kevin-murphy Kevin Murphy Young Again Wash

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. Water
2. Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
3. Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4. Glycol Distearate
5. PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
6. Tocopheryl Acetate
7. Ascorbic Acid
8. Panthenol
9. Citrus Glauca Fruit Extract
10. Microcitrus Australis Fruit Extract
11. Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
12. Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract
13. Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
14. Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
15. Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
16. Helichrysum Italicum Extract
17. Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
18. Orchis Mascula Flower Extract
19. Centella Asiatica Extract
20. Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
21. Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
22. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
23. Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
24. Silk Amino Acids
25. Hydrolyzed Keratin
26. Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
27. Cysteine
28. Glutamine
29. Glutamic Acid
30. Tyrosine
31. Asparagine
32. Arginine
33. Aspartic Acid
34. Glycine
35. Alanine
36. Serine
37. Valine
38. Proline
39. Threonine
40. Isoleucine
41. Phenylalanine
42. Histidine
43. Tryptophan
44. Lysine
45. Methionine
46. Leucine
47. Lecithin
48. Caffeine
49. Sodium Lactate
50. Magnesium Chloride
51. Magnesium Nitrate
52. Ammonium Chloride
53. Zinc Gluconate
54. Copper Gluconate
55. Magnesium Aspartate
56. Ceramide NG
57. Palmitoyl Carnitine
58. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
59. Sodium PCA
60. Pca
61. Glycerin
62. Caprylyl Glycol
63. Hexylene Glycol
64. Alcohol Denat
65. Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
66. Polyquaternium-44
67. Cocamide MIPA
68. Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate
69. Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
70. Lauryl Glucoside
71. Decyl Glucoside
72. Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
73. PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
74. PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide
75. Polysilicone-15
76. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
77. Tetrasodium EDTA
78. Phenoxyethanol
79. Chlorphenesin
80. Sorbic Acid
81. Benzoic Acid
82. Potassium Sorbate
83. Sodium Benzoate
84. Methylchloroisothiazolinone
85. Methylisothiazolinone
86. BHT
87. Citric Acid
88. Fragrance
89. Benzyl Alcohol
90. Linalool
91. Limonene
92. Geraniol

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains sulfatesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains alcohol

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

CLEANSING

Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonatePEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate

ANTISTATIC

Cocamidopropyl BetainePanthenol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Glycol Distearate

ANTIOXIDANT

Tocopheryl AcetateAscorbic Acid

Other ingredients

Citrus Glauca Fruit ExtractMicrocitrus Australis Fruit ExtractPodocarpus Elatus Fruit ExtractMicrocitrus Australasica Fruit ExtractPleiogynium Timoriense Fruit ExtractTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractAdansonia Digitata Seed OilHelichrysum Italicum ExtractNelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractOrchis Mascula Flower ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractLycium Barbarum Fruit ExtractBambusa Vulgaris ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractMangifera Indica Seed ButterSilk Amino AcidsHydrolyzed KeratinSodium Cocoyl Amino AcidsCysteineGlutamineGlutamic AcidTyrosineAsparagineArginineAspartic AcidGlycineAlanineSerineValineProlineThreonineIsoleucinePhenylalanineHistidineTryptophanLysineMethionineLeucineLecithinCaffeineSodium LactateMagnesium ChlorideMagnesium NitrateAmmonium ChlorideZinc GluconateCopper GluconateMagnesium AspartateCeramide NGPalmitoyl CarnitinePalmitoyl Tripeptide-5Sodium PCAPcaGlycerinCaprylyl GlycolHexylene GlycolAlcohol DenatGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChloridePolyquaternium-44Cocamide MIPAPotassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl PhosphateSodium Cocoyl IsethionateLauryl GlucosideDecyl GlucosideCocamidopropyl HydroxysultainePEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/IsostearamidePolysilicone-15Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateTetrasodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolChlorphenesinSorbic AcidBenzoic AcidPotassium SorbateSodium BenzoateMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneBHTCitric AcidFragranceBenzyl AlcoholLinaloolLimoneneGeraniol

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Sulfate surfactant at 1–5%; strong cleansing, may cause dryness/irritation

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.

Glycol Distearate

Glycol distearate for thickening and emulsification; non-ionic, improves viscosity

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate

High MW PEG derivative for cleansing; water-soluble, smooth feel.

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Panthenol

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

Citrus Glauca Fruit Extract

Citrus glauca fruit extract; contains essential oils, allergen and photosensitivity risk, caution for sensitive skin

Microcitrus Australis Fruit Extract

Australian finger lime extract for skin conditioning; minimal photosensitivity

Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract

Not decoded yet

Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract

Citrus fruit extract for antioxidant and fresh feel; potential allergen

Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract

Not decoded yet

Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract

Terminalia ferdinandiana extract; traditional lightening agent; antioxidant for uneven skin tone.

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil

Babassu/baobab seed oil, emollient; high oleic/palmitic, prone to oxidation, add antioxidants, store in dark.

Helichrysum Italicum Extract

Helichrysum extract with rosmarinic acid; sebum control and soothing, watch for photosensitivity.

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

Lotus flower extract for skin conditioning; no specific irritancy or comedogenic data, generally safe at standard use.

