Dermalogica active moist 2 0 moisturizer

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. Silk Amino Acids
2. Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit
3. Hedera Helix
4. Burdock
5. Water/Aqua/Eau
6. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
7. Methyl Gluceth-20
8. Pentylene Glycol
9. Butylene Glycol
10. Dimethicone
11. Lactamide Mea
12. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
13. PEG-100 Stearate
14. Cetearyl Alcohol
15. Stearic Acid
16. Glyceryl Stearate
17. Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
18. Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
19. Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
20. Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
21. Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
22. Arnica Montana Flower Extract
23. Parietaria Officinalis Extract
24. Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
25. Arctium Lappa Root Extract
26. Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
27. Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract
28. Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract
29. Silk Amino Acids
30. Glycolipids
31. Sodium Hyaluronate
32. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
33. Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
34. Lecithin
35. Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
36. Allantoin
37. Panthenol
38. Cetyl Alcohol
39. Polyquaternium-10
40. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
41. Polysorbate 60
42. Aminomethyl Propanol
43. Disodium EDTA
44. Linalool
45. Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Highlights

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

Formulation view Similar structure to 8635, highlighting silk amino acids and plant extracts. Light ester emulsion system includes UV absorbers. Factory view: balances lightness and repair; amino acids enhance hydration, suitable for combination skin maintenance.

Key ingredients

HAIR CONDITIONING

Silk Amino Acids

皮肤调理剂

Citrus Medica Limonum FruitHedera Helix

头发调理剂

Burdock

溶剂

Water/Aqua/Eau

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

SKIN CONDITIONING

Pentylene Glycol

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

Other ingredients

Methyl Gluceth-20DimethiconeLactamide MeaEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamatePEG-100 StearateCetearyl AlcoholStearic AcidGlyceryl StearateLavandula Angustifolia ExtractMalva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractHedera Helix Leaf/Stem ExtractCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractSambucus Nigra Flower ExtractArnica Montana Flower ExtractParietaria Officinalis ExtractNasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf ExtractArctium Lappa Root ExtractSalvia Officinalis Leaf ExtractCitrus Medica Limonum Fruit ExtractSaponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root ExtractSilk Amino AcidsGlycolipidsSodium HyaluronateLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltratePalmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin CrosspolymerLecithinVitis Vinifera Seed ExtractAllantoinPanthenolCetyl AlcoholPolyquaternium-10Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerPolysorbate 60Aminomethyl PropanolDisodium EDTALinaloolLavandula Hybrida Oil

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Silk Amino Acids

Silk amino acids for humectancy and hair/skin care; low molecular weight, easily absorbed

Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit

Botanical extract for conditioning; contains phototoxic flavonoids, use sunscreen if daytime. Prone to oxidation.

Hedera Helix

Botanical extract for firming and de-puffing; contains saponins, caution for sensitive skin. Body/eye care.

Burdock

Botanical extract for scalp conditioning and cleansing; common in hair care products.

Water/Aqua/Eau

Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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

Methyl Gluceth-20

Not decoded yet

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Butylene Glycol

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

Dimethicone

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

Lactamide Mea

Amide humectant for skin/hair conditioning and antistatic use. Enhances humectancy with polyols; may cause mild irritation at high levels.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

PEG-100 Stearate

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

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Lavandula Angustifolia Extract

Lavender extract; regulating and calming. Contains linalool and other allergens, use with caution for sensitive skin.

Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Mallow extract for moisturizing and soothing conditioning. Contains mucilaginous polysaccharides, gentle and non-irritating; suitable for dry/sensitive skin.

Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract

Ivy extract for soothing/astringent skin care; usually acts in synergy.

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Botanical extract for conditioning; note extraction impact on active retention

Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract

Plant extract for soothing and toning; high levels of crude extracts may sensitize.

Arnica Montana Flower Extract

Arnica extract; plant soothing/perfume alternative; low conc, potential sensitizer, patch test advised

Parietaria Officinalis Extract

Parietaria extract for soothing and emollient conditioning. Plant-derived, well-tolerated at standard levels; no known severe compatibility issues.

Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract

Watercress extract for sebum control, soothing, and tonic effects. Plant-derived, safe at standard levels; suitable for oily skin conditioning.

Arctium Lappa Root Extract

Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.

Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract

Herbal extract for seborrhea control, antibacterial action, and oral care; high levels may irritate sensitive skin.

Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract

Citrus Medica Limonum fruit extract for scent and phenolics; contains photosensitizing furanocoumarins, use cautiously in daytime products.

Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract

Saponaria extract with natural saponins for mild cleansing; may cause mild foaming.

Silk Amino Acids

Silk amino acids for humectancy and hair/skin care; low molecular weight, easily absorbed

Glycolipids

Cell membrane lipids mimicking skin barrier structure; used in repair formulations and biomimetic membranes

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Bio-fermented filtrate for antimicrobial and anti-dandruff effects; assess individual variability, avoid in known allergy.

Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer

Cationic modified starch for conditioning and suspension; balance charge at high use.

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

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

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Cetyl Alcohol

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

Polyquaternium-10

Cationic polymer for fabric or hair smoothness; generally low irritation but may conflict with other cationic actives

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

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

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Aminomethyl Propanol

pH buffer at 0.1–1%; irritating at high levels, avoid direct mixing with strong acids/bases

Disodium EDTA

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

Linalool

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

Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Essential oil for emollience and fragrance; contains allergens like linalool, requires EU 26 labeling

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