideceth-6Sodium PolyacrylateAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerXanthan GumTromethamineAdenosineEthyl Ascorbyl EtherTocopherolCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin

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Ingredients explained

Propolis Extract

Propolis extract for antimicrobial care; complex composition, potential allergy risk.

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

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

Plant oil for emollience and nutrition; contains proteins that may cause sensitivity, use caution in sensitive skin

Jojoba Esters

Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.

C14-22 Alcohols

Fatty alcohol blend for emulsion stability and texture; may contain myristyl alcohol, moderate comedogenic risk.

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Mild non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; cetyl ester structure may irritate sensitive skin, use at 0.5-3%.

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Non-ionic emulsifier at 1–3%; mild, easily combined with other surfactants.

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2

Not decoded yet

400Ppm)

Not decoded yet

Honey Extract(2

Not decoded yet

400Ppm)

Not decoded yet

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Phellinus Linteus Extract

Phellinus linteus polysaccharide at 0.1–0.5% in water phase; boosts hydration, low allergenicity

Arctium Lappa Root Extract

Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Lactobacillus ferment lysate for skin conditioning; provides soothing and hydration, low sensitization risk if sterile.

Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Yeast ferment filtrate; humectant and conditioner. May contain peptides, prone to browning, protect from light.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.

Vitex Agnus Castus Extract

Agnus-castus extract for astringency; phytoestrogenic activity, avoid in pregnant/hormone-sensitive users.

C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside

Non-ionic surfactant for mild cleansing and emulsification; plant-based glucoside, suitable for sensitive and baby skin.

Ethylhexyl Stearate

Synthetic ester emollient and emulsifier; oil-soluble, light feel, low comedogenicity, suitable for oily skin.

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract

Pear fruit extract with polyphenols and antioxidants; moisturizing and protective; juice-based, requires preservative and stability management.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; has antibacterial properties, allergy testing advised.

Rosa Damascena Flower Water

Aromatic hydrosol base; provides scent and conditioning benefits.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; antioxidant properties, light sensitivity advised.

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Prunus Persica Fruit Extract

Peach fruit extract with fruit acids and fibers; used as mild physical exfoliant and moisturizer

Jasminum Officinale Flower Water

Jasminum officinale flower water for fragrance and conditioning; may contain allergenic spices, caution for sensitive skin

Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract

Ivy extract for soothing/astringent skin care; usually acts in synergy.

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

Vanilla extract adds scent and soothing; acts as natural fragrance, dose carefully.

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract

Melon fruit extract rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides for soothing and hydration; natural, may contain allergens, test for sensitization.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Holy basil leaf extract for conditioning; complex botanical, patch test recommended for compatibility

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Phytosterol blend for skin conditioning; gentle, barrier-repairing, low irritation.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Trideceth-6

Not decoded yet

Sodium Polyacrylate

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

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Xanthan Gum

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

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether

Ethyl ascorbyl ether antioxidant; more stable than ascorbic acid, minimal irritation at low concentrations.

Tocopherol

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

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

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