Dry Skin Therapy Hydra Silk Moisturizer
Moisturizer
Updated 11 Dec 2025

Dry Skin Therapy Hydra Silk Moisturizer

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34Ingredients
0EU Banned
6Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens2 fragrance allergens
74% Natural26% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl PalmitamideMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Maximum secondary amine content: 5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
Benzalkonium ChlorideMax 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Max concentration:0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product types:Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions:In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Label warnings: Avoid contact with eyes
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Moisturizer. Verify compliance.

  • Benzalkonium ChlorideRestricted to hair products
    Rinse-off hair (head) products

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.5 — Suboptimal
5.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.5
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.5: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

74% natural26% synthetic
25 natural 9 synthetic

Based on 34 ingredients analyzed. 74% natural and 26% synthetic.

Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance1 essential oil
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants4 humectants

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning14:Myristyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Trisiloxane... +6 more
skin conditioning - emollient8:Myristyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Dicaprylyl Ether, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cholesterol
viscosity controlling6:Myristyl Alcohol, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cholesterol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.