ahava Extreme Night Treatment

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. Cyclopentasiloxane
2. Aqua
3. Glycerin
4. Cyclomethicone
5. Propanediol
6. Dimethicone
7. Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
8. Butylene Glycol
9. Dimethicone Crosspolymer
10. Squalene
11. Dimethiconol
12. PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
13. Isohexadecane
14. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
15. Phenyl Trimethicone
16. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3
17. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
18. Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract
19. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
20. Saccharum Officinarum Extract
21. Phenoxyethanol
22. Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
23. Aesculus Hippocastanum Leaf Extract
24. Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract
25. Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract
26. Acer Saccharum Extract
27. Sodium Hyaluronate
28. Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
29. Maris Sal
30. Polysorbate 20
31. Carbomer
32. Caffeine
33. Lecithin
34. Palmitoyl Carnitine
35. Propylene Glycol
36. Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
37. Phaseolus Lunatus Seed Extract
38. Rutin
39. Dipeptide-2
40. Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
41. Steareth-20
42. Teprenone
43. Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
44. Rabdosia Rubescens Extract
45. Bisabolol
46. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
47. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water
48. Glucose
49. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
50. Cetraria Islandica Extract
51. Centella Asiatica Extract
52. Panthenol
53. Chrysin
54. N-Hydroxysuccinimide
55. Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
56. Tocopherol
57. Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
58. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
59. Pichia\Resveratrol Ferment Extract
60. Ethylhexylglycerin
61. Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
62. Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
63. Rubus Ellipticus Root Extract
64. Ammonium Lactate
65. Bellis Perennis Flower Extract
66. Parfum
67. Allantoin
68. Dunaliella Salina Extract
69. BHA
70. Citric Acid
71. Propyl Gallate
72. Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract
73. Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates
74. Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
75. Butylphenyl Methylpropional
76. Linalool
77. Citronellol
78. Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
79. Hexyl Cinnamal
80. Limonene
81. Benzyl Salicylate
82. Geraniol

Highlights

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

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclopentasiloxaneCyclomethiconeBis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone

SOLVENT

AquaPropanediol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

Other ingredients

Dimethicone CrosspolymerSqualeneDimethiconolPEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeIsohexadecaneCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePhenyl TrimethiconePalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceCitrus Medica Limonum Fruit ExtractCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit ExtractSaccharum Officinarum ExtractPhenoxyethanolVaccinium Myrtillus Leaf ExtractAesculus Hippocastanum Leaf ExtractEquisetum Arvense Leaf ExtractRuscus Aculeatus Root ExtractAcer Saccharum ExtractSodium HyaluronatePalmitoyl OligopeptideMaris SalPolysorbate 20CarbomerCaffeineLecithinPalmitoyl CarnitinePropylene GlycolCetyl HydroxyethylcellulosePhaseolus Lunatus Seed ExtractRutinDipeptide-2Hesperidin Methyl ChalconeSteareth-20TeprenoneSigesbeckia Orientalis ExtractRabdosia Rubescens ExtractBisabololChamomilla Recutita Flower OilChamomilla Recutita Flower WaterGlucosePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilCetraria Islandica ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractPanthenolChrysinN-HydroxysuccinimideCalendula Officinalis Flower ExtractTocopherolHypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractOlea Europaea Fruit OilPichia\Resveratrol Ferment ExtractEthylhexylglycerinRosa Centifolia Flower ExtractLycium Barbarum Fruit ExtractRubus Ellipticus Root ExtractAmmonium LactateBellis Perennis Flower ExtractParfumAllantoinDunaliella Salina ExtractBHACitric AcidPropyl GallatePhoenix Dactylifera Fruit ExtractDisodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl PhosphatesBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-CresolButylphenyl MethylpropionalLinaloolCitronellolAlpha-Isomethyl IononeHexyl CinnamalLimoneneBenzyl SalicylateGeraniol

Skim through

Ingredients explained

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

Cyclomethicone

Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026

Propanediol

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

Dimethicone

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

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone

Modified silicone emulsifier/emollient; improves oil-water stability and skin luster with a smooth texture.

Butylene Glycol

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

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone polymer providing silkiness and viscosity control; for hair and skin; inert but hard to biodegrade.

