Holika Holika Good Cera Emulsion

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. Hydrogenated polyisobutene
3. Cyclopentasiloxane
4. Betaine
5. Glycerin
6. Butylene Glycol
7. Neopentyl glycol dicaprate
8. 1,2-Hexanediol
9. C14-22 alcohols
10. Hydrogenated lecithin
11. Dimethicone
12. Cetearyl Alcohol
13. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
14. C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
15. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
16. Batyl alcohol
17. Stearic Acid
18. Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
19. Lecithin
20. Tocopheryl Acetate
21. Ethylhexylglycerin
22. Xanthan Gum
23. Disodium EDTA
24. Glyceryl Stearate
25. Sodium Hyaluronate
26. Polyquaternium-51
27. Niacinamide
28. Glycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
29. Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
30. Dipropylene glycol
31. Alteromonas Ferment Extract
32. Propylene Glycol
33. Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate
34. Bacillus Ferment
35. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
36. Ceramide NP
37. Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA
38. Glycine Soja Sterols
39. Yeast Extract
40. Meadowfoam Estolide
41. Glycoproteins
42. Glyceryl polymethacrylate
43. Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
44. Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
45. Aleuritic acid
46. Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
47. Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
48. Cetearyl Glucoside
49. Hydrogenated Polydecene
50. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
51. Santalum Album Oil
52. Pogostemon Cablin Oil
53. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
54. Glycosphingolipids
55. Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate
56. Ceteareth-20
57. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
58. Ceramide AP
59. Ceramide EOP

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Hydrogenated polyisobuteneCyclopentasiloxaneNeopentyl glycol dicaprate

HAIR CONDITIONING

Betaine

DENATURANT

Glycerin

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

Other ingredients

C14-22 alcoholsHydrogenated lecithinDimethiconeCetearyl AlcoholCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideC12-20 Alkyl GlucosideAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerBatyl alcoholStearic AcidCamellia Oleifera Seed OilLecithinTocopheryl AcetateEthylhexylglycerinXanthan GumDisodium EDTAGlyceryl StearateSodium HyaluronatePolyquaternium-51NiacinamideGlycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/Stearyl Methacrylate CopolymerEthylhexyl IsononanoateDipropylene glycolAlteromonas Ferment ExtractPropylene GlycolPhytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateBacillus FermentLavandula Angustifolia OilCeramide NPHydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEAGlycine Soja SterolsYeast ExtractMeadowfoam EstolideGlycoproteinsGlyceryl polymethacrylateCymbopogon Citratus Leaf OilCitrus Grandis Peel OilAleuritic acidTheobroma Cacao Seed ExtractPelargonium Graveolens OilCetearyl GlucosideHydrogenated PolydeceneCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilSantalum Album OilPogostemon Cablin OilChamomilla Recutita Flower OilGlycosphingolipidsGlyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleateCeteareth-20Butyrospermum Parkii ButterCeramide APCeramide EOP

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

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

Hydrogenated polyisobutene

Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Betaine

Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.

Glycerin

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Neopentyl glycol dicaprate

Ester emolient with light, non-greasy feel; well-tolerated by most skin types.

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

C14-22 alcohols

Fatty alcohol blend for emulsion stability and texture; may contain myristyl alcohol, moderate comedogenic risk.

Hydrogenated lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Dimethicone

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

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside

Non-ionic surfactant for mild cleansing and emulsification; plant-based glucoside, suitable for sensitive and baby skin.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.

Batyl alcohol

Squalane, non-pungent emollient 0-5%; low irritation, suits dry/sensitive skin, emulsion stabilizer.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Camellia seed oil rich in oleic acid and antioxidants for moisturizing; low allergen risk

Lecithin

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

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Polyquaternium-51

Not decoded yet

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Glycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

Light synthetic ester for smooth, non-greasy feel; low irritation, non-comedogenic

Dipropylene glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Alteromonas Ferment Extract

Ferment filtrate with peptides/polysaccharides; skin conditioning, 1–3% typical; check preservative system.

Propylene Glycol

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

Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate

Bio-mimetic lipid ester for emulsification and texture; provides high slip and is suitable for silicone-free formulas.

Bacillus Ferment

Bacillus ferment extract; skin conditioner with peptides; verify sterile specs and endotoxin levels

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA

Bio-inspired lipid emulsifier/conditioner providing smooth feel; ester-based surfactant.

Glycine Soja Sterols

Plant-derived emollient and conditioner; high purity and suitable for sensitive skin

Yeast Extract

Yeast extract for skin care and protection; common, low allergy risk

Meadowfoam Estolide

Not decoded yet

Glycoproteins

Glycoproteins for hydration and conditioning; enhance skin barrier; verify source for vegan requirements.

Glyceryl polymethacrylate

Acrylate polymer for high viscosity, film formation, and conditioning feel. Synthetic polymer, low irritancy.

Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil

Not decoded yet

Citrus Grandis Peel Oil

Grapefruit peel oil for fragrance; EU restricted, sensitizing properties, used as fragrance.

Aleuritic acid

Not decoded yet

Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract

Cacao seed extract; polyphenols. Antioxidant and conditioning, hygroscopic, store in dry conditions.

Pelargonium Graveolens Oil

Pelargonium graveolens oil containing citronellol and geraniol; used as perfuming agent, contains labeled allergens requiring compliance checks.

Cetearyl Glucoside

Gentle non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier for low-irritation formulas; often co-blended

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Santalum Album Oil

Essential oil fragrance, restricted under EU 26; monitor sensitization and phototoxicity

Pogostemon Cablin Oil

Patchouli oil for fragrance; contains patchoulol, potential irritant/allergen, use cautiously.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil

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

Glycosphingolipids

Lipids mimicking sebum to repair skin barrier and reduce TEWL. Biological origin, low irritancy.

Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate

Multi-glyceride emulsifier system for gentle emulsification; unsaturated esters prone to oxidation

Ceteareth-20

Not decoded yet

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Ceramide AP

Ceramide analog for barrier repair; best results when combined with cholesterol and free fatty acids

Ceramide EOP

Ceramide EOP, repairs skin barrier lipids; often blended with cholesterol and fatty acids.