espa Balancing Hydrator
espa ESPA Balancing Hydrator lists 33 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
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Glycerin
- Potato Starch Modified
- Phenoxyethanol
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Butylene Glycol
- Sclerotium Gum
- C12-16 Alcohols
- Tocopherol
- Palmitic Acid
- Lecithin
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Thymus Vulgaris Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Carrageenan
- Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract
- Linalool
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Limonene
- Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
- Nasturtium Officinale Extract
- Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
- Maltodextrin
- Arctium Lappa Root Extract
- Hedera Helix Extract
- Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Saponaria Officinalis Extract
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains animal-derived
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Vitis Vinifera Seed OilCetearyl AlcoholGlyceryl Stearate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
- Potato Starch Modified
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Phenoxyethanol
Other ingredients
Butylene GlycolSclerotium GumC12-16 AlcoholsTocopherolPalmitic AcidLecithinHelianthus Annuus Seed OilEthylhexylglycerinChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractSodium HyaluronateThymus Vulgaris OilLavandula Angustifolia OilCarrageenanCitrullus Vulgaris Fruit ExtractLinaloolCitrus Limon Peel OilLimoneneCitrus Limon Fruit ExtractNasturtium Officinale ExtractChlorophyllin-Copper ComplexMaltodextrinArctium Lappa Root ExtractHedera Helix ExtractSalvia Officinalis Leaf ExtractSaponaria Officinalis Extract
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Potato Starch Modified | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sclerotium Gum | EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C12-16 Alcohols | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, HAIR CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Palmitic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Thymus Vulgaris Oil | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC · 限制 III/360 | 0 · – | Green |
| Carrageenan | 增稠剂，胶凝剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Citrus Limon Peel Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/353 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Citrus Limon Fruit Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 II/358 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Nasturtium Officinale Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex | ANTIOXIDANT, COLORANT, DEODORANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Arctium Lappa Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hedera Helix Extract | ANTICAKING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, CLEANSING, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 1 · – | Green |
| Saponaria Officinalis Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Grapeseed oil, lightweight emollient and antioxidant; high linoleic acid, suitable for oily and combination skin.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Potato Starch Modified
- Thickener/suspending agent; high absorbency, watch microbial risk
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Sclerotium Gum
- Non-ionic gum for gels; neutral pH, requires dissolution via heating or fine milling
- C12-16 Alcohols
- Fatty alcohol mix for conditioning and stability; very low comedogenicity, enhances feel.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Palmitic Acid
- Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Thymus Vulgaris Oil
- Thyme essential oil containing thymol; higher sensitization risk, use at trace levels only
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.
- Carrageenan
- Natural thickener/gelling agent from red algae; high concentrations may cause discomfort for sensitive individuals.
- Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract
- Watermelon fruit extract, humectant and conditioner; contains sugars, high levels may invite microbial growth
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
- Lemon fruit extract for fragrance and occlusive moisturizing; contains furanocoumarins, photosensitivity caution advised.
- Nasturtium Officinale Extract
- Watercress extract, antioxidant and conditioning; 1–2% typical, fragrance allergens
- Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
- Water-soluble green pigment; provides antioxidant and deodorizing effects; used for natural green coloring.
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Arctium Lappa Root Extract
- Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.
- Hedera Helix Extract
- Plant polyphenol conditioner, soothing and astringent; safe for sensitive skin
- Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Herbal extract for seborrhea control, antibacterial action, and oral care; high levels may irritate sensitive skin.
- Saponaria Officinalis Extract
- Soapwort extract with saponins, natural cleanser/conditioner; botanical source, assess batch variance.
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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