preservative booster
Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative booster backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it.
Dermatitis · 2014 · observational
Report of allergic contact dermatitis to ethylhexylglycerin associated with sunscreen use, confirmed by patch testing. It illustrates that this common preservative-enhancing ingredient can cause delayed-type hypersensitivity reactions in leave-on products.
Contact Dermatitis · 2002 · observational
Early case report documenting allergic contact dermatitis caused by ethylhexylglycerin, a multifunctional preservative-booster and emollient, confirmed by positive patch testing. It is among the first reports establishing this widely used cosmetic additive as a contact allergen.
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ESPA
ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk 200ml
Cleanser – for Dryness
$36.83200ml · $0.18/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ESPA
ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk 200ml
Cleanser – for Dryness
$36.83200ml · $0.18/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk 200ml is a water cleanser by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Sweet Almond Oil.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads)
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$25.00
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Lactic Acid and Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads)
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$25.00
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Lactic Acid and Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Lactic Acid.
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil and Citrus Oils)
SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil and Citrus Oils)
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.) is a exfoliant by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract.
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Medik8
Serum
$49.5330ml · $1.65/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60)
Medik8
Serum
$49.5330ml · $1.65/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60)
Medik8 Sleep Glycolic 30ml is a exfoliant by Medik8. Key ingredients include Water, Glycolic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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Curlsmith
Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher 237ml
Moisturizer
$22.29237ml · $0.09/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Curlsmith
Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher 237ml
Moisturizer
$22.29237ml · $0.09/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher 237ml is a basic moisturiser by Curlsmith. Key ingredients include Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol.
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Omorovicza
Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml)
Moisturizer
$120.6550ml · $2.41/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Jojoba Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Omorovicza
Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml)
Moisturizer
$120.6550ml · $2.41/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Jojoba Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by Omorovicza. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Jojoba Oil.
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Kiehl's Since 1851
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)
Moisturizer
$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid and Myristic Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Kiehl's Since 1851
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)
Moisturizer
$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid and Myristic Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes) is a exfoliant by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Squalane, Stearyl Alcohol.
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ESPA
ESPA 24hr Replenishing Moisturiser 55ml
Moisturizer
$64.7755ml · $1.18/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Limonene and Linalool)
ESPA
ESPA 24hr Replenishing Moisturiser 55ml
Moisturizer
$64.7755ml · $1.18/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Limonene and Linalool)
ESPA 24hr Replenishing Moisturiser 55ml is a antioxidant serum by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate SE.
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Erborian
Erborian Ginseng Super Serum - 30ml
Serum
$50.8030ml · $1.69/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Linalool)
Erborian
Erborian Ginseng Super Serum - 30ml
Serum
$50.8030ml · $1.69/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Linalool)
Erborian Ginseng Super Serum - 30ml is a peptide serum by Erborian. Key ingredients include Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol.
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Medik8
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml
Serum
$57.9150ml · $1.16/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
Medik8
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml
Serum
$57.9150ml · $1.16/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Medik8. Key ingredients include Water, DHHB, Bemotrizinol.
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