bonajour Elf Cream
bonajour BONAJOUR Elf Cream 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.
- Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
- Glycerine
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Propanediol
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Water
- Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyglutamic Acid
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Sorbitan Olivate
- Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
- Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract
- Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Akebia Quinata Extract
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
- Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
- Diheptyl Succinate
- Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
- Dicaprylyl Carbonate
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Betaine
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Panthenol
- Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
- Usnea Barbata Extract
- Butylene Glycol
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate
- Adenosine
- Rose Flower Oil
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains animal-derivedContains fragrance
Key ingredients
- HUMECTANT
- Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
- 保湿剂
- Glycerine
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Helianthus Annuus Seed OilCetyl EthylhexanoateCetearyl Alcohol
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
Other ingredients
Pentylene GlycolPolyglutamic AcidCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractSaccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment ExtractSaccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment ExtractBifida Ferment LysateAkebia Quinata ExtractAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Hydrolyzed CollagenMangifera Indica Seed ButterDiheptyl SuccinateCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid CopolymerDicaprylyl CarbonateIsononyl IsononanoateGlyceryl StearateArgania Spinosa Kernel OilBetaineSodium HyaluronatePanthenolZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractPulsatilla Koreana ExtractUsnea Barbata ExtractButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolHydroxyethylcelluloseSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDicaprylyl EtherPolyglyceryl-10 DilaurateAdenosineRose Flower Oil
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate | HUMECTANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerine | 保湿剂,溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetyl Ethylhexanoate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyglutamic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetearyl Olivate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SLIP MODIFIER | 0 · – | Green |
| Sorbitan Olivate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Bifida Ferment Lysate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Akebia Quinata Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Collagen | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Mangifera Indica Seed Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Diheptyl Succinate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer | FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Carbonate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Isononyl Isononanoate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Betaine | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 3 · – | Green |
| Pulsatilla Koreana Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Usnea Barbata Extract | DEODORANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Ether | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Adenosine | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Rose Flower Oil | FRAGRANCE | 1 · – | 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 →
- Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
- Yeast ferment filtrate; humectant and conditioner. May contain peptides, prone to browning, protect from light.B · Third-party verified
- Glycerine
- Workhorse humectant at 3-10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives, low irritancy.E · 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
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternativeB · Third-party verified
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growthE · AI inference · to be verified
- Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.B · Third-party verified
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactantC · Official source
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skinC · Official source
- Polyglutamic Acid
- Natural-derived polypeptide for hydration and skin conditioning; often used for long-lasting moistureE · AI inference · to be verified
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protectionB · Third-party verified
- Sorbitan Olivate
- O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.B · Third-party verified
- Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
- Ferment extract with amino acids and peptides for skin conditioning; monitor microbial stability and watch for allergens.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract
- Fermented extract of Imperata cylindrica (sugarcane grass) root using Saccharomyces; contains various active compounds; used for skin conditioning; typically used at low concentrationsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract
- Fermented extract of Viscum album (mistletoe) using Saccharomyces; contains various active compounds for skin conditioning; typically used at low concentrationsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Bifida Ferment Lysate
- Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skinE · AI inference · to be verified
- Akebia Quinata Extract
- Plant extract at 0.1–1%; contains polyphenols, provides antioxidant and soothing effectsE · AI inference · to be verified
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
- Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.B · Third-party verified
- Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Hydrolyzed protein for film-forming and moisture; molecular weight limits penetration, check source for shellfish allergiesB · Third-party verified
- Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
- Plant butter rich in fatty acids; provides lipid occlusion and emollience. Use with emulsifiers.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Diheptyl Succinate
- Light emollient ester; refreshing non-greasy feel, often replaces heavier mineral oils.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
- Film-forming conditioner for hair/skin protection; hydrophobic, pair with water phaseE · AI inference · to be verified
- Dicaprylyl Carbonate
- Light emollient solvent at 5–15%; mineral oil-free, refreshing feel, low sensitization.B · Third-party verified
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotionsB · Third-party verified
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponificationC · Official source
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidantsB · Third-party verified
- Betaine
- Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.B · Third-party verified
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moistureC · Official source
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recoveryC · Official source
- Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
- Zanthoxylum fruit extract for skin conditioning; contains capsaicinoids, watch for irritation.B · Third-party verified
- Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
- Herb-based aqueous extract for soothing and conditioning; low usage levels, no significant sensitizationE · AI inference · to be verified
- Usnea Barbata Extract
- Lichen extract; natural deodorant, contains usnic acid, for oral/body care, avoid dust inhalation.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feelC · Official source
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservativesC · Official source
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.B · Third-party verified
- Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
- Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate for emulsion stabilization and thickening; ionic polymer, check ion compatibility.B · Third-party verified
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.B · Third-party verified
- Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate
- Not decoded yet
- Adenosine
- Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repairB · Third-party verified
- Rose Flower Oil
- Natural essential oil for floral scent; use at trace levels to avoid irritation.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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