aromatica Comforting Calendula Decoction Balm
aromatica Aromatica Comforting Calendula Decoction Balm lists 18 ingredients on its label, 17 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.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
- Sorbitan Olivate
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Isoamyl Laurate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera
- Glyceryl Behenate
- Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Shorea Robusta Resin
- Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera/Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera
- Aqua
- Glycerin
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Usnea Barbata Extract
- Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oils
Formulation view This balm features a high oil phase with sunflower seed oil, cocoa butter, and jojoba, modified with sunflower wax and glyceryl behenate. Contains calendula and lichen extracts for soothing. Lacks traditional preservatives, relying on low water activity. Suitable for lips or dry areas. Factory observation: Low water content reduces microbial risk, but polyunsaturated plant oils (e.g., evening primrose) are highly susceptible to oxidation, requiring strict nitrogen flushing or adequate antioxidants to ensure shelf life.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Helianthus Annuus Seed OilTheobroma Cacao Seed ButterSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilIsoamyl LaurateHelianthus Annuus Seed CeraGlyceryl Behenate
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Sorbitan Olivate
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Other ingredients
Olea Europaea Oil UnsaponifiablesOenothera Biennis OilShorea Robusta ResinRhus Verniciflua Peel Cera/Rhus Succedanea Fruit CeraAquaGlycerinCalendula Officinalis Flower ExtractUsnea Barbata ExtractZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractPulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Sorbitan Olivate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isoamyl Laurate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Behenate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Oenothera Biennis Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Shorea Robusta Resin | TONIC | 2 · – | Green |
| Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera/Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Usnea Barbata Extract | DEODORANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 3 · 0 | Green |
| Pulsatilla Koreana Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
- Heavy, occlusive plant butter; medium comedogenic rating, avoid on oily skin.
- Sorbitan Olivate
- O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Isoamyl Laurate
- Lightweight ester emollient; fast-drying, non-greasy feel, suitable for oily skin or summer formulations
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera
- Safflower seed wax for structure and gloss; balance with oils
- Glyceryl Behenate
- Emulsifier and thickener with emollient properties; high melting point, low comedogenicity.
- Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
- Olive oil unsaponifiables; rich in squalene and vitamin E. Use at 1-2% for repair; stable.
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Natural oil rich in GLA; supports barrier, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants
- Shorea Robusta Resin
- Katha bark resin rich in tannins used as a tonic; high phenol content may cause phototoxicity or darkening.
- Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera/Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera
- Not decoded yet
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.
- 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.
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
- Herb-based aqueous extract for soothing and conditioning; low usage levels, no significant sensitization
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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