
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Moisturizer with complex formulation containing 40+ ingredients
FEATURES
Intense Hydration, Reduces skin problems, Camouflages skin blemishes, Restores skin texture, Stimulates cellular energy, Regenerates, Smoothes and firms skin
BEST FOR
dry
CHECKS
Alcohol-free, Paraben-Free
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Wrinkles Reduction Nourishment Redensification Comfort Restoration Smoothing Firming RejuvenationBudget
Professional (over $150)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
Acts on wrinkles, nourishes and redensifies. A treatment that acts at the root of wrinkles and on the tissues of the surrounding area, whose disruption causes loss of comfort, sagging and deep wrinkles. It accelerates fibroblast activity at the level of the wrinkle, which is 'sutured' from within. Reprograms cell memory and stimulates epidermal repair: wrinkles tend to disappear. Restores skin texture by counteracting lipid loss. Lastingly moisturises and nourishes, restoring comfort. Stimulates cellular energy, regenerates, smoothes and firms. The skin is firmer, as if 'swollen', and regains great well-being. The face appears visibly rejuvenated. Features: Intense Hydration: Dry, parched skin can lead to discomfort and a dull complexion. Reduces skin problems. The skin's blemishes are camouflaged.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
aqua-water,dimethicone,hydrogenated-polyisobutene,myristyl-lactate,behenyl-alcohol,isononyl-isononanoate,diisostearyl-dimer-dilinoleate,beheneth-25,saccharomyces-xylinum-black-tea-ferment,glycerin,c12-15-alkyl-benzoate,dimethiconol,phenoxyethanol,sodium-polyacrylate,polyglyceryl-3-diisostearate,tribehnin,ethylhexylglycerin,chlorphenesin,sodium-benzoate,xanthan-gum,parfum-fragrance,ceramide-ng,glyceryl-acrylate-acrylic-acid-copolymer,peg-10-phytosterol,hydroxyethylcellulose,hydrolyzed-ceratonia-siliqua-seed-extract,sodium-hyaluronate,hydroxypropyl-cyclodextrin,pentylene-glycol,hydrolyzed-rice-protein,potassium-sorbate,hydrolyzed-soy-protein,palmitoyl-hexapeptide-12,tocopherol,palmitoyl-tripeptide-38,linalool,limonene,alpha-isomethyl-ionone,citronellol
Key Ingredients
Saccharomyces Xylinum Black Tea Ferment, Ceramide Ng, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Ingredients Details
Beheneth-25
Common Name(s): Beheneth-25,c18 fatty alcohol 25-mole ethoxylate,nonionic o/w emulsifier
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Beheneth-25 stabilises emulsions and builds cream viscosity by forming a packed, oriented monolayer at the oil-water interface alongside creating a lamellar crystal gel network in the water phase (at moderate eo counts) โ the combination provides both thermodynamic emulsion stability and the thick, elegant texture expected in premium skin creams and lotions.
Why It's Used: Formulators select beheneth-25 because the eo count (25) provides a defined hlb, and the c18 saturated chain provides a solid, waxy structure that contributes to emulsion thickening through gel network formation. at eo counts of 2โ10, the stearyl chain packs into ordered crystalline bilayers at the oil-water interface โ a 'liquid crystalline' interfacial film that acts as a mechanical barrier to droplet coalescence while simultaneously building viscosity from the lamellar gel structure in the continuous phase. this combination of thermodynamic and mechanical stabilisation produces the characteristic thick, stable cream texture of classic o/w cosmetic emulsions.
How It Works: Beheneth-25 functions through two simultaneous mechanisms: (1) interfacial adsorption โ the c18 stearyl chain anchors into the oil droplet surface while the 25-unit peo chain extends into the water phase, sterically preventing droplet coalescence; (2) lamellar gel network formation โ at moderate eo counts, the stearyl chains of adjacent surfactant molecules interdigitate into parallel bilayers in the water phase forming a crystalline gel network that provides viscosity and mechanical emulsion stability. the gel network builds as the emulsion cools from processing temperature, creating the characteristic 'cream texture set' that formulators experience when a cream thickens on cooling. the hlb of the 25-eo version (approximately 12) positions it in the o/w emulsification range.
