estee-lauder Estée Lauder Advanced Time Zone Night Creme

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\Aqua\Eau
2. Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
3. HDI/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer
4. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
5. Glycerin
6. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
7. C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
8. Dimethicone
9. Butylene Glycol
10. Sucrose
11. Cetyl Alcohol
12. Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract
13. Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
14. Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
15. Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
16. Centaurium Erythraea Extract
17. Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge
18. Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
19. Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract
20. Salicornia Herbacea Extract
21. Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
22. Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
23. Hydrolyzed Rice Extract
24. Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
25. Selaginella Tamariscina Extract
26. Humulus Lupulus Extract
27. Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
28. Rhodochrosite Extract
29. Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
30. Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure
31. Limonium Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
32. Whey Protein\Lactis Protein\Proteine Du Petit-Lait
33. Thermus Thermophillus Ferment
34. Persea Gratissima Oil
35. Punica Granatum Fruit Juice
36. Cholesterol
37. Linoleic Acid
38. Caffeine
39. Acetyl Glucosamine
40. Linolenic Acid
41. Adenosine Phosphate
42. Phospholipids
43. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
44. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
45. Behenyl Alcohol
46. Saccharide Isomerate
47. PEG-100 Stearate
48. Phytosterols
49. Tocopheryl Acetate
50. Triolein
51. Glyceryl Stearate
52. Trehalose
53. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
54. Caprylyl Glycol
55. Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
56. Sodium PCA
57. Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
58. Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate
59. Xanthan Gum
60. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
61. Sodium Hyaluronate
62. Sodium Lactate
63. Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
64. Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
65. Oleic Acid
66. Palmitic Acid
67. Stearic Acid
68. Potassium Sulfate
69. Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
70. Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl
71. Isohexadecane
72. Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid
73. Carbomer
74. Polysorbate 80
75. Cyclodextrin
76. Fragrance
77. Silica
78. Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride
79. Sodium Hydroxide
80. Phenoxyethanol
81. Red 33
82. Blue 1

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains PEGContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains mineral oilContains parabens

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water\Aqua\Eau

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolSucrose

Other ingredients

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2HDI/PPG/Polycaprolactone CrosspolymerCetyl AlcoholCitrullus Vulgaris Fruit ExtractSigesbeckia Orientalis ExtractPyrus Malus Fruit ExtractLens Esculenta Fruit ExtractCentaurium Erythraea ExtractHordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'OrgeCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractTamarindus Indica Seed ExtractSalicornia Herbacea ExtractPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractVitis Vinifera Seed ExtractHydrolyzed Rice ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis ExtractSelaginella Tamariscina ExtractHumulus Lupulus ExtractCitrus Reticulata Peel ExtractRhodochrosite ExtractCucumis Melo Fruit ExtractYeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De LevureLimonium Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractWhey Protein\Lactis Protein\Proteine Du Petit-LaitThermus Thermophillus FermentPersea Gratissima OilPunica Granatum Fruit JuiceCholesterolLinoleic AcidCaffeineAcetyl GlucosamineLinolenic AcidAdenosine PhosphatePhospholipidsAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerBehenyl AlcoholSaccharide IsomeratePEG-100 StearatePhytosterolsTocopheryl AcetateTrioleinGlyceryl StearateTrehalosePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCaprylyl GlycolPropylene Glycol DicaprateSodium PCAHelianthus Annuus SeedcakePropylene Glycol DicaprylateXanthan GumAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerSodium HyaluronateSodium LactateDipalmitoyl HydroxyprolinePhytosteryl Canola GlyceridesOleic AcidPalmitic AcidStearic AcidPotassium SulfateAcrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate CopolymerDecarboxy Carnosine HclIsohexadecaneNordihydroguaiaretic AcidCarbomerPolysorbate 80CyclodextrinFragranceSilicaEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideSodium HydroxidePhenoxyethanolRed 33Blue 1

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Ingredients explained

Water\Aqua\Eau

Solvent and diluent; the base for most aqueous formulations.

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Not decoded yet

HDI/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer

Not decoded yet

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.

Glycerin

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester

Non-ionic emulsifier/solubilizer, C12-20 PEG-8 esters; mild but PEG stability needs watch.

