tula Illuminating Face Serum
tula Tula Illuminating Face Serum lists 40 ingredients on its label, 40 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
- Glycerin
- Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
- Propylene Glycol Dipelargonate
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Dimethicone
- Tribehenin Peg-20 Esters
- Lactose
- Milk Protein
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Yogurt Extract
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Cichorium Intybus Root Extract
- Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
- Olus/Vegetable Oil/Huile Végétale
- Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Xanthan Gum
- Butylene Glycol
- Pentylene Glycol
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Decylene Glycol
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil
- Citrus Limon Fruit Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
- Juniperus Mexicana Oil
- Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
- Fragrance
- Sorbic Acid
- Phenoxyethanol
- Disodium Edta
- Mica
- Ci 77891
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragrance
Formulation view Water/oil system with glycerine and butylene glycol for hydration; modified starch absorbs oil. Bifida lysate and rice protein repair barrier; retinyl palmitate and vitamin C derivatives promote renewal. Suitable for dull skin. Factory view monitors oxidation stability of essential oils and non-ionic emulsifier compatibility.E · AI inference · to be verified
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- FRAGRANCE
- Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Propylene Glycol DipelargonateTribehenin Peg-20 Esters
- ABSORBENT
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- HUMECTANT
- Lactose
Other ingredients
Milk ProteinBifida Ferment LysateYogurt ExtractHydrolyzed Rice ProteinCichorium Intybus Root ExtractVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit ExtractOlus/Vegetable Oil/Huile VégétaleCamelina Sativa Seed OilCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractTocopheryl AcetateRetinyl PalmitateAscorbyl PalmitateCarthamus Tinctorius Seed OilXanthan GumButylene GlycolPentylene GlycolCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinDecylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolBulnesia Sarmientoi Wood OilCitrus Limon Fruit OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis OilJuniperus Mexicana OilCananga Odorata Flower OilFragranceSorbic AcidPhenoxyethanolDisodium EdtaMicaCi 77891
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua/Water/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract | FRAGRANCE | 1 · – | Green |
| Propylene Glycol Dipelargonate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Tribehenin Peg-20 Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Lactose | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Milk Protein | SKIN CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Bifida Ferment Lysate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Yogurt Extract | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Rice Protein | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cichorium Intybus Root Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract | SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Olus/Vegetable Oil/Huile Végétale | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Camelina Sativa Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · – | Green |
| Curcuma Longa Root Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Retinyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 1 · – | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 3 · – | Green |
| Decylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil | EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Citrus Limon Fruit Oil | ASTRINGENT, TONIC · 限制 II/358 | 1 · – | Green |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil | FRAGRANCE | 1 · – | Green |
| Juniperus Mexicana Oil | FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Cananga Odorata Flower Oil | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING · 限制 III/347 | 2 · – | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | – · 0 | Yellow |
| Sorbic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Disodium Edta | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 0 · – | Green |
The comedogenic column only shows scores with a published source. A blank means "no public source", not "non-comedogenic".
Ingredients explained
Each note carries its evidence level: C comes from official inventories (NMPA names, CosIng functions, annex restrictions); E is AI inference nobody has checked yet — treat it as a candidate. How we grade evidence →
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusivesC · Official source
- Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
- Citrus peel extract providing fragranceB · Third-party verified
- Propylene Glycol Dipelargonate
- Propylene glycol dipelargonate, light emollient, fresh skin feel; low comedogenic, suitable for oily skin.B · Third-party verified
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Modified starch absorbent at 1–10%; for powder products, oil-absorbing without heavy feelB · Third-party verified
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skinB · Third-party verified
- Tribehenin Peg-20 Esters
- Non-ionic emulsifier and conditioner with cleansing properties; contains PEG derivative, check compatibilityE · AI inference · to be verified
- Lactose
- Low-irritant humectant and skin conditioner, common in gentle formulations.B · Third-party verified
- Milk Protein
- Animal-derived protein at 1–5%; forms a moisturizing film; casein and whey are potential allergensB · Third-party verified
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skinE · AI inference · to be verified
- Yogurt Extract
- Fermented dairy component; contains lactic acid and amino acids, mild exfoliation, may be animal-derivedC · Official source
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Rice protein; water-soluble small MM; antistatic, humectant, gloss for hair, no pub dataB · Third-party verified
- Cichorium Intybus Root Extract
- Chicory root extract with fragrance and skin-conditioning roles; plant-derived, confirm extraction process.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
- Bilberry fruit extract with polyphenols for soothing and skin protection, low concentrationE · AI inference · to be verified
- Olus/Vegetable Oil/Huile Végétale
- Not decoded yet
- Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
- Camelina sativa seed oil; rich in ALA and vitamin E; emollient and antioxidant; may feel greasy due to high fatty acid content.B · Third-party verified
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Curcuma Longa Root Extract
- Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from lightC · Official source
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.B · Third-party verified
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.B · Third-party verified
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Natural seed oil rich in linoleic acid; moisturizing, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidantsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydrationC · Official source
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feelC · Official source
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skinC · Official source
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediolC · Official source
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feelC · Official source
- Decylene Glycol
- Multi-functional thickener and preservative booster, 0.1–0.5%; low viscosity, good compatibilityB · Third-party verified
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservativesC · Official source
- Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil
- Plant essential oil component, trace usage; prone to oxidation, potential sensitiserE · AI inference · to be verified
- Citrus Limon Fruit Oil
- Citrus limon essential oil; aromatic and astringent, phototoxic risk, limit use in day creams per I/II 358 limitsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
- Sweet orange oil; fragrance/antioxidant, contains furanocoumarins (photosensitizing), use at night or with SPF.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Juniperus Mexicana Oil
- Mexican juniper essential oil for scent; high levels of essential oils are irritating.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
- Ylang-ylang essential oil, natural fragrance; contains multiple allergens, restrict usage per EU regulations, avoid for sensitive skinC · Official source
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific componentsC · Official source
- Sorbic Acid
- Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limitsB · Third-party verified
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerinC · Official source
- Disodium Edta
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacyC · Official source
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening requiredE · AI inference · to be verified
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictionsE · AI inference · to be verified
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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