missha Misa Geum Sul Rejuvenating Essence (R)

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. Saccharomyces/Panax Ginseng Root Ferment Filtrate
2. Glycerin
3. Water
4. Butylene Glycol
5. Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
6. Hydrogenated Polydecene
7. Propanediol
8. Cetearyl Alcohol
9. Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
10. Trehalose
11. Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
12. Glyceryl Stearate
13. Cyclopentasiloxane
14. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
15. Hydrogenated Lecithin
16. Glycol Stearate Se
17. Cyclohexasiloxane
18. Dimethicone
19. Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
20. Peg-100 Stearate
21. Stearic Acid
22. Alcohol
23. Phenoxyethanol
24. Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
25. Fragrance
26. Tocopheryl Acetate
27. Coptis Japonica Root Extract
28. Velvet Extract
29. Polyacrylate-13
30. Caprylyl Glycol
31. Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
32. Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract
33. Ethylhexylglycerin
34. Carbomer
35. Xanthan Gum
36. Poria Cocos Extract
37. Tromethamine
38. Polyisobutene
39. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
40. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
41. Benzophenone-5
42. Disodium Edta
43. 1,2-Hexanediol
44. Licorice Extract
45. Phytosteryl Hydroxystearate
46. Adenosine
47. Triticum Vulgare Flour Extract
48. Glyceryl Polyacrylate
49. Polysorbate 20
50. Aquilaria Agallocha Stem Extract
51. Sorbitan Isostearate
52. Gold
53. Honey Extract
54. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
55. Phytosterols
56. Cinnamomum Camphora Leaf Extract
57. Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
58. Atractylodes Lancea Root Extract
59. Angelica Dahurica Root Extract
60. Saposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract
61. Panax Ginseng Root Extract
62. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
63. Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract
64. Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
65. Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract
66. Actaea Heracleifolia Root Extract
67. Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
68. Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
69. C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains essential oilsContains alcoholContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains PEGContains EU-26 allergens

Formulation view Essence with ferment filtrate, trehalose, and various oils. Silicone base for slip. Good for dry skin. Factory view: complex emulsion requires strict temperature control; multi-actives pose preservative challenges.

Key ingredients

DENATURANT

Glycerin

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cetyl EthylhexanoateHydrogenated PolydeceneCetearyl AlcoholMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

SOLVENT

Propanediol

Other ingredients

Saccharomyces/Panax Ginseng Root Ferment FiltrateTrehaloseButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateGlyceryl StearateCyclopentasiloxaneHydrogenated Vegetable OilHydrogenated LecithinGlycol Stearate SeCyclohexasiloxaneDimethiconeMethyl Hydrogenated RosinatePeg-100 StearateStearic AcidAlcoholPhenoxyethanolGanoderma Lucidum ExtractFragranceTocopheryl AcetateCoptis Japonica Root ExtractVelvet ExtractPolyacrylate-13Caprylyl GlycolZingiber Officinale Root ExtractPanax Ginseng Callus Culture ExtractEthylhexylglycerinCarbomerXanthan GumPoria Cocos ExtractTromethaminePolyisobuteneGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidBenzophenone-5Disodium Edta1,2-HexanediolLicorice ExtractPhytosteryl HydroxystearateAdenosineTriticum Vulgare Flour ExtractGlyceryl PolyacrylatePolysorbate 20Aquilaria Agallocha Stem ExtractSorbitan IsostearateGoldHoney ExtractSesamum Indicum Seed OilPhytosterolsCinnamomum Camphora Leaf ExtractPrunus Mume Fruit ExtractAtractylodes Lancea Root ExtractAngelica Dahurica Root ExtractSaposhnikovia Divaricata Root ExtractPanax Ginseng Root ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractPueraria Thunbergiana Root ExtractCnidium Officinale Root ExtractPaeonia Albiflora Root ExtractActaea Heracleifolia Root ExtractAstragalus Membranaceus Root ExtractInulin Lauryl CarbamateC30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Saccharomyces/Panax Ginseng Root Ferment Filtrate

Not decoded yet

Glycerin

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

Water

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

Butylene Glycol

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

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Cetearyl Alcohol

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

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Macadamia oil, rich in palmitoleic, good penetration; light feel; non-comedogenic.

Trehalose

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

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Light diester emollient, light and non-greasy; often used as solvent; oxidizes easily, needs antioxidants.

Glyceryl Stearate

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Glycol Stearate Se

Glycol ester emulsifier/thickener; used in creams, high levels may cause sensitivity.

Cyclohexasiloxane

Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer

Dimethicone

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

Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate

Methyl hydrogenated rosin, film former and emollient; pine-derived, low viscosity, used for clear films, watch for odor residue.

Peg-100 Stearate

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

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

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

Ganoderma Lucidum Extract

Botanical extract claimed for skin protection

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Coptis Japonica Root Extract

Coptis root; contains berberine for antibacterial effects, high doses may sensitize, check stability.

Velvet Extract

Velvet extract, traditional tonic; used in trace amounts, limited safety/comedogenic data

Polyacrylate-13

Water-soluble polymer at 0.1-2%; gel thickener and film former, requires acid-base neutralization, may clog

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Root extract for scent and toning; may irritate compromised skin.

Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract

Ginseng callus culture extract offering antioxidant and skin conditioning benefits; non-cytotoxic, low allergen risk.

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Xanthan Gum

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

Poria Cocos Extract

Poria extract, traditionally used for hydration balance; data limited, usually a co-formulant

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Liquorice root extract for soothing and brightening; batch variability, watch polyphenol interactions

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Benzophenone-5

Benzophenone-5 at 0.1-5%; efficient UVA sunscreen, potential sensitizer, often combined with other sunscreens

Disodium Edta

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

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Licorice Extract

Contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin for soothing and pigmentation inhibition; manage light sensitivity and concentration limits

Phytosteryl Hydroxystearate

Not decoded yet

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Triticum Vulgare Flour Extract

Not decoded yet

Glyceryl Polyacrylate

Water-soluble film former at 1–5%; light feel, soluble in polyols, non-occlusive

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Aquilaria Agallocha Stem Extract

Not decoded yet

Sorbitan Isostearate

Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.

Gold

Gold in nano or microparticle form, for coloring and slip; usage restricted by regulations

Honey Extract

Humectant and skin conditioning agent; hygroscopic, sensitive to pH.

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark

Phytosterols

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

Cinnamomum Camphora Leaf Extract

Not decoded yet

Prunus Mume Fruit Extract

Fruit extract as humectant; contains natural polysaccharides, water-soluble.

Atractylodes Lancea Root Extract

Atractylodes lancea root extract for skin conditioning; monitor for individual sensitivity

Angelica Dahurica Root Extract

Root extract rich in coumarins; offers antioxidant and microcirculation benefits; caution required due to potential phototoxicity of coumarins

Saposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract

Botanical root extract rich in polysaccharides, used at low levels; moisturizing and soothing, often in calming formulas

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Botanical extract for skin and hair conditioning; activity and irritation risk vary by source/purity, patch test for sensitive skin

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract

Botanical root extract for skin conditioning; concentration based on stability, note allergen risk

Cnidium Officinale Root Extract

Botanical root extract for skin conditioning; concentration based on stability, note allergen risk

Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract

Peony root extract for moisture and conditioning; plant-derived, low allergenicity

Actaea Heracleifolia Root Extract

Not decoded yet

Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract

Astragalus root extract for antioxidant and barrier-support conditioning

Inulin Lauryl Carbamate

Modified inulin surfactant, mild emulsification/cleansing; prebiotic, reduced irritation

C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Silicone-based film former and feel agent; creates a smooth matte finish

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