sunday-riley Sunday Riley C.E.O. C + E Micro-Dissolve Cleansing Oil
sunday-riley Sunday Riley C.E.O. C + E Micro-Dissolve Cleansing Oil lists 29 ingredients on its label, 27 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.
- Isoamyl Laurate
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Isostearyl Isostearate
- Triethylhexanoin
- Peg-10 Laurate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Aqua
- Decyl Glucoside
- Propanediol
- Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
- Squalane
- Methylpropanediol
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
- Sodium Phytate
- C30 Hydrocarbons
- Phenoxyethanol
- Tocopherol
- Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
- Alcohol Denat.
- Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
- Citrus Tangerina Extract
- Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
- Nasturtium Officinale Extract
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
- Caprylyl Glycol
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oils
Formulation view A light ester-based oil cleanser with mild glucoside surfactants for emulsification. Contains citrus oil and botanical antioxidants. Suited for oily skin or summer use. Factory note: manage citrus oil photosensitivity and ensure antioxidant protection for actives.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Isoamyl Laurate
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Sorbitan Oleate
- BINDING
- Isostearyl Isostearate
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Triethylhexanoin
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- SOLVENT
- AquaPropanediol
- CLEANSING
- Decyl Glucoside
Other ingredients
Peg-10 LauratePolyglyceryl-2 CaprateSqualaneMethylpropanediolCitrus Reticulata Peel OilSodium PhytateC30 HydrocarbonsPhenoxyethanolTocopherolMicrocitrus Australasica Fruit ExtractSalix Alba Bark ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractButyrospermum Parkii Butter ExtractAlcohol Denat.Rosa Canina Fruit ExtractCitrus Tangerina ExtractOenothera Biennis Seed ExtractNasturtium Officinale ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractTetrahexyldecyl AscorbateCaprylyl Glycol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isoamyl Laurate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Oleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isostearyl Isostearate | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Triethylhexanoin | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Peg-10 Laurate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Decyl Glucoside | CLEANSING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methylpropanediol | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil | DEODORANT, FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 II/358 | 2 · 1 | Green |
| Sodium Phytate | CHELATING, ORAL CARE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C30 Hydrocarbons | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract | 抗氧化剂,清新剂 | — | Green |
| Salix Alba Bark Extract | ASTRINGENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Curcuma Longa Root Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Alcohol Denat. | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Rosa Canina Fruit Extract | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Tangerina Extract | TONIC | — | Green |
| Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Nasturtium Officinale Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Isoamyl Laurate
- Lightweight ester emollient; fast-drying, non-greasy feel, suitable for oily skin or summer formulations
- Sorbitan Oleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for oil-in-water systems; plant-derived, check oxidative stability
- Isostearyl Isostearate
- Dry emollient providing non-greasy feel; low comedogenic risk, suitable for combination skin.
- Triethylhexanoin
- Light ester for non-greasy feel and fragrance; low allergenicity, high levels can act as solvent
- Peg-10 Laurate
- Not decoded yet
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Decyl Glucoside
- Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
- Mild O/W emulsifier; suitable for sensitive-skin formulations.
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Methylpropanediol
- Diol solvent and extraction carrier; enhances solubility of actives, low irritation profile.
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
- Citrus oil for scent; high phototoxicity means low use in daytime products.
- Sodium Phytate
- Chelating agent stabilizes metal ions to prevent oxidative degradation; also used in oral care, high safety profile.
- C30 Hydrocarbons
- Not decoded yet
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract
- Citrus fruit extract for antioxidant and fresh feel; potential allergen
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Contains natural salicylic acid precursors, mild exfoliating and antibacterial; may irritate at high levels; avoid in sensitive skin.
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
- Shea butter extract for conditioning and moisture; extraction may leave trace impurities, comedogenicity follows base oil rating of 2.
- Alcohol Denat.
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
- Rich in Vit C and polyphenols, astringent; water-soluble, unstable, add at low temp.
- Citrus Tangerina Extract
- Rich in VC and citrus scent; brightening/conditioning; check photosensitivity.
- Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
- Evening primrose seed extract focused on antioxidant and moisturizing; distinct from oil, low fat content
- Nasturtium Officinale Extract
- Watercress extract, antioxidant and conditioning; 1–2% typical, fragrance allergens
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
- Lipophilic Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant and brightening; more stable than VC, oil-soluble, must pair with oil phase
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
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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