fourth-ray Fourth Ray Raydiate Vitamin C Elixir
fourth-ray Fourth Ray Raydiate Vitamin C Elixir lists 36 ingredients on its label, 33 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.
- Water
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Glycerin
- Propanediol
- Pentylene Glycol
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
- 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Curcuma Longa Root Oil
- Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
- Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
- Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
- Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Extract
- Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
- Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Schinus Molle Extract
- Tocopherol
- Sodium Chloride
- D-Glucono-1,5-Lactone
- Citric Acid
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Hexylene Glycol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Red 40
- Yellow 5
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains fragrance
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Pentylene Glycol
- ANTIOXIDANT
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
- 抗氧化剂
- 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
- HUMECTANT
- Sodium Hyaluronate
Other ingredients
Curcuma Longa Root OilMyrciaria Dubia Fruit ExtractCitrus Paradisi Fruit ExtractCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel ExtractArgania Spinosa Kernel OilOryza Sativa Bran ExtractRosa Canina Fruit OilVitis Vinifera Fruit ExtractSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilMoringa Oleifera Seed OilHelianthus Annuus ExtractMauritia Flexuosa Fruit OilJasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf ExtractLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractEugenia Caryophyllus Flower ExtractSchinus Molle ExtractTocopherolSodium ChlorideD-Glucono-1,5-LactoneCitric AcidPotassium SorbateSodium BenzoateCaprylyl GlycolHexylene GlycolPhenoxyethanolRed 40Yellow 5
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, 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 |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | 抗氧化剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Curcuma Longa Root Oil | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 II/358 | 0 · – | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Oryza Sativa Bran Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Rosa Canina Fruit Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract | FRAGRANCE, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, PERFUMING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract | ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, TONIC | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Schinus Molle Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| D-Glucono-1,5-Lactone | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hexylene Glycol | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, PERFUMING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Red 40 | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Yellow 5 | 着色剂 | 2 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
- Lipophilic Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant and brightening; more stable than VC, oil-soluble, must pair with oil phase
- 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
- 3-O-Ethyl ascorbate; water-soluble antioxidant, requires stabilization
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Curcuma Longa Root Oil
- Not decoded yet
- Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
- Fruit extract for skin conditioning; low irritation, suitable as auxiliary active; no public comedogenic data.
- Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
- Grapefruit extract; antioxidant, contains furanocoumarins (photosensitizing), use low concentration, avoid sun.
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
- Extract with essential oil content; acts as binder, emulsion stabilizer, conditioner, thickener, and perfuming agent. Potential allergen.
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
- Rice bran extract rich in vitamins; moisturizing and soothing, generally well-tolerated.
- Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
- Rosehip oil, rich in oleic/linoleic acids for emolliency/repair; prone to oxidation, needs protection
- Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
- Grape fruit extract; rich in polyphenols; skin conditioner; check compatibility with strong oxidizers
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
- Light emollient oil rich in oleic acid; moderate comedogenic risk.
- Helianthus Annuus Extract
- Sunflower extract; oleic/vit E rich; emollient, low irrit, good for dry skin, no pub comed data
- Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
- Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil; rich in palmoleic and unsaturated fatty acids; moisturizes and repairs barrier; heavy oil, requires emulsification.
- Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
- Jasmine flower/leaf extract for fragrance and conditioning; contains allergenic fragrances, caution in sensitive skin
- Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Aromatic skin conditioning extract; contains fragrance allergens, test for sensitivity.
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Clove flower extract containing eugenol (allergen); astringent and antimicrobial properties; high concentrations may irritate oral mucosa.
- Schinus Molle Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- D-Glucono-1,5-Lactone
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Hexylene Glycol
- Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Red 40
- Common water-soluble synthetic dye; azo-based, potential sensitizer; check local prohibited colorant lists
- Yellow 5
- Synthetic dye for color; known allergen, may irritate sensitive skin.
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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