Hydra-Boost Serum
2 PROHIBITED
Elemis

Hydra-Boost Serum

Facial Serums, Essences, Ampoules
Contains Prohibited Substances
❌ 1 prohibitedπŸ”Ά 7 restricted
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❌ Prohibited (Annex II) β€” 1
  • 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde
Ingredient composition Β· 38 total
Safe (1)Restricted (7)Prohibited (2)Unknown (28)

Composition

29% natural18% synthetic
🌿 11 natural❓ 20 unknown originπŸ§ͺ 7 synthetic

Based on 38 ingredients analyzed. 29% natural, 53% unknown origin and 18% synthetic.

Ingredients data:27 / 38explained
2 prohibited (EU Annex II)
7 restricted (EU Annex III)
9 need review

Ingredient Analysis

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Goodies
Proven actives & beneficial ingredients
Glycerin
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Base Formula
Main ingredients by concentration
Glycerin#3

Ingredients List

Showing 5 of 38 ingredients

Ingredients Explained

38 / 38
Safe β€” well-studied, low concernNeutral / Unknown β€” limited dataConcern β€” high comedogenic/irritancy
⚠️11 of 38 ingredients missing description or function
Aqua/​Water/​Eau#1
Aqua/​Water/​Eau is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Coco-Caprylate#2
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Coco-Caprylate is used in this formula as SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No description
Glycerin#3
Humectant
A powerful humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Steareth-2#4
SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-octadecyl-.omega.-hydroxy
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Phenoxyethanol#5
Preservative
A common preservative that is generally well-tolerated by most skin types.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 1/5
Cetearyl Alcohol#6
mixture
mixture of fatty alcohols
Comedogenic: 2/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Propanediol#7
SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
1,3-dihydroxypropane
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Steareth-21#8
CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-octadecyl-.omega.-hydroxy
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Diheptyl Succinate#9
SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Butanedioic acid, 1,4-diheptyl ester
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Carbomer#10
type of polymer
anionic polyelectrolyte polymer
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 1/5
Fragrance#11
Fragrance
A catch-all term that can refer to dozens of different chemicals. Common cause of allergic reactions.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 4/5
Capryloyl Glycerin/​Sebacic Acid Copolymer#12
Capryloyl Glycerin/​Sebacic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
1#13⚠️ Restricted
1 is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
2-Hexanediol#14
2-Hexanediol is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Caprylyl Glycol#15
DEODORANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Octane-1,2-diol
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Saccharide Hydrolysate*#16
HUMECTANT
Invert sugar; the product of hydrolysis of sucrose. It consists mainly of glucose and fructose
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Chlorphenesin#17
ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Xanthan Gum#18
gum
food additive and thickener
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Sodium Hydroxide#19⚠️ Restricted
type of chemical entity
chemical compound
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Disodium EDTA#20
type of chemical entity
chemical compound
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid#21
HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is the hydrolysate of Hyaluronic Acid derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Prinsepia Utilis (Dhatelo) Seed Oil#22
Prinsepia Utilis (Dhatelo) Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Myrothamnus Flabellifolia (Resurrection Plant) Leaf/​Stem Extract#23
Myrothamnus Flabellifolia (Resurrection Plant) Leaf/​Stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Hexyl Cinnamal#24⚠️ Restricted
PERFUMING
2-Phenylmethyleneoctanal; alpha-Hexylcinnamaldehyde; 2-Benzylideneoctanal; alpha-n-hexyl-beta-phenylacrolein
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Limonene#25⚠️ Restricted
Fragrance
A common fragrance ingredient derived from citrus fruits. Can be irritating to sensitive skin.
Comedogenic: 1/5 Irritancy: 2/5
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil#26⚠️ Restricted
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Linalool#27⚠️ Restricted
Fragrance
A naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many flowers and spice plants. Can cause allergic reactions.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 3/5
Butylphenyl Methylpropional#28🚫 Prohibited
type of chemical entity
chemical compound
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Ascorbic Acid#29
type of chemical entity
nutrient found in citrus fruits and other foods
Comedogenic: 2/5 Irritancy: 1/5
Citric Acid#30
type of chemical entity
weak organic acid
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Myrtus Communis (Myrtle) Leaf Extract#31
Myrtus Communis (Myrtle) Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Tocopherol#32
group of chemical entities
antioxidant compounds with vitamin E activity
Comedogenic: 2/5 Irritancy: 2/5
Hydroxycitronellal#33⚠️ Restricted
type of chemical entity
chemical compound
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil#34
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Citronellol#35⚠️ Restricted
group of stereoisomers
pair of enantiomers
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Tropolone#36
SKIN CONDITIONING
2-Hydroxycyclohepta-2,4,6-trienone; 2-Hydroxytropone
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil#37
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used in this formulation.
Comedogenic: 0/5 Irritancy: 0/5
No descriptionNo function
Sodium Benzoate#38
ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE
Sodium benzoate
Comedogenic: 2/5 Irritancy: 0/5