Dimethicone

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Sucrose

Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract

Watermelon fruit extract, humectant and conditioner; contains sugars, high levels may invite microbial growth

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract

Botanical skin conditioning and tonic agent; often used for antioxidant and repair benefits

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract

Apple fruit extract, polyphenols for conditioning and antioxidant; batch variation needs standardization

Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract

Lentil extract; protein/sugar; low-conc conditioning, mild, no pub data

Centaurium Erythraea Extract

Not decoded yet

Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge

Cereal extract providing humectant proteins and amino acids; check for cereal allergies.

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention

Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract

Not decoded yet

Salicornia Herbacea Extract

Sea spinach extract rich in polysaccharides and minerals; primarily for soothing and skin conditioning.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

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

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

Grape seed extract with OPCs; potent antioxidant; used for skin protection and UV support; needs stabilizers.

Hydrolyzed Rice Extract

Hydrolyzed rice peptides for moisturizing; gentle for sensitive skin

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract

Rosemary extract; antimicrobial; photo-toxic and allergen risks.

Selaginella Tamariscina Extract

Not decoded yet

Humulus Lupulus Extract

Hops extract: antimicrobial/antiperspirant/conditioner/fragrance; test on sensitive skin.

Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract

Citrus peel extract containing photosensitizing compounds; handle with care to avoid photo-reactions, subject to EU restrictions.

Rhodochrosite Extract

Not decoded yet

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract

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

Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure

Yeast ferment filtrate rich in amino acids and peptides; used for repair and moisture, may cause sensitivity in some.

Limonium Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Not decoded yet

Whey Protein\Lactis Protein\Proteine Du Petit-Lait

Not decoded yet

Thermus Thermophillus Ferment

Probiotic ferment with humectant properties; use as a low-level skin conditioning agent

Persea Gratissima Oil

Avocado oil rich in fatty acids and vitamin E; occlusive moisturizer, use with caution on oily skin.

Punica Granatum Fruit Juice

Pomegranate juice; rich in polyphenols for fragrance and skin conditioning. Low pH requires neutralization; prone to browning, use antioxidants and dark packaging.

Cholesterol

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

Linoleic Acid

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

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Linolenic Acid

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

Adenosine Phosphate

Not decoded yet

Phospholipids

Biomimetic repair and emollient, mimics skin lipids; typically processed at low temps, may be sticky at high levels

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.

Behenyl Alcohol

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

Saccharide Isomerate

Novel polyol humectant with skin feel improvement; high hydration, suitable for lightweight formulas.

PEG-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Phytosterols

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

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Triolein

Triolein (glyceryl trioleate), liquid emollient; greasy, prone to rancidity, store cool with antioxidants.

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Trehalose

Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.

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

Propylene Glycol Dicaprate

Lightweight emollient ester; replaces mineral oils with non-greasy feel; good for oily skin systems

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake

Sunflower seed cake; physical exfoliant and bulking agent. Coarse texture, use caution for sensitive skin, requires homogenization.

Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate

Not decoded yet

Xanthan Gum

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

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Sodium Lactate

Sodium lactate for moisturizing and exfoliation; pH buffering agent

Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline

Lipid peptide for skin conditioning; mimics ceramide function for barrier repair, prone to crystallization

Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides

Phytosterol canola glycerides, support barrier repair and moisture, stabilize lipid membrane

Oleic Acid

Oleic acid for emolliency/emulsification; high levels may increase skin penetration

Palmitic Acid

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Potassium Sulfate

Sulfate salt used as a viscosity controller; monitor ionic strength impact on emulsion stability.

Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer

Polyacrylamide-based thickener with strong emulsion stabilizing power; strict control of residual monomer levels is required.

Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl

Not decoded yet

Isohexadecane

Lightweight mineral-oil-derived emollient and solvent; low viscosity, non-comedogenic, improves texture

Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid

Lipid peroxide scavenger, BHT alternative; low dose (0.1–0.25%), check photostability

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Polysorbate 80

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens

Cyclodextrin

Cyclodextrin; used as a stabilizer or solubilizer to improve solubility of active ingredients and fragrances

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride

Manganese chelator/antioxidant stabilizer; synergizes with Vit E; avoid iron contact

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Phenoxyethanol

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

Red 33

FD&C Red 33 synthetic dye; verify metal impurities; monitor sensitive users.

Blue 1

Synthetic water-soluble dye for color; use within regulatory limits

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