skin-drop Skin Drop Advanced Retinol Complex
skin-drop Skin Drop Advanced Retinol Complex lists 29 ingredients on its label, 28 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.
- Purified Water
- Stearic Acid
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Dimethicone
- Glyceryl Stearate SE
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Retinol
- Coenochloris Signiensis Extract
- Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
- Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Betula Alba Bark Extract
- Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Pullulan
- Squalane
- Glycerin
- Silica
- Polysorbate 20
- Maltodextrin
- Lecithin
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Carbomer
- Phenoxyethanol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Natural Fragrance
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains PEG
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Purified Water
- CLEANSING
- Stearic Acid
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetyl Alcohol
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Glyceryl Stearate SE
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerMacrocystis Pyrifera Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III
- Retinol
Other ingredients
Coenochloris Signiensis ExtractNannochloropsis Oculata ExtractPrunus Armeniaca Kernel OilBetula Alba Bark ExtractCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractButyrospermum Parkii ButterArgania Spinosa Kernel OilLimnanthes Alba Seed OilTocopheryl AcetatePullulanSqualaneGlycerinSilicaPolysorbate 20MaltodextrinLecithinSodium HydroxideCarbomerPhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerinNatural Fragrance
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purified Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate SE | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Retinol | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 3 · 0 | Yellow |
| Coenochloris Signiensis Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Betula Alba Bark Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pullulan | BINDING, FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Carbomer | EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Natural Fragrance | 增香剂 | 1 · – | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Purified Water
- Deionized or purified water serving as the formulation solvent base; requires protection from microbial contamination, typically constitutes the majority of the formula.
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Glyceryl Stearate SE
- Emulsifier at 1–3%; oil-phase ingredient, easy emulsification, low sensitization.
- 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.
- Retinol
- Highly active and unstable, needs robust antioxidant encapsulation; 0.1-1.0%, pregnancy contraindicated
- Coenochloris Signiensis Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
- Giant kelp extract; moisturizing polysaccharides; ocean theme, check for marine allergies.
- Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract
- Microalgae extract for humectancy, antioxidant, and skin conditioning.
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Plant oil for emollience and nutrition; contains proteins that may cause sensitivity, use caution in sensitive skin
- Betula Alba Bark Extract
- Provides botanical fragrance and flavor with antioxidant potential; concentrated extracts may cause aromatic allergens.
- Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
- Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Lightweight natural oil with mineral oil-like feel; oxidizes easily, add antioxidants and control dose.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Pullulan
- Microbial polysaccharide for film forming and thickening; water-soluble film former used in capsules or moisturizing films.
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Carbomer
- Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Natural Fragrance
- Complex mixture of naturally-derived fragrances; batch variation possible, strict compliance with EU 26 allergen labeling required.
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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