innisfree 9 solutions emulsion

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. Glycerin
4. Alcohol
5. Cyclopentasiloxane
6. Squalane
7. Cocoglycerides
8. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
9. Dimethicone
10. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
11. Arbutin
12. Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
13. Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
14. Cyclohexasiloxane
15. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
16. Glyceryl Stearate
17. Dimethiconol
18. PEG-100 Stearate
19. Phenoxyethanol
20. Fragrance
21. Polyacrylate-13
22. Xanthan Gum
23. Polyisobutene
24. Propanediol
25. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
26. Cetearyl Alcohol
27. Disodium EDTA
28. Ethylhexylglycerin
29. Adenosine
30. Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract
31. Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
32. Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract
33. Orchid Extract
34. Polysorbate 20
35. Sorbitan Isostearate
36. Stearic Acid
37. Dextrin
38. Theobroma Cacao Extract
39. Hydrogenated Lecithin
40. Calanthe Discolor Extract
41. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
42. Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
43. Houttuynia Cordata Extract
44. Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
45. Polyglutamic Acid
46. Prunella Vulgaris Leaf Extract
47. Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
48. Sodium Hyaluronate
49. Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
50. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
51. Beta-Glucan

Highlights

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

Formulation view A lightweight water-in-oil emulsion containing alcohol for quick drying, combined with light silicones and squalane. Uses non-ionic emulsifiers, with actives like arbutin, adenosine, and various botanical extracts. Suitable for combination to oily skin, balancing hydration with freshness. Factory observation: Alcohol levels must be balanced to avoid irritation while ensuring moisture retention; the high number of botanical extracts requires testing for interactions and turbidity control.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

ANTIFOAMING

Alcohol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclopentasiloxaneSqualaneCocoglyceridesHydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Other ingredients

DimethiconePolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateArbutinLimnanthes Alba Seed OilPentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateCyclohexasiloxaneButyrospermum Parkii ButterGlyceryl StearateDimethiconolPEG-100 StearatePhenoxyethanolFragrancePolyacrylate-13Xanthan GumPolyisobutenePropanediolCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCetearyl AlcoholDisodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerinAdenosineCamellia Japonica Leaf ExtractCitrus Unshiu Peel ExtractOpuntia Coccinellifera Fruit ExtractOrchid ExtractPolysorbate 20Sorbitan IsostearateStearic AcidDextrinTheobroma Cacao ExtractHydrogenated LecithinCalanthe Discolor ExtractArtemisia Vulgaris ExtractGanoderma Lucidum ExtractHouttuynia Cordata ExtractLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractPolyglutamic AcidPrunella Vulgaris Leaf ExtractRubus Idaeus Fruit ExtractSodium HyaluronateTaraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root ExtractZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractBeta-Glucan

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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

Glycerin

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

Alcohol

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

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

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Cocoglycerides

Coco-glycerides act as emulsifiers and skin conditioning agents; gentle, often used in soap-free formulations.

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Dimethicone

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

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Non-ionic emulsifier at 1–3%; mild, easily combined with other surfactants.

Arbutin

Tyrosinase inhibitor for whitening; typical use 1-2%, comply with EU restrictions on specific arbutins.

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Lightweight natural oil with mineral oil-like feel; oxidizes easily, add antioxidants and control dose.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

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

Cyclohexasiloxane

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

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

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

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Dimethiconol

Dimethiconol; silicone emollient providing silky feel and reducing friction; moderate comedogenicity, avoid excess.

PEG-100 Stearate

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Polyacrylate-13

Not decoded yet

Xanthan Gum

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

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Propanediol

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

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Disodium EDTA

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Adenosine

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

Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract

Camellia leaf extract providing skin conditioning and antioxidant support; gentle with no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract

Citrus peel extract providing fragrance

Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract

Botanical fruit extract for skin conditioning; usually at low levels, act in synergy.

Orchid Extract

Orchid extract, moisturizing; efficacy varies by species, standardized extract preferred.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Sorbitan Isostearate

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Dextrin

Polymer thickener and binder from starch fermentation; biodegradable, hygroscopic, may affect powder flow

Theobroma Cacao Extract

Cacao extract providing antioxidants and conditioning, aids skin elasticity.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Calanthe Discolor Extract

Calanthe extract, repair and conditioning; 0.1–1% typical, data limited, low risk

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

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

Ganoderma Lucidum Extract

Botanical extract claimed for skin protection

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Houttuynia cordata extract for anti-inflammatory and soothing effects; contains volatile oils, patch test recommended for sensitive skin.

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract

Honeysuckle extract for soothing; requires antimicrobial protection.

Polyglutamic Acid

Natural-derived polypeptide for hydration and skin conditioning; often used for long-lasting moisture

Prunella Vulgaris Leaf Extract

Prunella leaf extract, soothing and conditioning; 0.1–1% typical, data limited, low risk

Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract

Raspberry fruit extract with astringent and keratolytic properties; exfoliating, may irritate at high levels

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract

Dandelion root extract; traditional soothing and conditioning agent, low concentration, suitable for sensitive formulas.

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

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

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

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