cel-md Cel MD Microstem Hair Stimulation Formula

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. Water
2. Butylene Glycol
3. Alcohol
4. Asparagus Officinalis Extract
5. PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
6. Hydroxyacetophenone
7. Tromethamine
8. Salicylic Acid
9. Glycerin
10. Panthenol
11. 1,2-Hexanediol
12. Menthol
13. Carbomer
14. Trehalose
15. Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
16. Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
17. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
18. Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
19. Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
20. Caffeine
21. Mannitol
22. Xanthan Gum
23. Copper Tripeptide-1
24. Trisodium EDTA
25. Angelica Gigas Root Extract
26. Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
27. Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
28. 4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid
29. Octadecenedioic Acid
30. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
31. Biotin
32. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
33. PPG-26-Buteth-26
34. Caprylyl Glycol
35. Ethylhexylglycerin

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains PEGContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains mineral oil

Formulation view Alcohol-water system with salicylic acid, botanical extracts, caffeine, and copper peptide. Gel-like texture that dries quickly. Designed to stimulate scalp circulation. Factory view: High alcohol content demands strict container sealing and careful balance of salicylic acid irritation potential.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

ANTIFOAMING

Alcohol

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

ANTIOXIDANT

Hydroxyacetophenone

BUFFERING

Tromethamine

ANTI-SEBORRHEIC

Salicylic Acid

DENATURANT

Glycerin

Other ingredients

Asparagus Officinalis ExtractPanthenol1,2-HexanediolMentholCarbomerTrehaloseSophora Angustifolia Root ExtractCitrus Junos Fruit ExtractEucalyptus Globulus Leaf ExtractCitrus Paradisi Fruit ExtractEugenia Caryophyllus Flower ExtractCaffeineMannitolXanthan GumCopper Tripeptide-1Trisodium EDTAAngelica Gigas Root ExtractCnidium Officinale Root ExtractPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric AcidOctadecenedioic AcidArtemisia Vulgaris ExtractBiotinPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPPG-26-Buteth-26Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin

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Ingredients explained

Water

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

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.

Asparagus Officinalis Extract

Not decoded yet

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer at 1–5%; contains PEG, check acid compatibility and sensitive skin irritation

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Salicylic Acid

Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.

Glycerin

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

Panthenol

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Menthol

Cooling and soothing agent at 0.5–2%; high levels may cause sensitivity or irritation, use caution around eyes and mucous membranes

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Trehalose

Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.

Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract

Sophora root extract; matrine-rich with antimicrobial and anti-itch effects, used for skin conditioning.

Citrus Junos Fruit Extract

Yuzu peel extract; provides antioxidants, low concentration reduces photosensitivity risk.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

Extract with cooling scent and conditioning; contains essential oil, potential allergen, control dose

Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract

Grapefruit extract; antioxidant, contains furanocoumarins (photosensitizing), use low concentration, avoid sun.

Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract

Clove flower extract containing eugenol (allergen); astringent and antimicrobial properties; high concentrations may irritate oral mucosa.

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Mannitol

Polyol humectant with binding/skin conditioning properties; high levels may cause osmotic irritation

Xanthan Gum

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

Copper Tripeptide-1

Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) for repair/anti-aging at 0.01–0.1%; water-soluble, avoid chelators.

Trisodium EDTA

Metal chelator improving formula stability and synergizing preservatives; used at very low levels (<0.1%), control heavy metals.

Angelica Gigas Root Extract

Angelica gigas root extract; traditional care; coumarins present, note photosensitivity.

Cnidium Officinale Root Extract

Botanical root extract for skin conditioning; concentration based on stability, note allergen risk

Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract

Antioxidant root extract; caution advised for long-term application

4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid

Not decoded yet

Octadecenedioic Acid

Unsaturated dicarboxylic acid for thickening and rheology; used as gel or emulsion thickener, low irritation

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Herbal extract rich in volatile essential oils for skin conditioning; check sensitization potential at high levels

Biotin

Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.

PPG-26-Buteth-26

Not decoded yet

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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