Medik8 advanced night ceramide us

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. Squalane
3. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4. Dimethicone
5. Glycerin
6. Stearic Acid
7. Propylene Glycol
8. Phytosterols
9. C12-16 Alcohols
10. Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
11. Cetearyl Alcohol
12. Palmitic Acid
13. Ceramide NP
14. Cetearyl Olivate
15. Linoleic Acid
16. Behenyl Alcohol
17. Hydrogenated Lecithin
18. Tocopheryl Acetate
19. Sorbitan Olivate
20. Phenoxyethanol
21. Benzyl Alcohol
22. Amelanchier Alnifolia Fruit Extract
23. Ethylhexylglycerin
24. Acetyl Glucosamine
25. Citric Acid
26. Sorbitol
27. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
28. Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
29. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
30. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
31. Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
32. Dehydroacetic Acid
33. Tremella Fuciformis Extract
34. Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
35. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
36. Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
37. Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
38. Ascorbic Acid
39. Disodium EDTA
40. Ceteareth-25
41. Phytosphingosine
42. Cholesterol
43. Xanthan Gum
44. Carbomer
45. Cetyl Alcohol
46. Behenic Acid
47. Ceramide NS
48. Ferric Hexapeptide-35
49. Ceramide EOP
50. Ceramide EOS
51. Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
52. Caprooyl Sphingosine
53. Ascorbyl Palmitate
54. Tocopherol
55. Geraniol
56. Limonene
57. Linalool

Highlights

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

Formulation view Water-oil emulsion with Squalane and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride as light oil phases, plus Dimethicone for smooth occlusion. Actives include Ceramide NP, Phytosterols, Acetyl Glucosamine, and essential oils, supported by Sodium Hyaluronate. Preserved with Phenoxyethanol and Benzyl Alcohol. Best for dry or mature skin for night repair. Factory observation notes the balance of silicones and natural oils for occlusion and texture.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Squalane

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

DENATURANT

Glycerin

CLEANSING

Stearic Acid

HUMECTANT

Propylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING

Phytosterols

Other ingredients

C12-16 AlcoholsSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerCetearyl AlcoholPalmitic AcidCeramide NPCetearyl OlivateLinoleic AcidBehenyl AlcoholHydrogenated LecithinTocopheryl AcetateSorbitan OlivatePhenoxyethanolBenzyl AlcoholAmelanchier Alnifolia Fruit ExtractEthylhexylglycerinAcetyl GlucosamineCitric AcidSorbitolRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower OilLavandula Angustifolia OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilHylocereus Undatus Fruit ExtractDehydroacetic AcidTremella Fuciformis ExtractSodium Lauroyl LactylateAnthemis Nobilis Flower OilPogostemon Cablin Leaf OilVetiveria Zizanoides Root OilAscorbic AcidDisodium EDTACeteareth-25PhytosphingosineCholesterolXanthan GumCarbomerCetyl AlcoholBehenic AcidCeramide NSFerric Hexapeptide-35Ceramide EOPCeramide EOSCaprooyl PhytosphingosineCaprooyl SphingosineAscorbyl PalmitateTocopherolGeraniolLimoneneLinalool

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

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

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Dimethicone

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

Glycerin

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Propylene Glycol

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

Phytosterols

Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.

C12-16 Alcohols

Fatty alcohol mix for conditioning and stability; very low comedogenicity, enhances feel.

Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer for film/thickening; water-soluble, compatible, monitor residual monomers.

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.

Ceramide NP

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

Cetearyl Olivate

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

Linoleic Acid

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

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Sorbitan Olivate

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Benzyl Alcohol

Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.

Amelanchier Alnifolia Fruit Extract

Amelanchier alnifolia fruit extract. Used for antioxidant and skin conditioning purposes. Natural source, monitor for potential allergenicity.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Citric Acid

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

Sorbitol

Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

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

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.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

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

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

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

Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract

Hylocereus undatus fruit extract. Provides antioxidants and hydration. Complex natural composition requires stability testing; potential protein allergens.

Dehydroacetic Acid

Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.

Tremella Fuciformis Extract

Tremella extract; rich in polysaccharides, strong humectant that absorbs significant water, low irritation

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild emulsifier at 1–5%; suitable for sensitive skin, mind cationic surfactant compatibility

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil

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

Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil

Vetiver essential oil for woody scent; high concentration has phototoxic risks.

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

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

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.

Disodium EDTA

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

Ceteareth-25

Not decoded yet

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Xanthan Gum

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Behenic Acid

Behenic acid, emulsifier and thickener; high comedogenic rating, limit use on acne-prone skin.

Ceramide NS

Ceramide NS for barrier repair; gentle and suitable for sensitive or dry skin.

Ferric Hexapeptide-35

Not decoded yet

Ceramide EOP

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

Ceramide EOS

Barrier-repairing ceramide, 0.1–1%; optimal with hydrated lipids, suitable for dry skin

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Plant-derived biomimetic lipid for hair and skin conditioning.

Caprooyl Sphingosine

Biomimetic lipid for hair and skin conditioning; often formulated with other lipids.

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.

Tocopherol

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

Geraniol

Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Linalool

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

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