dermaceutic Light Ceutic
dermaceutic Dermaceutic Light Ceutic lists 29 ingredients on its label, 29 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
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Glycolic Acid
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Glycerin
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Phytic Acid
- PEG-40 Stearate
- Gluconolactone
- Polysorbate 80
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- Dimethicone
- Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
- Cholesterol
- Squalane
- Xanthan Gum
- Sodium Benzoate
- Propylene Glycol
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Polysorbate 60
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Calcium Gluconate
- Methylpropanediol
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
- Citric Acid
- Potassium Sorbate
- Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate
Highlights
Free of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains parabensContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains alcoholContains fragrance
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- BUFFERING
- Glycolic AcidSodium Hydroxide
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- CHELATING
- Phytic Acid
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG-40 Stearate
Other ingredients
GluconolactonePolysorbate 80Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerDimethiconeMagnesium Aluminum SilicateCholesterolSqualaneXanthan GumSodium BenzoatePropylene GlycolTetrasodium EDTAPolysorbate 60Sorbitan IsostearateOctadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-HydroxyhydrocinnamateCalcium GluconateMethylpropanediolCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDaucus Carota Sativa Root ExtractCitric AcidPotassium SorbateAscorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycolic Acid | BUFFERING | 2 · – | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 5 · – | Green |
| Phytic Acid | CHELATING | 0 · – | Green |
| PEG-40 Stearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Gluconolactone | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · – | Green |
| Polysorbate 80 | DENATURANT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Magnesium Aluminum Silicate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cholesterol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrasodium EDTA | CHELATING | 3 · – | Green |
| Polysorbate 60 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate | ANTIOXIDANT | — | Green |
| Calcium Gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · – | Green |
| Methylpropanediol | SOLVENT | 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 |
| Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 2 · – | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate | ANTIOXIDANT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 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
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is criticalE · 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
- Glycolic Acid
- Glycolic acid for exfoliation; requires buffering at concentrations >10%, avoid combination with other acids.B · Third-party verified
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactantC · Official source
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusivesC · Official source
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme careB · Third-party verified
- Phytic Acid
- Natural chelator for formula stability; acidic, may shift pH at high levels.B · Third-party verified
- PEG-40 Stearate
- Water-soluble emulsifier for O/W; mild cleansing, high levels may be comedogenic, caution for sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Gluconolactone
- Multifunctional agent for chelation and permeation; acidic, may irritate at high levels, buffer recommended.B · Third-party verified
- Polysorbate 80
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabensB · Third-party verified
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.B · Third-party verified
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skinB · Third-party verified
- Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
- Oil-absorbing powder at 5–20%; for pressed/powder makeup, high levels may feel heavyB · Third-party verified
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.B · Third-party verified
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light textureC · Official source
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydrationC · Official source
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbatesC · Official source
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.B · Third-party verified
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.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
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.B · Third-party verified
- Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Lipophilic antioxidant for oil phases; protects against oxidation.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Calcium Gluconate
- Chelator and conditioner, improves stability; water-soluble calcium sourceB · Third-party verified
- Methylpropanediol
- Diol solvent and extraction carrier; enhances solubility of actives, low irritation profile.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
- Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
- Carrot root extract with carotenoids; skin conditioning, low photosensitivity, may stain.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pHB · Third-party verified
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoateC · Official source
- Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate
- Silicon-based Vitamin C derivative for antioxidant activity and viscosity control; superior stability compared to traditional Vitamin C, suitable for formulation.E · 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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