Squalene

Squalene, lightweight emollient, easily absorbed; animal sources restricted, plant sources preferred

Dimethiconol

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

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits

Isohexadecane

Lightweight mineral-oil-derived emollient and solvent; low viscosity, non-comedogenic, improves texture

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Phenyl Trimethicone

Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3

Not decoded yet

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated

Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract

Citrus Medica Limonum fruit extract for scent and phenolics; contains photosensitizing furanocoumarins, use cautiously in daytime products.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract

Citrus peel extract, provides fragrance and astringency; photosensitive due to furanocoumarins; caution in daytime or remove photoactives.

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

Sugarcane extract, mainly moisturizing and conditioning; use at low levels; prone to microbes, needs preservatives.

Phenoxyethanol

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

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract

Blueberry leaf extract for astringency/conditioning; concentrates may be acidic.

Aesculus Hippocastanum Leaf Extract

Not decoded yet

Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract

Not decoded yet

Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract

Plant extract with polysaccharides and flavonoids; for firming and anti-irritation, < 1%.

Acer Saccharum Extract

Maple extract; NMF/AA source; gentle humectant, no public irritant/comedogenic data

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide

Palmitoyl oligopeptide for firming; water-soluble bioactive peptide, avoid high heat, functional additive.

Maris Sal

Natural mineral skin conditioner for exfoliation or soothing; high concentrations (>5%) may cause dryness due to osmotic pressure.

Polysorbate 20

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Palmitoyl Carnitine

Not decoded yet

Propylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.

Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose derivative; viscosity booster and emulsion stabilizer; pH sensitive.

Phaseolus Lunatus Seed Extract

White kidney bean extract, often for alpha-amylase inhibition. In skincare: skin conditioner/emollient.

Rutin

Flavonoid antioxidant; also conditions skin, note stability in aqueous solutions.

Dipeptide-2

Not decoded yet

Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone

Antioxidant that protects other actives from oxidative degradation, enhancing product shelf life and stability.

Steareth-20

Not decoded yet

Teprenone

Biosynthetic flavonoid for soothing/barrier; low concentrations; stability with acidic systems

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract

Botanical skin conditioning and tonic agent; often used for antioxidant and repair benefits

Rabdosia Rubescens Extract

Not decoded yet

Bisabolol

Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil

German chamomile oil with alpha-bisabolol for soothing; essential oil with allergen risk, use low, label as fragrance.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water

Not decoded yet

Glucose

Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.

Cetraria Islandica Extract

Not decoded yet

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Chrysin

Flavonoid for skin conditioning; low solubility, use carriers or micronization.

N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Chemical auxiliary for forming acyl ester bonds; usually not retained in final product, control residual levels during synthesis.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

St. John's Wort extract. Highly photosensitizing due to hypericins. Strictly for night use or opaque packaging; avoid sun exposure.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.

Pichia\Resveratrol Ferment Extract

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract

Rosa centifolia flower extract, astringent and conditioning; limit concentration, cautious for sensitive skin

Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract

Lycium barbarum extract; astringent and conditioner. Use at 1-2%; contains polysaccharides and antioxidants.

Rubus Ellipticus Root Extract

Not decoded yet

Ammonium Lactate

Buffering, humectant, and keratolytic agent; pH adjustor, dosage based on buffering needs.

Bellis Perennis Flower Extract

Daisy flower extract, traditional conditioner at low levels; botanical, potential pollen allergen risk

Parfum

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

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Dunaliella Salina Extract

Microalgal extract used as a skin conditioning agent for soothing and barrier support; no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

BHA

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA); oil-phase antioxidant. Use <0.05%. Controversial at high levels.

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Propyl Gallate

Oil-soluble antioxidant for oil stability; mild skin irritant.

Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract

Date fruit extract, emollient/conditioning; high sugar hygroscopy, strong preservative, batch variation

Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates

Gentle two-phase/ionic cleanser & conditioner, vitamin E phosphate; mild but needs compatibility testing

Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol

UV absorber with good stability; risk of contact dermatitis, control concentration.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional

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

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Citronellol

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

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.

Hexyl Cinnamal

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

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Benzyl Salicylate

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

Geraniol

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

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