dr-bio Dr. Bio Eco Moisture Cream

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. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3. Glycerin
4. Butylene Glycol
5. Dipropylene Glycol
6. Cetearyl Alcohol
7. Sorbitan Stearate
8. Squalane
9. Betaine
10. Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
11. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
12. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
13. Beeswax
14. Stearyl Alcohol
15. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
16. Cetearyl Olivate
17. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
18. Caprylyl Glycol
19. Sorbitan Olivate
20. Panthenol
21. Carbomer
22. Arginine
23. Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
24. Glycosyl Trehalose
25. Ceramide NP
26. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Extract
27. Ethylhexylglycerin
28. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
29. Sodium Hyaluronate
30. Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
31. Hydrogenated Polydecene
32. Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
33. Caprylhydroxamic Acid
34. Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
35. Xylitylglucoside
36. Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
37. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
38. Anhydroxylitol
39. Trideceth-10
40. Rosa Damascena Flower Water
41. Hydrogenated Lecithin
42. Iris Florentina Root Extract
43. Xylitol
44. Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
45. 1,2-Hexanediol
46. Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
47. Allantoin
48. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
49. Biosaccharide Gum-1
50. Centella Asiatica Extract
51. Glucose
52. Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
53. Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
54. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
55. Linoleic Acid
56. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
57. Linolenic Acid

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains EU-26 allergens

Formulation view O/W cream with ceramides, squalane, and plant oils. Stable emulsification, carbomer thickening, polyol moisturizing. Complex ingredients focus on barrier repair, suitable for dry/damaged skin. High oil content, oily skin should moderate usage.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDipropylene Glycol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cetearyl AlcoholSqualane

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Sorbitan Stearate

Other ingredients

BetaineMacadamia Ternifolia Seed OilHelianthus Annuus Seed OilCoco-Caprylate/CaprateBeeswaxStearyl AlcoholButyrospermum Parkii ButterCetearyl OlivatePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCaprylyl GlycolSorbitan OlivatePanthenolCarbomerArginineSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateGlycosyl TrehaloseCeramide NPGlycyrrhiza Glabra ExtractEthylhexylglycerinChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractSodium HyaluronateHydrogenated Palm GlyceridesHydrogenated PolydeceneHydrogenated Starch HydrolysateCaprylhydroxamic AcidPyrus Communis Fruit ExtractXylitylglucosideHydrogenated Olive Oil UnsaponifiablesOlea Europaea Fruit OilAnhydroxylitolTrideceth-10Rosa Damascena Flower WaterHydrogenated LecithinIris Florentina Root ExtractXylitolCucumis Melo Fruit Extract1,2-HexanediolHedera Helix Leaf/Stem ExtractAllantoinDipotassium GlycyrrhizateBiosaccharide Gum-1Centella Asiatica ExtractGlucoseScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractLinoleic AcidRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractLinolenic Acid

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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

Butylene Glycol

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

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Sorbitan Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; hydrophobic, requires co-emulsifiers, inert at high purity

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Betaine

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

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Macadamia oil, rich in palmitoleic, good penetration; light feel; non-comedogenic.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.

Beeswax

Beeswax, natural thickener and film former; provides occlusive moisturization, natural honey scent, animal-derived, potential allergen

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearic alcohol; fatty alcohol for emulsion thickening/structure, often blended with soaps, moderate comedogenicity.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

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

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Panthenol

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Arginine

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

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate for emulsion stabilization and thickening; ionic polymer, check ion compatibility.

Glycosyl Trehalose

Glycosylated trehalose to enhance skin tolerance and moisture retention; acts as a film former.

Ceramide NP

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

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Extract

Glutinous licorice extract for brightening and calming; glycyrrhizic acid content varies

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

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides

Semi-synthetic ester for emollience and emulsification; palm-oil derived, higher comedogenicity, caution in blends

Hydrogenated Polydecene

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

Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate

Humectant for hydration and film formation; 1-5%, monitor microbial contamination

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Chelating agent to stabilize metal ions; often paired with antioxidants for system stability, used at low levels

Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract

Pear fruit extract with polyphenols and antioxidants; moisturizing and protective; juice-based, requires preservative and stability management.

Xylitylglucoside

Polyol humectant with high water absorption and fresh feel; often co-used with propylene glycol for enhanced hydration.

Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Oleic unsaponifiables (squalane/phytane); heavy-duty emollients suitable for dry, damaged skin repair

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.

Anhydroxylitol

Anhydrous xylitol, potent humectant; high hygroscopicity may cause stickiness at high levels.

Trideceth-10

Not decoded yet

Rosa Damascena Flower Water

Aromatic hydrosol base; provides scent and conditioning benefits.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Iris Florentina Root Extract

Orris root extract, traditional fixative/tonic; contains volatile essentials, check allergen compatibility.

Xylitol

Polyol humectant, sweet taste; water-soluble, high hygroscopy, excess draws moisture.

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract

Melon fruit extract rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides for soothing and hydration; natural, may contain allergens, test for sensitization.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract

Ivy extract for soothing/astringent skin care; usually acts in synergy.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Biosaccharide Gum-1, fermented colloid for hydration and soothing, low comedogenic.

Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Glucose

Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Scutellaria root extract with baicalin for antioxidant and soothing effects; also provides astringent and humectant properties.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, source of resveratrol antioxidant; water or alcohol soluble, check color shift with iron ions

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

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

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

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%.

Linolenic Acid

Omega-6 fatty acid for barrier repair; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants and low light exposure

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