Typically Found In: Creams,lotions,o/w emulsion bases
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ15%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Lamellar gel thickening at moderate eo: steareth-2 and steareth-10 form ordered lamellar crystal phases in the water phase โ the c18 chains pack in parallel bilayers separated by peg water layers. this three-dimensional liquid crystal network provides zero-shear viscosity and yield stress (cream texture) while remaining shear-thinnable (spreads on application). higher eo versions (steareth-20+) become too hydrophilic to form lamellar crystals, functioning purely as o/w emulsifiers without gel thickening โ the eo count controls the mechanism shift between thickening and pure emulsification within one chemical series.
Last Verified: Cosing database,beheneth-25 steareth nonionic emulsifier review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Chlorphenesin
Common Name(s): 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-1,2-propanediol,globacid
CAS Number: 104-29-0
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides gram-negative focused preservation complementary to phenoxyethanol for comprehensive spectrum coverage.
Why It's Used: Phenoxyethanol complement โ chlorphenesin's gram-negative and antifungal coverage complements phenoxyethanol's gram-positive activity for full-spectrum preservation at lower individual concentrations.
How It Works: 4-chlorophenol ether glycol disrupts bacterial and fungal membranes. strong gram-negative activity (pseudomonas, e. coli). good candida antifungal activity. used with phenoxyethanol for synergistic broad-spectrum coverage. ph stable 3-9.
Typically Found In: Comprehensive preservation systems,baby products (low concentration)
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ glycerol ether preservative
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ0.3%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu max 0.3% cosmetics. good safety profile. synergistic combination with phenoxyethanol (0.3% pe + 0.1% chlorphenesin often equivalent to 1% pe alone).
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Chlorphenesin + phenoxyethanol synergy operates through a classic spectrum-filling combination: phenoxyethanol provides strong gram-positive antimicrobial activity while chlorphenesin provides gram-negative and antifungal coverage. the combination's minimum inhibitory concentration sum is subadditive (provides equivalent preservation at combined concentrations below what either alone would require) โ textbook pharmacological synergy enabling lower total preservative load.
Last Verified: Cosing database,eu preservative annex v,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Citronellol
Common Name(s): (r)-3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol,rhodinol
CAS Number: 106-22-9
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides soft, lasting rose-floral fragrance note.
Why It's Used: Essential rose fragrance monoterpene for lasting smooth floral notes in high-quality perfumery and cosmetic fragrances.
How It Works: Allylic alcohol monoterpene provides fixative property in fragrance blends. good skin substantivity for lasting scent. softer, rounder rose note vs geraniol's fresher character. natural in rose otto at 18-34%.
Typically Found In: Rose perfumes,floral fragrances,luxury skincare
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Fragrance component โ monoterpene alcohol
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.001%โ1%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from rose, geranium, citronella oils
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu cosmetics regulation: declared fragrance allergen. ifra guidelines apply.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Citronellol's r-enantiomer (natural) vs s-enantiomer (synthetic) provide meaningfully different scent character โ a remarkable demonstration of chiral scent discrimination by olfactory receptors. the (r) form provides the characteristic rose note while the (s) form has a distinctly different, less pleasant character. this enantiomeric scent difference means that the biological handedness of naturally-sourced vs racemic synthetic citronellol produces perceptibly different fragrance quality.
Last Verified: Cosing database,ifra standards
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Dimethicone
Common Name(s): Pdms,polydimethylsiloxane,silicone fluid
CAS Number: 9006-65-9
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides silicone-characteristic silky feel and skin protection with adjustable viscosity.
Why It's Used: The benchmark cosmetic silicone โ sets the gold standard for silky application feel, spreadability, and skin protection in virtually all skin care categories.
How It Works: Polydimethylsiloxane chain flexibility provides extremely low surface tension and high spreadability. inert si-o backbone provides chemical stability and excellent skin tolerance. occlusive film formation reduces tewl. higher viscosity grades provide more intense conditioning.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,foundations,primers,sunscreens โ nearly universal
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ polydimethylsiloxane
Secondary Functions: Barrier sealing,softening
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived, synthetic or animal-derived. verify source.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low; formulation-dependent
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Dimethicone's exceptional silky feel arises from its very low intermolecular attractive forces (weak van der waals forces due to non-polar methyl groups) that allow silicone chains to slide freely over skin. the coefficient of kinetic friction for pdms against skin (~0.04) is among the lowest of any cosmetic material โ explaining why even small amounts transform product feel.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12