Orchis Mascula Flower Extract

Orchis flower extract for soothing; polysaccharide-based, low irritancy, suitable for mild formulas

Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract

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

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Bamboo extract for soothing and conditioning; polyphenol-rich, limit concentration to minimize irritation.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Plant butter rich in fatty acids; provides lipid occlusion and emollience. Use with emulsifiers.

Silk Amino Acids

Silk amino acids for humectancy and hair/skin care; low molecular weight, easily absorbed

Hydrolyzed Keratin

Hydrolyzed keratin; small peptides; barrier repair, humectant, no pub comed data

Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids

Mild amino acid surfactant; fine foam, low irritation; blend with other surfactants for cleansing power.

Cysteine

Cysteine reducing agent at 1–5% for waving; acidic amino acid, sulfur odor possible, pH buffering needed

Glutamine

Amino acid used for hair and skin conditioning; offers antistatic and moisturizing synergy.

Glutamic Acid

Glutamic acid, non-essential amino acid humectant; high levels can be astringent, buffer needed.

Tyrosine

Amino acid involved in melanin synthesis; used for hair conditioning.

Asparagine

Non-protein amino acid for humectancy and antistatic effect; water-soluble, slight odor at high levels, check compatibility.

Arginine

Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.

Aspartic Acid

Amino acid humectant and conditioner, common in rinse-off products; low levels mild, high levels may shift pH

Glycine

Humectant amino acid, 1–3%; small molecule, low irritation.

Alanine

Amino acid for antistatic and conditioning; low irritation, slight salty taste at high levels

Serine

Humectant amino acid, 1–3%; high water solubility, compatible with sensitive skin.

Valine

Amino acid humectant, common in amino acid cleansers and sprays; mild, suitable for all skin types

Proline

Proline, amino-acid humectant; boosts stratum corneum hydration, stable at pH 4-5.

Threonine

Threonine, essential amino acid for hair/skin; blended with other AAs for balance.

Isoleucine

Amino acid for hair and skin conditioning and antistatic purposes; often blended; check taste if high.

Phenylalanine

Amino acid for hair and skin conditioning; usually part of a blend, no significant standalone efficacy data

Histidine

Amino acid humectant and antistatic agent; pH-dependent behavior, consider buffering in formulation.

Tryptophan

Amino acid for conditioning and antistatic; faint odor.

Lysine

Amino acid conditioner for anti-static hair care; low irritation at typical cosmetic concentrations.

Methionine

Sulfur-containing amino acid for hair and skin conditioning; often used in combinations with other amino acids.

Leucine

Amino acid for antistatic and skin/hair conditioning; used at low concentrations.

Lecithin

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

Caffeine

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

Sodium Lactate

Sodium lactate for moisturizing and exfoliation; pH buffering agent

Magnesium Chloride

Inorganic salt for thickening and pH adjustment; 0.1-1%, avoid calcium ions

Magnesium Nitrate

Inorganic salt for hair conditioning; improves smoothness and shine, high concentrations may stiffen hair, balance cationics.

Ammonium Chloride

Ammonium chloride as buffer, foam modifier, and viscosity control in shaving foams and cleansers, slightly acidic pH

Zinc Gluconate

Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.

Copper Gluconate

Copper gluconate; trace antioxidant/repair agent. Use <0.05%; high levels cause color change/irritation.

Magnesium Aspartate

Magnesium aspartate; water-soluble chelant/conditioner. Use at 1-2%; check chelation efficiency.

Ceramide NG

Skin lipid repair ingredient to restore barrier; non-irritating, suitable for sensitive and compromised skin

Palmitoyl Carnitine

Not decoded yet

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

Peptide actives for skin conditioning; typically used at low levels.

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.

Pca

Proline carboxylic acid, NMF component; humectant, generally low irritation but may sensitise.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

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

Alcohol Denat

Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Cationic guar derivative for antistatic, film-forming, viscosity control; common in hair/skin conditioning

Polyquaternium-44

Not decoded yet

Cocamide MIPA

Cocamide MIPA; mild surfactant for foam boosting and viscosity; potential sensitizer at high concentrations

Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate

Not decoded yet

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Mild cleanser with rich lather and low irritation; hygroscopic, requires moisture-resistant packaging

Lauryl Glucoside

Mild nonionic surfactant for cleansing; 1-5%, suitable for sensitive skin

Decyl Glucoside

Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Mild amino acid amphoteric surfactant for cleansing and foam boosting; low irritation, biodegradable

PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

PEG-modified nonionic surfactant for emulsification and cleansing; contains PEG, monitor dioxane, low comedogenicity.

PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide

PPG-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide; anionic surfactant for cleansing; note PEG-related considerations.

Polysilicone-15

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Tetrasodium EDTA

Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.

Phenoxyethanol

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

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Sorbic Acid

Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits

Benzoic Acid

Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Preservative (MCI); highly sensitizing, use only in rinse-off, avoid leave-on products.

Methylisothiazolinone

Strong preservative; high allergy risk, EU restricted for leave-on products, high formulation risk

BHT

Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.

Citric Acid

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

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Benzyl Alcohol

Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.

Linalool

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

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Geraniol

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

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