philosophy Help Me
philosophy Philosophy Help Me lists 28 ingredients on its label, 28 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.
- Water
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Glycerin
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Dimethicone
- Cetyl Ricinoleate
- Polysorbate 60
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Retinol
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
- Stearic Acid
- Peg-10 Soy Sterol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
- Cyclohexasiloxane
- Methylparaben
- Triethanolamine
- Disodium Edta
- Bisabolol
- Bht
- Polysorbate 20
- Propyl Gallate
- Ascorbic Acid
Highlights
Free of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains parabens
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl AlcoholCetyl AlcoholCetyl Ricinoleate
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
Other ingredients
Polysorbate 60Benzyl AlcoholRetinolTocopheryl AcetateAscorbyl PalmitateMethyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate CrosspolymerStearic AcidPeg-10 Soy SterolPhenoxyethanolCyclopentasiloxaneMagnesium Aluminum SilicateCyclohexasiloxaneMethylparabenTriethanolamineDisodium EdtaBisabololBhtPolysorbate 20Propyl GallateAscorbic Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Cetyl Ricinoleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polysorbate 60 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Retinol | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer | FILM FORMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Peg-10 Soy Sterol | EMULSIFIER, HUMECTANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Magnesium Aluminum Silicate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclohexasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Methylparaben | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/12 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Triethanolamine | BUFFERING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FRAGRANCE, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING · 限制 III/62 | 2 · 2 | Yellow |
| Disodium Edta | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Bisabolol | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Bht | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE · 限制 III / 325 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propyl Gallate | ANTIOXIDANT, PERFUMING | 3 · – | Green |
| Ascorbic Acid | ANTIOXIDANT, BUFFERING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · – | 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 →
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growthE · AI inference · to be verified
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skinC · Official source
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusivesC · Official source
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactantC · Official source
- C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
- Botanical ester mixture for emollience and emulsification; deemed safe, non-comedogenicE · AI inference · to be verified
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.B · Third-party verified
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skinB · Third-party verified
- Cetyl Ricinoleate
- Plant-derived ester for emolliency and gloss; low irritancy and comedogenicity, suitable for dry skin.B · Third-party verified
- Polysorbate 60
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.B · Third-party verified
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Retinol
- Highly active and unstable, needs robust antioxidant encapsulation; 0.1-1.0%, pregnancy contraindicatedB · Third-party verified
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from lightC · Official source
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.B · Third-party verified
- Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
- MMA/GDMA crosspolymer film former for makeup fixation; high concentrations may cause a heavy, occlusive feel.B · Third-party verified
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feelB · Third-party verified
- Peg-10 Soy Sterol
- Soy sterol esterified with PEG-10, used for emulsion stability and moisture; plant-based emulsifier; may contain allergens (soy)B · Third-party verified
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerinC · Official source
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.B · Third-party verified
- Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
- Oil-absorbing powder at 5–20%; for pressed/powder makeup, high levels may feel heavyB · Third-party verified
- Cyclohexasiloxane
- Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamerB · Third-party verified
- Methylparaben
- Preservative, narrow spectrum; often combined, check allergen risk and regulatory limits.B · Third-party verified
- Triethanolamine
- Triethanolamine for buffering; restricted, limit concentration to avoid high pH and irritationB · Third-party verified
- Disodium Edta
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacyC · Official source
- Bisabolol
- Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Bht
- Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.B · Third-party verified
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.B · Third-party verified
- Propyl Gallate
- Oil-soluble antioxidant for oil stability; mild skin irritant.B · Third-party verified
- 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.B · Third-party 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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