burts-bees Burt's Bees Sensitive Night Cream
burts-bees Burt's Bees Sensitive Night Cream lists 38 ingredients on its label, 31 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.
- Aqua (Water
- Eau)
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Glycerin
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Ci 77947
- Zea Mays Starch
- Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract
- Oryza Sativa Extract
- Kaolin
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Sucrose
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract
- Jojoba Esters
- Beta Vulgaris (Beet
- Extrait De Racine De Betterave) Root Extract
- Lecithin
- Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane
- Extrait De Canne A Sucre) Extract
- Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
- Fructose
- Euphrasia Officinalis Extract
- Citric Acid
- Xanthan Gum
- Glucose
- Potassium Sorbate
- Alcohol Denat
- Sucrose Polystearate
- Inositol
- Trehalose
- Sucrose Stearate
- Benzoic Acid
- Phenoxyethanol
- Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
- Glyceryl Laurate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Sodium Pca
Highlights
Free of fragranceFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains alcohol
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua (WaterEau)
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Helianthus Annuus Seed OilCetyl Alcohol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- COLORANT · 限制 IV
- Ci 77947
- ABRASIVE
- Zea Mays StarchOryza Sativa Extract
Other ingredients
Gossypium Herbaceum Flower ExtractKaolinAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceSucroseButyrospermum Parkii ButterArtemisia Umbelliformis ExtractJojoba EstersBeta Vulgaris (BeetExtrait De Racine De Betterave) Root ExtractLecithinSaccharum Officinarum (Sugar CaneExtrait De Canne A Sucre) ExtractHydrolyzed Jojoba EstersFructoseEuphrasia Officinalis ExtractCitric AcidXanthan GumGlucosePotassium SorbateAlcohol DenatSucrose PolystearateInositolTrehaloseSucrose StearateBenzoic AcidPhenoxyethanolSodium Stearoyl LactylateGlyceryl LaurateSodium BenzoateSodium Pca
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua (Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Eau) | 溶剂,稀释剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Ci 77947 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/144 | 0 · – | Green |
| Zea Mays Starch | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Oryza Sativa Extract | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, BULKING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Kaolin | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sucrose | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Jojoba Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Beta Vulgaris (Beet | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Extrait De Racine De Betterave) Root Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Extrait De Canne A Sucre) Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters | FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Fructose | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Euphrasia Officinalis Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glucose | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sucrose Polystearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Inositol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trehalose | HUMECTANT, MOISTURISING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sucrose Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Benzoic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, pH ADJUSTERS · 限制 V/1 | 1 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Laurate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Pca | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | – · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua (Water
- Primary solvent; requires preservatives at high concentration; adjust viscosity with thickeners
- Eau)
- Pure water, solvent and diluent; drinking water standard, no known allergens or irritation
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Ci 77947
- Physical pigment and UV filter; strict particle size requirements for eye/lip.
- Zea Mays Starch
- Corn starch for oil absorption and suspension; powder, hygroscopic, needs moisture control
- Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Oryza Sativa Extract
- Physical exfoliant and absorbent powder for cleansing and texture; abrasive particles, avoid high frequency on sensitive or compromised skin
- Kaolin
- Kaolin absorbent and bulk for powders/masks; check for heavy metals and comply with EU colorant limits IV/119
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Sucrose
- Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.
- Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Jojoba Esters
- Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.
- Beta Vulgaris (Beet
- Not decoded yet
- Extrait De Racine De Betterave) Root Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane
- Not decoded yet
- Extrait De Canne A Sucre) Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
- Lightweight emollient and film-former; improves hair slip, generally low concentration.
- Fructose
- Strong humectant; high levels can increase viscosity and hygroscopicity.
- Euphrasia Officinalis Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Glucose
- Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Sucrose Polystearate
- Sucrose polyester emulsifier, non-ionic and mild; often blended with water- or oil-soluble surfactants to tune emulsification efficiency.
- Inositol
- Humectant at 0.5–2%; gentle moisturizing, suitable for sensitive skin
- Trehalose
- Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.
- Sucrose Stearate
- Succrose ester emulsifier/emolient with cleansing properties; HLB determines emulsion type.
- Benzoic Acid
- Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
- Mild emulsifier/stabilizer for O/W; control usage to prevent viscosity issues
- Glyceryl Laurate
- Glyceryl laurate, emollient and emulsifier; plant-derived, gentle, low comedogenicity, suitable for cream systems.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Sodium Pca
- Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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