
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Purifying serum with advanced purifying complex including sea minerals, salicylic acid and dipotassium glycyrrhizate
FEATURES
Reduces excess oil and shine, makes skin pimple-free, fresh and fast absorbing formula, moisturises skin for firm and smooth appearance, hydrated skin with sea minerals, spa fragrance refreshes and relaxes skin and mind, dermatologically tested, suitable for all skin types, non-greasy, improves pore appearance
BEST FOR
combination
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Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum)
Who Is It For?
All Genders All Ages (not For Children Under Three Years)What Does It Help With?
Pimples Excess Oil Shine Inflammation Redness Rough Skin Texture Pore AppearanceBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
SPAWAKE Pimple Solution Purifying Serum is formulated with advanced purifying complex which reduces excess oil and shine, and makes skin pimple-free. It is a fresh and fast absorbing formula, which moisturises skin for a firm and smooth appearance. This serum is formulated with hydrating ingredients such as sea minerals which make skin healthy and glowing. Floral powder infused with a spa fragrance is especially developed by a perfumer which refreshes and relaxes both your skin and mind. Dermatologically tested, suitable for all skin types. How it works: A breakthrough formula with advanced purifying complex, consisting of sea minerals, salicylic acid, dipotassium glycyrrhizate and oil control particles, to target skin that is prone to blemishes and shine. Light in texture and fast-absorbing, this non-greasy serum delivers soothing hydration and refines rough, dry skin texture for visibly improving the appearance of pores. Non-clogging to pores (Non-comedogenic). Results: Your skin feels fresh, comfortable and looks shine-free with a smoother, with an even texture. Key Ingredients and Benefits: Sea Minerals (Laminaria Japonica Extract, Sea Salt): To revitalise and moisturise skin. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate: To condition skin and prevent inflammation, redness and rough skin texture. Salicylic Acid: To clear away dead skin cells and pore-clogging impurities for diminishing the appearance of blemishes. Oil Control Particles: To absorb excess oils and reduces shine. About the Brand: The name 'Spawake' denotes the awakening of natural skin beauty with sea spa, a beauty treatment enriched with the goodness of sea. Spawake offers the most sensuous range of skincare products, from the heart of beauty - the sea. Developed from the sea-sourced natural seaweeds and active ingredients under advanced Japanese technologies, these offer effective and replenishing skincare solutions.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
water-aqua,dipropylene-glycol,butylene-glycol,glycerin,poly-methylsilsesquioxane,dipotassium-glycyrrhizate,laminaria-japonica-extract,sea-salt-maris-sal,citric-acid,disodium-edta,iso-hexadecane,polysorbate-80,sodium-acrylate-sodium-acryloyldimethyl-taurate-copolymer,sodium-citrate,sorbitan-oleate,sorbitan-sesquioleate,xanthan-gum,methylparaben,phenoxyethanol,salicylic-acid,fragrance-parfum
Key Ingredients
Sea Minerals (Laminaria Japonica Extract, Sea Salt), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Salicylic Acid, Oil Control Particles
Ingredients Details
Glycerin
Common Name(s): Glycerol,glycerine,1,2,3-propanetriol
CAS Number: 56-81-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Glycerin pulls water from the environment and deeper skin layers into the outer skin layer (epidermis), boosting moisture levels and keeping skin soft, smooth, and plump.
Why It's Used: It is used in virtually every moisturizer, serum, and cleanser because it is highly effective at hydrating skin, is well-tolerated by all skin types, and enhances the texture and spreadability of formulations.
How It Works: As a humectant, glycerin forms hydrogen bonds with water molecules, trapping them in the skin. it also reinforces the skin barrier by integrating into lipid structures between skin cells.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,serums,cleansers,toners,sheet masks,sunscreens,body lotions,shampoos,conditioners
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Humectant
Secondary Functions: Skin barrier support,emollient,solvent
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ30% (typical: 3โ10%)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant-derived (coconut, soy, palm) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes โ when plant-derived or synthetic; verify source with supplier
Source Notes: Derived from plant oils via hydrolysis or saponification; synthetic versions also available. palm-derived glycerin carries sustainability concerns.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; non-irritating at all standard concentrations
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Extremely rare allergic reactions; generally safe for all skin types including sensitive and baby skin
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Widely recognized as safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant concerns for irritation, sensitization, or toxicity at typical concentrations (up to 50%).
Works Well With: Hyaluronic acid,ceramides,niacinamide,panthenol,urea,peptides,retinol,ahas/bhas
Avoid Combining With: No known incompatibilities at standard concentrations
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Glycerin is an endogenous skin component found naturally in the stratum corneum. aquaporin-3 channels in keratinocytes facilitate glycerin transport, making it integral to natural skin hydration pathways.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,inci decoder
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Methylparaben
Common Name(s): Methylparaben,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
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: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
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
Methylparaben has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,methylparaben technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Phenoxyethanol
Common Name(s): 2-phenoxyethanol,rose ether,ethylene glycol monophenyl ether
CAS Number: 122-99-6
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Prevents microbial contamination and spoilage in cosmetic formulations.
Why It's Used: The benchmark cosmetic preservative โ eu-permitted up to 1%, effective against virtually all cosmetically relevant microorganisms, and excellent tolerability.
How It Works: Phenol ring provides broad antimicrobial activity via disruption of bacterial and fungal cell membranes and inhibition of enzymatic activity. effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeasts (candida), and molds (aspergillus). activity ph range: 3-9.
Typically Found In: All cosmetic formulations as primary preservative
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ broad-spectrum 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%โ1% (eu max 1%)
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 cosmetics regulation max 1%. sccs assessed as safe at โค1%. avoid use around eyes in baby products per some country regulations. ewg score: 4.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Phenoxyethanol's widespread adoption as the primary cosmetic preservative followed the phaseout of parabens from many formulations in the 2000s-2010s. despite having a comparable or better safety profile to parabens, it is often cited in 'free-from' formulations โ a consumer perception issue rather than a scientific safety concern.
Last Verified: Cosing database,sccs opinion on phenoxyethanol,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12