fourth-ray Fourth Ray Pore Real
fourth-ray Fourth Ray Pore Real 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.
- Water
- Decyl Glucoside
- Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
- Sodium Citrate
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- Polysorbate 20
- Glycerin
- Pentylene Glycol
- Niacinamide
- Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
- Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract
- Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Gardenia Florida Flower Extract
- Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
- Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
- Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
- Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Citric Acid
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Hexylene Glycol
- Phenoxyethanol
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains mineral oil
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- CLEANSING
- Decyl Glucoside
- ANTISTATIC
- Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
- BUFFERING
- Sodium Citrate
- ASTRINGENT
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polysorbate 20
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Pentylene Glycol
Other ingredients
NiacinamideAnanas Sativus Fruit ExtractCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit ExtractCitrus Nobilis Fruit ExtractFragaria Chiloensis Fruit ExtractHelianthus Annuus Seed OilLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractPrunus Armeniaca Fruit ExtractEugenia Caryophyllus Flower ExtractGardenia Florida Flower ExtractJasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf ExtractRubus Idaeus Leaf ExtractCitrus Aurantifolia Peel ExtractPyrus Malus Fruit ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilCitric AcidCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinHexylene GlycolPhenoxyethanol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Decyl Glucoside | CLEANSING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Citrate | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Water | ASTRINGENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | — | Green |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract | ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, TONIC | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Gardenia Florida Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract | FRAGRANCE, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, PERFUMING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract | CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 II/358 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hexylene Glycol | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, PERFUMING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Decyl Glucoside
- Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.
- Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
- Mild amino acid amphoteric surfactant for cleansing and foam boosting; low irritation, biodegradable
- Sodium Citrate
- Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.
- Hamamelis Virginiana Water
- Hamamelis water; tannins/flavonoids for astringent and soothing; low conc, generally well-tolerated
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
- Pineapple extract with protease and Vit C; mild AHA exfoliant; may irritate at high levels, use caution.
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
- Citrus peel extract, provides fragrance and astringency; photosensitive due to furanocoumarins; caution in daytime or remove photoactives.
- Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract
- Citrus nobilis fruit extract; fragrance and conditioning; citrus, photo-sensitization/allergen risk
- Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
- Botanical extract with phenolics, used as skin conditioner; low concentration, low irritancy, functional claim ingredient
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Aromatic skin conditioning extract; contains fragrance allergens, test for sensitivity.
- Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
- Fruit extract rich in vitamins and enzymes for skin conditioning; prone to discoloration at high pH, add antioxidants
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Clove flower extract containing eugenol (allergen); astringent and antimicrobial properties; high concentrations may irritate oral mucosa.
- Gardenia Florida Flower Extract
- Gardenia extract with iridoids for antioxidant and soothing effects; check photostability.
- Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
- Jasmine flower/leaf extract for fragrance and conditioning; contains allergenic fragrances, caution in sensitive skin
- Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
- Raspberry leaf extract rich in polyphenols; acts as plant-based skin conditioner; generally low irritancy.
- Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
- Lime peel extract for cleansing and fragrance; contains phototoxic furocoumarins, caution for daytime use.
- Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
- Apple fruit extract, polyphenols for conditioning and antioxidant; batch variation needs standardization
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- 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
- Hexylene Glycol
- Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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