elemis Peptide4 Antioxidant Hydra-Serum

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. Aqua/Water/Eau
2. Coco-Caprylate
3. Glycerin
4. Steareth-2
5. Cetearyl Alcohol
6. Phenoxyethanol
7. Hydroxyacetophenone
8. Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
9. Steareth-21
10. Propanediol
11. Diheptyl Succinate
12. Carbomer
13. Disodium EDTA
14. Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
15. Fragrance
16. Xanthan Gum
17. Lunaria Annua Seed Oil
18. Sodium Hydroxide
19. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
20. Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower
21. Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract
22. Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
23. Saccharide Hydrolysate
24. Limonene
25. Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
26. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
27. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
28. Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil
29. Juniperus Mexicana Oil
30. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
31. Citric Acid
32. Sodium Benzoate
33. Tocopherol
34. Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
35. Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
36. Potassium Sorbate
37. Ascorbic Acid
38. Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
39. Eugenol
40. Linalool
41. 1,2-Hexanediol
42. Caprylyl Glycol
43. Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil
44. Polianthes Tuberosa Flower Extract
45. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
46. Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
47. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
48. Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil
49. Cymbopogon Nardus Oil
50. Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract
51. Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract
52. Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
53. Myrocarpus Fastigiatus Oil
54. Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oils

Formulation view Aqueous serum using coco-caprylate and glycerin for lightweight hydration. Contains emblic fruit extract, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, and various plant essential oils for antioxidant benefits. Preserved with phenoxyethanol and hydroxyacetophenone. Suitable for daytime use or combination skin. Formulation note: the complex essential oil blend includes allergens like limonene; patch testing is advised for reactive skin, while film-forming polymers aid retention.

Key ingredients

溶剂

Aqua/Water/Eau

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Coco-CaprylateCetearyl Alcohol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

ANTIMICROBIAL

Phenoxyethanol

ANTIOXIDANT

Hydroxyacetophenone

HUMECTANT

Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract

SOLVENT

Propanediol

Other ingredients

Steareth-2Steareth-21Diheptyl SuccinateCarbomerDisodium EDTACapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid CopolymerFragranceXanthan GumLunaria Annua Seed OilSodium HydroxideHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidHydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus FlowerMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem ExtractCrocus Sativus Flower ExtractSaccharide HydrolysateLimoneneCananga Odorata Flower OilCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilEugenia Caryophyllus Bud OilJuniperus Mexicana OilLavandula Angustifolia OilCitric AcidSodium BenzoateTocopherolPropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateNelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractPotassium SorbateAscorbic AcidHydrolyzed Yeast ProteinEugenolLinalool1,2-HexanediolCaprylyl GlycolCitrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig OilPolianthes Tuberosa Flower ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilVetiveria Zizanoides Root OilAnthemis Nobilis Flower OilCitrus Aurantium Flower OilCymbopogon Nardus OilJasminum Officinale Flower ExtractJasminum Sambac Flower ExtractLitsea Cubeba Fruit OilMyrocarpus Fastigiatus OilCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

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Ingredients explained

Aqua/Water/Eau

Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.

Coco-Caprylate

Coconut/caprylate ester for light emollient finish; balance with humectants.

Glycerin

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

Steareth-2

Not decoded yet

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract

Amla fruit extract with antioxidants; humectant and conditioning, preserve freshness

Steareth-21

Not decoded yet

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Diheptyl Succinate

Light emollient ester; refreshing non-greasy feel, often replaces heavier mineral oils.

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Disodium EDTA

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

Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer

Film-forming conditioner for hair/skin protection; hydrophobic, pair with water phase

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Xanthan Gum

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

Lunaria Annua Seed Oil

Not decoded yet

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower

Not decoded yet

Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract

Not decoded yet

Crocus Sativus Flower Extract

Not decoded yet

Saccharide Hydrolysate

Saccharide hydrolysate, strong humectant with hygroscopic properties; suitable for various dosage forms.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil

Ylang-ylang essential oil, natural fragrance; contains multiple allergens, restrict usage per EU regulations, avoid for sensitive skin

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

Bergamot essential oil, natural fragrance and photosensitizer; limit daytime use or use FCF grade

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

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

Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil

Clove bud oil, natural fragrance and antimicrobial; restricted III/356, eugenol allergen risk.

Juniperus Mexicana Oil

Mexican juniper essential oil for scent; high levels of essential oils are irritating.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

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

Citric Acid

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

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Lightweight emollient, low viscosity, refreshes skin feel, high compatibility.

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

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

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

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.

Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein

Hydrolyzed protein for moisture, anti-static, and barrier repair.

Eugenol

Potent natural fragrance, EU restriction III/71; listed allergen, max 5%, caution for sensitive skin

Linalool

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil

Bitter orange oil for fragrance/flavor; essential oil with allergens, cautious for photosensitizing areas.

Polianthes Tuberosa Flower Extract

Not decoded yet

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Rosemary leaf oil for fragrance and conditioning; essential oil, allergen risk, limit usage

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

Vetiver root oil for fragrance and toning; natural essential oil may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil

Botanical oil as fragrance and conditioner; contains allergens, dilute and test for sensitization

Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil

Not decoded yet

Cymbopogon Nardus Oil

Essential oil for fragrance; high allergen risk, must be labeled, risk of dermatitis

Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract

Jasmine flower extract for fragrance and conditioning; contains allergens, restricted in leave-on products under EU regulations, label required.

Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract

Not decoded yet

Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil

Litsaea cubeba fruit oil; distinct aroma, potential irritant; use as essential oil, label fully.

Myrocarpus Fastigiatus Oil

Not decoded yet

Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

Bitter orange flower oil, an essential oil used for fragrance and skin conditioning; contains labeled allergen compounds, caution for sensitive skin.

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