Schwarzkopf aqua revive
Schwarzkopf schwarzkopf aqua revive lists 21 ingredients on its label, 20 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.
- Aqua (Water
- Eau)
- Cyclomethicone
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
- Laminaria Saccharina Extract
- Panthenol
- Hydrolyzed Keratin
- Glycerin
- Lactic Acid
- Sodium Benzoate
- Dimethiconol
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Phenoxyethanol
- Potassium Sorbate
- Polyquaternium-16
- Linalool
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Parfum
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains alcoholContains PEG
Formulation view Silicone-based hair serum using cyclohexasiloxane and phenyl trimethicone for gloss, with hydrolyzed keratin and panthenol for repair. Preserved with phenoxyethanol and potassium sorbate. For dry, frizzy hair. Factory note: balance volatile and non-volatile silicones to ensure fast drying without excessive silicone build-up.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua (WaterEau)
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cyclomethicone
- ANTIFOAMING
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- HUMECTANT
- Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
- SKIN PROTECTING
- Laminaria Saccharina Extract
- ANTISTATIC
- PanthenolHydrolyzed Keratin
Other ingredients
GlycerinLactic AcidSodium BenzoateDimethiconolCetrimonium ChloridePhenoxyethanolPotassium SorbatePolyquaternium-16LinaloolBenzyl AlcoholParfumBenzyl SalicylateCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua (Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Eau) | 溶剂,稀释剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclomethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT · 限制 Entry 1388 of Annex II corresponds to D4 (Cyclotetrasiloxane). If Cyclomethicone contains D4 then entry II/1388 applies. Restricted under COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2024/1328. 1. Shall not be placed on the market (a) as a substance on its own; (b) as a constituent of other substances; or (c) in mixtures; in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,1 % by weight of the respective substance after 6 June 2026. [...] 3. By way of derogation: (a) for D4 and D5 in wash-off cosmetic products, paragraph 1, point (c), shall apply afte | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Laminaria Saccharina Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Keratin | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lactic Acid | BUFFERING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Dimethiconol | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Cetrimonium Chloride | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/44 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Polyquaternium-16 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua (Water
- Primary solvent; requires preservatives at high concentration; adjust viscosity with thickeners
- Eau)
- Pure water, solvent and diluent; drinking water standard, no known allergens or irritation
- Cyclomethicone
- Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue
- Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
- Silicone-modified HA, moisturizing/plumping 0.1-2%; smooth, non-tacky
- Laminaria Saccharina Extract
- Seaweed-derived hydrating skin protectant rich in polysaccharides; filter to prevent microbial contamination
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Hydrolyzed Keratin
- Hydrolyzed keratin; small peptides; barrier repair, humectant, no pub comed data
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Lactic Acid
- AHA pH adjuster at 0.5-5%; exfoliation/humectancy, mild at low conc., irritating at high, avoid conflict with alkaline preservatives.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Dimethiconol
- Dimethiconol; silicone emollient providing silky feel and reducing friction; moderate comedogenicity, avoid excess.
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Cationic surfactant/preservative for conditioning; irritating at high levels, restricted use
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Polyquaternium-16
- Not decoded yet
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
- Silicone surfactant, smooth and mild; regulates rheology and adds antistatic benefits
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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