be-plain Be Plain Cicaterol Moisturizer

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. Centella Asiatica Extract
2. Glycerin
3. Butylene Glycol
4. Propanediol
5. Purified Water
6. Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
7. Niacinamide
8. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
9. 1,2-Hexanediol
10. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP Copolymer
11. Isononyl Isononanoate
12. Cetearyl Olivate
13. Sorbitan Olivate
14. Carbomer
15. Tromethamine
16. Panthenol
17. Ethylhexylglycerin
18. Dicaprylyl Carbonate
19. Allantoin
20. Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
21. Adenosine
22. Beta-Sitosterol
23. Glucose
24. Hydrogenated Lecithin
25. Pentylene Glycol
26. Madecassoside
27. White Rice Flower Extract
28. Sodium Hyaluronate
29. Asiaticoside
30. Madecassic Acid
31. Asiatic Acid

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derived

Formulation view Centella extract leads the formula for soothing repair. Glycerin and butylene glycol provide hydration, while niacinamide aids skin conditioning. Oil phase uses medium-chain esters and jojoba for light texture. Emulsification combines cetearyl olivate and carbomer for a creamy structure. Preservation relies on 1,2-hexanediol and ethylhexylglycerin for low irritation. Ideal for damaged or sensitive barriers. Formulation insight: Low-allergen design balances occlusion and comfort with plant oils for long-term stability.

Key ingredients

CLEANSING

Centella Asiatica Extract

DENATURANT

Glycerin

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SOLVENT

Propanediol

溶剂

Purified Water

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateCoco-Caprylate/Caprate

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

Other ingredients

1,2-HexanediolAmmonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP CopolymerIsononyl IsononanoateCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateCarbomerTromethaminePanthenolEthylhexylglycerinDicaprylyl CarbonateAllantoinGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid CopolymerAdenosineBeta-SitosterolGlucoseHydrogenated LecithinPentylene GlycolMadecassosideWhite Rice Flower ExtractSodium HyaluronateAsiaticosideMadecassic AcidAsiatic Acid

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Ingredients explained

Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Glycerin

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Propanediol

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

Purified Water

Deionized or purified water serving as the formulation solvent base; requires protection from microbial contamination, typically constitutes the majority of the formula.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Mild emulsifier and emollient with cleansing function; suitable for baby and sensitive skin, low irritancy.

Niacinamide

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

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer enhancing conditioning agent deposition on hair; improves detangling and antistatic properties.

Isononyl Isononanoate

Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Panthenol

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Light emollient solvent at 5–15%; mineral oil-free, refreshing feel, low sensitization.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer for thickening and moisturizing; synthetic polymer with low sensitization risk.

Adenosine

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

Beta-Sitosterol

Plant sterol for emulsion stability and barrier support; high levels may destabilize hydrophilic systems.

Glucose

Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Pentylene Glycol

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

Madecassoside

Triterpenoid glycoside with soothing, repairing, and antioxidant effects; typical concentration 0.1-1%, suitable for sensitive or compromised skin, good stability.

White Rice Flower Extract

White rice flower extract with salicylic acid/amino acids; natural source, assess allergen load for brightening claims.

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Asiaticoside

Plant glycoside, healing and antioxidant; poor solubility, use low levels with solubilizers.

Madecassic Acid

Madecassoside hydrolysis product for barrier repair and anti-inflammatory action; mild, low typical usage

Asiatic Acid

Pro-healing active, 0.1–1%; stability affected by light, store protected from light.

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