proactive + Complexion Perfecting Hydrator
proactive Proactive+ Complexion Perfecting Hydrator lists 38 ingredients on its label, 38 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.
- Salicylic Acid
- Water
- Butylene Glycol
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Dimethicone
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
- Morus Alba Root Extract
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
- Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract
- Kojic Acid
- Zinc Gluconate
- Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Bisabolol
- Allantoin
- Squalane
- Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters
- C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Glycerin
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Hydrogenated Polydecene
- Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
- PPG-5-Laureth-5
- Polyquaternium-11
- Ceteareth-20
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Polysorbate 60
- Hexylene Glycol
- PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Disodium EDTA
- Phenoxyethanol
- Fragrance
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains PEGContains EU-26 allergens
Key ingredients
- ANTI-SEBORRHEIC
- Salicylic Acid
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- ABSORBENT
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- ASTRINGENT
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Other ingredients
Morus Alba Root ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractArctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf ExtractKojic AcidZinc GluconateAlpha-Glucan OligosaccharideSodium HyaluronateBisabololAllantoinSqualaneSafflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol EstersC12-15 Alkyl LactateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinGlycerinEthylhexyl PalmitateHydrogenated PolydeceneHydroxypropyl CyclodextrinPPG-5-Laureth-5Polyquaternium-11Ceteareth-20Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinatePolysorbate 60Hexylene GlycolPPG-2 Myristyl Ether PropionateSodium HydroxideDisodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolFragrance
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salicylic Acid | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, KERATOLYTIC, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/98 V/3 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Sodium Polyacrylate | ABSORBENT, BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract | ASTRINGENT, HUMECTANT, SOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Morus Alba Root Extract | BLEACHING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract | BLEACHING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING, SOOTHING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Kojic Acid | ANTIOXIDANT, BLEACHING · 限制 III / 375 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Zinc Gluconate | ANTIMICROBIAL, DEODORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/24 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide | CLEANSING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bisabolol | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Allantoin | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING, EMOLLIENT | 0 · – | Green |
| C12-15 Alkyl Lactate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 3 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrogenated Polydecene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| PPG-5-Laureth-5 | EMULSIFIER, HUMECTANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyquaternium-11 | CONDITIONING_AGENT, VISCOSITY_INCREASING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ceteareth-20 | EMULSIFIER, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polysorbate 60 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Hexylene Glycol | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, PERFUMING | 3 · 2 | Green |
| PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 5 · – | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | – · 0 | Yellow |
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 →
- Salicylic Acid
- Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.B · Third-party verified
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growthE · AI inference · to be verified
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feelC · Official source
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactantC · Official source
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skinB · Third-party verified
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.B · Third-party verified
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Scutellaria root extract with baicalin for antioxidant and soothing effects; also provides astringent and humectant properties.B · Third-party verified
- Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
- Sophora root extract; matrine-rich with antimicrobial and anti-itch effects, used for skin conditioning.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Morus Alba Root Extract
- Mulberry root extract with resveratrol-like compounds; whitening and conditioning; plant-based, control concentration to avoid irritation.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
- Liquorice root extract for soothing and brightening; batch variability, watch polyphenol interactionsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract
- Rich in tannins and antioxidants; aids soothing, high levels may cause staining, use moderatelyC · Official source
- Kojic Acid
- Tyrosinase inhibitor for whitening; EU limit 1% in water, unstable and requires light protection, potential irritation.B · Third-party verified
- Zinc Gluconate
- Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.B · Third-party verified
- Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
- Prebiotic for microflora and smoothing; use 0.5-5%, suitable for sensitive skinE · AI inference · to be verified
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moistureC · Official source
- Bisabolol
- Soothing and anti-inflammatory agent, 0.01–0.1%; low irritation, good for sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Allantoin
- Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regenerationC · Official source
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light textureC · Official source
- Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters
- Ester emollient rich in oleic and palmitic acids; soft feel without clogging; avoid oxidationE · AI inference · to be verified
- C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
- Lactate ester emollient, acts as solvent and emulsifier aid, lowers greasy feel without irritationE · 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
- 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
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusivesC · Official source
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.B · Third-party verified
- Hydrogenated Polydecene
- Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.B · Third-party verified
- Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
- Cyclodextrin to complex fragrances/actives; boosts solubility and stability.B · Third-party verified
- PPG-5-Laureth-5
- Polyglyceryl ether emulsifier at 1–5%; improves slip and stability, replaces traditional PEGs with softer feel.B · Third-party verified
- Polyquaternium-11
- Cationic polymer at 1-5%; conditioning and anti-static, incompatible with anionic surfactantsC · Official source
- Ceteareth-20
- Nonionic emulsifier at 0.5-2%; stabilizes O/W systems, improves feel, may be comedogenicC · Official source
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Modified starch absorbent at 1–10%; for powder products, oil-absorbing without heavy feelB · 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
- Hexylene Glycol
- Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tagB · Third-party verified
- PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate
- Non-ionic emollient for skin conditioning; contains PPG structure.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme careB · Third-party verified
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacyC · Official source
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerinC · Official source
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific componentsC · Official source
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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