Kanebo dual essence
Kanebo kanebo dual essence lists 29 ingredients on its label, 29 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.
- Squalane
- Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
- Glycerin
- Dimethicone
- Isocetyl Myristate
- Propanediol
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Triisostearin
- Aqua
- Parfum
- Alcohol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Butylene Glycol
- Acetyl Glucosamine
- Linalool
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Alpha‑Isomethyl Ionone
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Citronellol
- Limonene
- Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
- Tocopherol
- Hydrolyzed Silk
- Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
- Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
- Ci 47005
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains siliconesContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains alcohol
Formulation view Oil-based serum using diphenyldimethicone for slip, squalane, and olive oil for moisture. Glycyrrhizinate and botanicals aid soothing; vitamin E prevents oxidation. For mature or dry skin. Factory note: pure oil bases challenge active stability; storage in the dark is essential.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- SqualaneIsocetyl Myristate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl TrimethiconeDimethicone
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- FRAGRANCE
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Triisostearin
Other ingredients
AquaParfumAlcoholPhenoxyethanolDipotassium GlycyrrhizateSorbitan IsostearateButylene GlycolAcetyl GlucosamineLinaloolBenzyl SalicylateAlpha‑Isomethyl IononeEugenia Caryophyllus Flower ExtractHydroxycitronellalCitronellolLimonenePhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractTocopherolHydrolyzed SilkPerilla Ocymoides Leaf ExtractOenothera Biennis Seed ExtractCi 47005
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isocetyl Myristate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Olea Europaea Fruit Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Triisostearin | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Acetyl Glucosamine | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Alpha‑Isomethyl Ionone | 增香剂, 皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract | ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, TONIC | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxycitronellal | 附录 III · 最高浓度 (b) 1,0 % · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 1 · – | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Silk | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract | TONIC | — | Green |
| Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 47005 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/82 | — | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
- Phenyl trimethicone for anti-foaming and slip; silicone-based, silky feel
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Isocetyl Myristate
- Isocetyl myristate; light emollient, low comedogenic, fast-acting
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.
- Triisostearin
- Polyglyceryl ester, emulsifier and thickener; no mineral oil, check viscosity.
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Alcohol
- Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Acetyl Glucosamine
- Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Alpha‑Isomethyl Ionone
- Floral fragrance ingredient; must be labeled as an allergen
- Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
- Clove flower extract containing eugenol (allergen); astringent and antimicrobial properties; high concentrations may irritate oral mucosa.
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
- Amur cork tree bark, alkaloid rich; mild irritant, control dosage, avoid strong acids.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Hydrolyzed Silk
- Hydrolyzed silk; amino acid-rich humectant for skin and hair; potential protein allergens for sensitive skin
- Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
- Perilla leaf extract with rosmarinic acid; conditioning and soothing, use low concentration, avoid acid conflicts.
- Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
- Evening primrose seed extract focused on antioxidant and moisturizing; distinct from oil, low fat content
- Ci 47005
- Azo synthetic colorant; comply with EU limit IV/82 and impurity specs.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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