bonajour AC Clear Remover 2
bonajour BONAJOUR AC Clear Remover 2 lists 56 ingredients on its label, 52 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.
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- Propanediol
- Butylene Glycol
- Arachidyl Alcohol
- Water
- Taraxacum Platycarpum Extract
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
- Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
- Arnica Montana Flower Extract
- Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- Dicaprylyl Carbonate
- Behenyl Alcohol
- 4-Terpineol
- Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
- Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
- Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Portulaca Oleracea Extract
- Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
- Cuscuta Australis Seed Extract
- Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract
- Asiaticoside
- Madecassic Acid
- Asiatic Acid
- Madecassoside
- Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
- Boswellia Serrata Extract
- Honey Extract
- Oligopeptide-10
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Sorbitan Olivate
- Arachidyl Glucoside
- Polyglutamic Acid
- Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
- Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
- Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
- Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
- Oleanolic Acid
- Pentylene Glycol
- Bakuchiol
- Betaine
- Salicylic Acid
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Xanthan Gum
- Allantoin
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergens
Key ingredients
- CLEANSING
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl AlcoholCetyl EthylhexanoateArachidyl Alcohol
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Other ingredients
Taraxacum Platycarpum ExtractChrysanthemum Indicum Flower ExtractMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf ExtractArnica Montana Flower ExtractCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract1,2-HexanediolHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerDicaprylyl CarbonateBehenyl Alcohol4-TerpineolLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractSalix Alba Bark ExtractCinnamomum Cassia Bark ExtractOriganum Vulgare Leaf ExtractChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPortulaca Oleracea ExtractRehmannia Chinensis Root ExtractCuscuta Australis Seed ExtractCaesalpinia Sappan Bark ExtractAsiaticosideMadecassic AcidAsiatic AcidMadecassosideOryza Sativa Bran ExtractBoswellia Serrata ExtractHoney ExtractOligopeptide-10Cetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateArachidyl GlucosidePolyglutamic AcidZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractPulsatilla Koreana ExtractLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractCitrus Paradisi Fruit ExtractEnantia Chlorantha Bark ExtractOleanolic AcidPentylene GlycolBakuchiolBetaineSalicylic AcidSodium HydroxideDipotassium GlycyrrhizateXanthan GumAllantoinEthylhexylglycerinMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centella Asiatica Extract | CLEANSING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Ethylhexanoate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Arachidyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Taraxacum Platycarpum Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 2 · 1 | Green |
| Arnica Montana Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Carbonate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Behenyl Alcohol | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 4-Terpineol | FRAGRANCE | 1 · – | Green |
| Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Salix Alba Bark Extract | ASTRINGENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE | — | Green |
| Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · – | Green |
| Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract | ASTRINGENT, HUMECTANT, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Portulaca Oleracea Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 0 · – | Green |
| Cuscuta Australis Seed Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Asiaticoside | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Madecassic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Asiatic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER | 0 · – | Green |
| Madecassoside | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Oryza Sativa Bran Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Boswellia Serrata Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Honey Extract | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, FLAVOURING | 1 · – | Green |
| Oligopeptide-10 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetearyl Olivate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SLIP MODIFIER | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Sorbitan Olivate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Arachidyl Glucoside | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglutamic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 3 · 0 | Green |
| Pulsatilla Koreana Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 II/358 | 0 · – | Green |
| Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Oleanolic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bakuchiol | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Betaine | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Salicylic Acid | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, KERATOLYTIC, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/98 V/3 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Allantoin | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN PROTECTING, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 2 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Arachidyl Alcohol
- Waxy emulsion stabilizer and thickener, often paired with cetearyl alcohol; heavy feel, good for creams
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Taraxacum Platycarpum Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
- Extract with cooling scent and conditioning; contains essential oil, potential allergen, control dose
- Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
- Tea tree leaf extract for skin conditioning and perfuming; allergen risk requires dilution.
- Arnica Montana Flower Extract
- Arnica extract; plant soothing/perfume alternative; low conc, potential sensitizer, patch test advised
- Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
- Coconut fruit extract at 0.1–5%; moisturizing, caution for oily skin at high levels
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.
- Dicaprylyl Carbonate
- Light emollient solvent at 5–15%; mineral oil-free, refreshing feel, low sensitization.
- Behenyl Alcohol
- Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.
- 4-Terpineol
- Terpene derivative used primarily for fragrance; can be an allergen at high concentrations
- Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
- Ferment extract with amino acids and peptides for skin conditioning; monitor microbial stability and watch for allergens.
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Contains natural salicylic acid precursors, mild exfoliating and antibacterial; may irritate at high levels; avoid in sensitive skin.
- Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
- Cinnamon bark for hair and fragrance; some allergens require labeling; watch oral dosage.
- Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
- Oregano extract with antimicrobial properties; high doses may irritate.
- Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
- Plant leaf extract containing essential oils for skin conditioning and soothing; dilute concentrated extracts to avoid irritation.
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Scutellaria root extract with baicalin for antioxidant and soothing effects; also provides astringent and humectant properties.
- Portulaca Oleracea Extract
- Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses
- Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
- Chinese herb extract used as a traditional tonic and skin conditioner.
- Cuscuta Australis Seed Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract
- Sappanwood extract with sappanin; circulation/antibacterial, plant extract allergen risk
- Asiaticoside
- Plant glycoside, healing and antioxidant; poor solubility, use low levels with solubilizers.
- Madecassic Acid
- Madecassoside hydrolysis product for barrier repair and anti-inflammatory action; mild, low typical usage
- Asiatic Acid
- Pro-healing active, 0.1–1%; stability affected by light, store protected from light.
- Madecassoside
- Triterpenoid glycoside with soothing, repairing, and antioxidant effects; typical concentration 0.1-1%, suitable for sensitive or compromised skin, good stability.
- Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
- Rice bran extract rich in vitamins; moisturizing and soothing, generally well-tolerated.
- Boswellia Serrata Extract
- Anti-inflammatory and soothing extract, 0.1–0.5%; contains boswellic acids, check compatibility with fragrances
- Honey Extract
- Humectant and skin conditioning agent; hygroscopic, sensitive to pH.
- Oligopeptide-10
- Not decoded yet
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection
- Sorbitan Olivate
- O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.
- Arachidyl Glucoside
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier and emollient, PEG-free; co-soluble with stearoyl lactylates
- Polyglutamic Acid
- Natural-derived polypeptide for hydration and skin conditioning; often used for long-lasting moisture
- Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
- Zanthoxylum fruit extract for skin conditioning; contains capsaicinoids, watch for irritation.
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
- Herb-based aqueous extract for soothing and conditioning; low usage levels, no significant sensitization
- Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
- Honeysuckle extract for soothing; requires antimicrobial protection.
- Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
- Grapefruit extract; antioxidant, contains furanocoumarins (photosensitizing), use low concentration, avoid sun.
- Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
- Enantia chlorantha bark; traditional African herb for skin. Very limited data; require supplier safety dossier.
- Oleanolic Acid
- Oleanolic acid derived from rose petals; terpene compound with floral scent used as a skin conditioning agent.
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Bakuchiol
- Bakuchiol; antioxidant and conditioning. Often an A-alternative, prone to oxidation and color shift, needs stabilization.
- Betaine
- Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.
- Salicylic Acid
- Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Allantoin
- Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Tea tree oil, antibacterial and sebum regulating; highly sensitizing at concentrate level, dilute; avoid on broken 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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