Retinol 0.3% Face Serum
The Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum is a emulsion. Our analysis of its 11 ingredients (9 low-risk) rates it Excellent (87/100).
Product Ingredient Safety Breakdown (EWG Rating Ratings)
CIR Findings Breakdown
| EWG | CIR | Ingredient Name & Cosmetic Functions | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1
|
A
|
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
(Emollient, Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Solvent) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Isododecane
(Fragrance, Solvent, Emollient, Perfuming) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Squalane
(Emollient, Hair Conditioning, Refatting, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
(Emollient, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Triheptanoin
(Viscosity Increasing Agent, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
3
|
|
Tocopheryl Acetate
(Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning) |
Bad for Oily Skin
|
|
1
|
|
Bakuchiol
(Cosmetic Biocide, Antimicrobial) |
|
9
|
A
|
Retinol
(Skin Conditioning) |
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
3
|
B
|
Polysorbate 20
(Emulsifying, Surfactant) |
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
1
|
|
Ubiquinone
(Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning) |
|
6
|
A
|
BHT
(Antioxidant, Fragrance, Masking) |
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