Watsons (屈臣氏) Collagen Hydro Balance 成份

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. Dipropylene glycol
3. Butylene Glycol
4. Alcohol
5. Methyl trimethicone
6. Cyclopentasiloxane
7. Dimethicone
8. PEG/PPG/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin
9. Cyclohexasiloxane
10. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
11. Phenoxyethanol
12. Panthenol
13. Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate
14. Polysorbate 60
15. Tromethamine
16. Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
17. Parfum
18. Glyceryl Stearate
19. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
20. Caprylyl Glycol
21. Carbomer
22. Elaeis guineensis oil
23. PEG-100 Stearate
24. Sorbitan isostearate
25. PPG-26-Buteth-26
26. Ethylhexylglycerin
27. Disodium EDTA
28. 1,2-Hexanediol
29. Hydrolyzed collagen
30. PEG-40 Castor Oil
31. Sodium Hyaluronate
32. Hydrolyzed elastin
33. Xylitylglucoside
34. Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract
35. Anhydroxylitol
36. Neofinetia Falcata Callus Culture Extract
37. Glycerin
38. Hyaluronic Acid
39. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
40. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
41. Laminaria Saccharina Extract
42. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
43. Xylitol
44. Benzyl Glycol
45. Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Callus Culture Extract
46. Ascorbic Acid
47. Algae Extract
48. Pentylene Glycol
49. Hydrogenated lecithin
50. Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract
51. Pistacia Lentiscus Gum
52. Orthosiphon stamineus
53. Stearic Acid
54. Raspberry Ketone
55. Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
56. Usnea Barbata Extract
57. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
58. Xanthan Gum
59. Ceramide 3
60. Lecithin
61. Alpha-isomethyl ionone
62. Limonene

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains siliconesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains essential oils

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

FRAGRANCE

Dipropylene glycol

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolPEG/PPG/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin

ANTIFOAMING

AlcoholDimethicone

HAIR CONDITIONING

Methyl trimethicone

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cyclopentasiloxane

Other ingredients

CyclohexasiloxaneCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePhenoxyethanolPanthenolPentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoatePolysorbate 60TromethamineAcrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerParfumGlyceryl StearateButyrospermum Parkii ButterCaprylyl GlycolCarbomerElaeis guineensis oilPEG-100 StearateSorbitan isostearatePPG-26-Buteth-26EthylhexylglycerinDisodium EDTA1,2-HexanediolHydrolyzed collagenPEG-40 Castor OilSodium HyaluronateHydrolyzed elastinXylitylglucosideHydrolyzed Viola Tricolor ExtractAnhydroxylitolNeofinetia Falcata Callus Culture ExtractGlycerinHyaluronic AcidHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidHydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateLaminaria Saccharina ExtractSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerXylitolBenzyl GlycolMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Callus Culture ExtractAscorbic AcidAlgae ExtractPentylene GlycolHydrogenated lecithinCaulerpa Lentillifera ExtractPistacia Lentiscus GumOrthosiphon stamineusStearic AcidRaspberry KetonePulsatilla Koreana ExtractUsnea Barbata ExtractZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractXanthan GumCeramide 3LecithinAlpha-isomethyl iononeLimonene

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Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Dipropylene glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Alcohol

Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.

Methyl trimethicone

Methyl trimethicone, light volatile silicone; non-comedogenic, good powder compatibility.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

PEG/PPG/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin

PEG/PPG polybutylene glycerin humectant; monitor PEG oxidation and stability.

Cyclohexasiloxane

Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Panthenol

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

Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate

Esther emollient for a light, silky feel; heavy at high concentrations.

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer

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

Parfum

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

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

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

Elaeis guineensis oil

Palm oil, emollient occlusive; saturated fats, moderate comedogenic risk.

PEG-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Sorbitan isostearate

Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.

PPG-26-Buteth-26

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Hydrolyzed collagen

Hydrolyzed protein for film-forming and moisture; molecular weight limits penetration, check source for shellfish allergies

PEG-40 Castor Oil

PEG-40 castor oil solubilizer/emulsifier; common ≤2%, low comedogenic risk.

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Hydrolyzed elastin

Hydrolyzed elastin, moisturizer; MW determines penetration, large MW surface conditioning.

Xylitylglucoside

Polyol humectant with high water absorption and fresh feel; often co-used with propylene glycol for enhanced hydration.

Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract

Hydrolyzed plant peptides/polysaccharides for skin protection; no irritancy data, test stability

Anhydroxylitol

Anhydrous xylitol, potent humectant; high hygroscopicity may cause stickiness at high levels.

Neofinetia Falcata Callus Culture Extract

Not decoded yet

Glycerin

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

Hyaluronic Acid

High-water-binding humectant at 0.1-1%; high-MW for surface film, low-MW for dermal potential, check cationic compatibility.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Cationic hyaluronic acid, 0.1–1%; water-soluble thickener and conditioning agent.

Laminaria Saccharina Extract

Seaweed-derived hydrating skin protectant rich in polysaccharides; filter to prevent microbial contamination

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Crosslinked high-MW HA; forms surface hydrogel for long-lasting hydration, minimal penetration, physical film-forming.

Xylitol

Polyol humectant, sweet taste; water-soluble, high hygroscopy, excess draws moisture.

Benzyl Glycol

Solvent and viscosity regulator; aids solubility of actives, slight preservative boost

Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Callus Culture Extract

Cell culture extract with antioxidant and humectant benefits; stable, suitable for sensitive formulas

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Algae Extract

Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Hydrogenated lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract

Seaweed extract with chondroitin; film-forming moisturizer for elasticity and firmness.

Pistacia Lentiscus Gum

Frankincense resin for film formation and fragrance; natural source, high doses may sensitize

Orthosiphon stamineus

Not decoded yet

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Raspberry Ketone

Natural raspberry ketone; acts as fragrance and skin conditioning agent; often added in trace amounts for specific claims.

Pulsatilla Koreana Extract

Herb-based aqueous extract for soothing and conditioning; low usage levels, no significant sensitization

Usnea Barbata Extract

Lichen extract; natural deodorant, contains usnic acid, for oral/body care, avoid dust inhalation.

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

Zanthoxylum fruit extract for skin conditioning; contains capsaicinoids, watch for irritation.

Xanthan Gum

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

Ceramide 3

Ceramide 3 to restore skin barrier and moisturize; used at 0.01–1%, often blended

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Alpha-isomethyl ionone

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

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability