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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. Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
2. Butylene Glycol
3. Dimethicone
4. Cyclopentasiloxane
5. Aqua
6. Glycerin
7. Glycereth-26
8. Cyclohexasiloxane
9. Trisiloxane
10. 1,2-Hexanediol
11. Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
12. Dimethiconol
13. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
14. Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
15. Polysorbate 20
16. Phenoxyethanol
17. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
18. Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
19. Polysorbate 60
20. Parfum
21. Carbomer
22. PEG-40 Stearate
23. Propanediol
24. Phyllostachys Bambusoides Juice
25. Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
26. Palmitic Acid
27. Ethylhexylglycerin
28. Disodium EDTA
29. Stearic Acid
30. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
31. Alcohol
32. Potassium Hydroxide
33. Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
34. Sodium Hyaluronate
35. Beta-Glucan
36. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
37. Ceramide NP
38. Hydrogenated Lecithin
39. Citrus Grandis Seed Extract
40. Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract
41. Acorus Calamus Root Extract
42. Polysorbate 80
43. Amyl Cinnamal
44. Eugenol
45. Benzyl Salicylate
46. Butylphenyl Methylpropional
47. Citronellol
48. Hexyl Cinnamal

Highlights

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

Formulation view Multi-silicone system with cyclopentasiloxane provides a silky matte feel. Includes Ceramide NP, hyaluronic acid, and Opuntia seed oil for hydration and barrier care. Carbomer controls viscosity, ideal for mixed to oily skin. Factory note: Silicone compatibility and suspension stability are key.

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolGlycereth-26

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclopentasiloxaneCyclohexasiloxane

SOLVENT

Aqua

DENATURANT

Glycerin

Other ingredients

Trisiloxane1,2-HexanediolCetyl EthylhexanoateDimethiconolAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerPolysorbate 20PhenoxyethanolHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerHydrolyzed Jojoba EstersPolysorbate 60ParfumCarbomerPEG-40 StearatePropanediolPhyllostachys Bambusoides JuiceBetula Platyphylla Japonica JuicePalmitic AcidEthylhexylglycerinDisodium EDTAStearic AcidPortulaca Oleracea ExtractAlcoholPotassium HydroxideOpuntia Ficus-Indica Seed OilSodium HyaluronateBeta-GlucanCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCeramide NPHydrogenated LecithinCitrus Grandis Seed ExtractPerilla Frutescens Leaf ExtractAcorus Calamus Root ExtractPolysorbate 80Amyl CinnamalEugenolBenzyl SalicylateButylphenyl MethylpropionalCitronellolHexyl Cinnamal

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Ingredients explained

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

Prickly pear extract; traditional humectant/soother; no published irritant/comedogenic data

Butylene Glycol

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

Dimethicone

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

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

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Glycerin

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

Glycereth-26

Glycereth-26, humectant/viscosity modifier at 1–5%; non-ionic water-soluble, boosts stability and feel.

Cyclohexasiloxane

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

Trisiloxane

Used as anti-foaming and lubricant; provides silkiness, used at low levels.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.

Dimethiconol

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

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone thickener at 0.5-2%; silky/matte feel, non-comedogenic, partial oil phase incompatibility, use co-solvent/pre-emulsification.

Polysorbate 20

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

Lightweight emollient and film-former; improves hair slip, generally low concentration.

Polysorbate 60

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

Parfum

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

PEG-40 Stearate

Water-soluble emulsifier for O/W; mild cleansing, high levels may be comedogenic, caution for sensitive skin.

Propanediol

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

Phyllostachys Bambusoides Juice

Bamboo juice; polysaccharide and amino acid source for hydration and soothing; aqueous, requires preservative, low scent.

Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice

Birch juice NMF 0.5-5%; aqueous, check preservatives & sugars

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Alcohol

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

Potassium Hydroxide

Strong alkali pH adjuster, trace usage (<0.1%); corrosive, must be neutralized.

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil

Prickly pear seed oil; rich in vitamin E and linoleic acid; emollient; oxidation-prone, store away from light

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Beta-Glucan

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Citrus Grandis Seed Extract

Grapefruit seed extract; botanical astringent and tonic, contains essential oils, monitor allergenicity, cautious for sensitive skin.

Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract

Perilla leaf extract containing perillal, providing fragrance and mild soothing effects.

Acorus Calamus Root Extract

Soothing and perfuming extract; volatile oils may cause sensitization at low levels

Polysorbate 80

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens

Amyl Cinnamal

Fragrance ingredient restricted in the EU; usage limits apply to minimize allergic contact dermatitis risk.

Eugenol

Potent natural fragrance, EU restriction III/71; listed allergen, max 5%, caution for sensitive skin

Benzyl Salicylate

UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional

Synthetic fragrance with floral notes; EU regulations limit usage, strict monitoring required.

Citronellol

Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.

Hexyl Cinnamal

Common fragrance component (jasmine/vanilla note); listed EU allergen, requires labeling at >10ppm (leave-on).

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