A rich, heavy-duty moisturizer formulated with traditional occlusives like Mineral Oil and Petrolatum, but significantly burdened by a high concentration of fragrance ingredients and potential pore-clogging agents.
This formula is a heavy-duty moisturizer relying on classic occlusives like Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Ceresin, and Candelilla Wax. While these ingredients are exceptionally effective at preventing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and protecting the skin barrier in very dry skin, the texture is likely greasy and heavy. The inclusion of Isopropyl Palmitate provides emollience but is known to be highly comedogenic, making this product potentially pore-clogging for acne-prone users. It lacks modern skin-restoring actives (like ceramides or niacinamide) and relies primarily on Glycerin for hydration.
The product poses a significant risk for sensitive skin due to an extensive list of fragrance allergens (including Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Eugenol, Coumarin, and others). It also utilizes Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, a preservative that has sensitization concerns and usage restrictions in leave-on products in some regions. Furthermore, the combination of Isopropyl Palmitate with heavy oils creates a high risk of congestion and acne for susceptible skin types.
This appears to be a legacy or ‘cold cream’ style formula. While it performs its basic function of occlusion well for extremely dry, non-sensitive skin, it is chemically dated. The poor safety profile regarding allergens and the heavy, potentially comedogenic texture make it difficult to recommend over modern, elegant, and physiologically compatible moisturizers.
This formulation represents a very traditional, arguably outdated approach to facial moisturization. The base of the product relies heavily on Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, and Ceresin, which act as powerful occlusives. These ingredients are excellent at forming a seal over the skin to prevent transepidermal water loss, making the product effective for mechanically trapping moisture. For individuals with distinctively parched or flaking skin that requires a heavy barrier, this combination can provide immediate relief and significantly soften the skin texture. The inclusion of Glycerin ensures that there is some humectant activity to draw water into the skin before the oils seal it in. However, the benefits largely end there, as the formula presents several risks for modern skin concerns. The third ingredient, Isopropyl Palmitate, is a thickening emollient known to be highly comedogenic. Its presence in such a high concentration makes this product a poor choice for anyone prone to acne or congestion, as it creates a high likelihood of clogged pores. Furthermore, the product contains an overwhelming number of fragrance components. Beyond listing generic Fragrance (Parfum), the ingredient list explicitly calls out a multitude of volatile scent compounds including Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, and Eugenol. While these make the product smell pleasant, they are among the most common triggers for contact dermatitis and skin sensitization. For a facial product, this level of fragrance is often considered excessive and unnecessary. Additionally, the preservative system includes Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, which creates another potential vector for irritation. In conclusion, while this moisturizer effectively creates a barrier against dry air, its formulation is chemically “heavy.” It lacks modern skin-identical ingredients like ceramides or niacinamide and relies on heavy oils and perfumes instead. It is best reserved for extremely dry, non-reactive skin, potentially better suited for the body than the delicate skin of the face.
🧪 MINERAL OIL / 矿物油
Purpose: Occlusive emollient that seals in moisture.
Concerns: Derived from petroleum; generally safe but some users prefer plant-based oils. Can feel heavy.
Notes: highly effective at preventing transepidermal water loss.
🧪 ISOPROPYL PALMITATE / 棕榈酸异丙酯
Purpose: Emollient and thickening agent.
Concerns: Known to be comedogenic (pore-clogging) for acne-prone skin.
Notes: Enhances the spreadability of the cream.
🧪 PETROLATUM / 凡士林 (矿脂)
Purpose: Strong occlusive agent used to heal and protect skin.
Concerns: Heavy, greasy texture; non-vegan.
Notes: One of the most effective moisturizing ingredients available.
🧪 GLYCERIN / 甘油
Purpose: Humectant that draws water into the skin.
Concerns: None typically; generally recognized as safe.
Notes: A fundamental moisturizing ingredient.
🧪 CETYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡醇
Purpose: Fatty alcohol used as an emollient and emulsifier.
Concerns: Low risk; generally good for dry skin.
Notes: Not to be confused with drying alcohols; this makes skin soft.
🧪 EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX / 小烛树蜡
Purpose: Skin-conditioning agent and stabilizer.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: Plant-based wax.
🧪 STEARIC ACID / 硬脂酸
Purpose: Emulsifier and thickener.
Concerns: Low risk; can be comedogenic for some.
Notes: Helps combine oil and water.
🧪 CERESIN / 地蜡
Purpose: Binder and viscosity controlling agent.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: A mineral wax used to harden the stick or cream structure.
🧪 GLYCERYL STEARATE / 甘油硬脂酸酯
Purpose: Emollient and emulsifier.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: Leaves skin feeling soft.
🧪 SORBITAN OLEATE / 山梨坦油酸酯
Purpose: Emulsifier.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: Helps mix ingredients.
🧪 LAURETH-23 / 月桂醇聚醚-23
Purpose: Surfactant and emulsifier.
Concerns: Trace contamination with 1,4-dioxane is theoretically possible in production, though usually monitored.
Notes: Helps solubilize ingredients.
🧪 CARBOMER / 卡波姆
Purpose: Thickening agent and texture enhancer.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: Creates a gel-like consistency.
🧪 PHENOXYETHANOL / 苯氧乙醇
Purpose: Preservative.
Concerns: Can be irritating to sensitive skin in high concentrations.
Notes: Widely used alternative to parabens.
🧪 TRIETHANOLAMINE / 三乙醇胺
Purpose: pH adjuster and surfactant.
Concerns: Can be an allergen or irritant; restricted concentrations in some regions.
Notes: Used to balance acidity.
🧪 PEG-4 DILAURATE / PEG-4 二月桂酸酯
Purpose: Emulsifier and solvent.
Concerns: PEG compounds should not be used on broken skin.
Notes: Often works in conjunction with other preservatives.
🧪 PEG-4 LAURATE / PEG-4 月桂酸酯
Purpose: Surfactant and emulsifying agent.
Concerns: See PEG-4 Dilaurate.
Notes: Part of the preservation or solubilizing system.
🧪 DISODIUM EDTA / 乙二胺四乙酸二钠
Purpose: Chelating agent.
Concerns: None for skin safety; binds metal ions to prevent spoilage.
Notes: Improves preservative efficacy.
🧪 IODOPROPYNYL BUTYLCARBAMATE / 碘丙炔醇丁基氨基甲酸酯
Purpose: Preservative (anti-fungal).
Concerns: Restricted in some countries; potential allergen; avoid in lip products or aerosols.
Notes: Often used in combination with PEG compounds.
🧪 PEG-4 / PEG-4
Purpose: Humectant and solvent.
Concerns: None typically.
Notes: Base ingredient.
🧪 TOCOPHEROL / 生育酚 (维生素E)
Purpose: Antioxidant.
Concerns: None; beneficial for skin.
Notes: Prevents oxidation of oils in the formula.
🧪 BUTYLATED HYDROXYTOLUENE (BHT) / 丁羟甲苯
Purpose: Antioxidant preservative.
Concerns: Controversial in food; generally considered safe in cosmetics at low concentrations, though some avoid it.
Notes: Stabilizes the product formulation.
🧪 FRAGRANCE (PARFUM) / 香精
Purpose: Scent.
Concerns: Primary cause of cosmetic contact dermatitis; specific ingredients typically hidden unless listed separately.
Notes: Adds sensory appeal.
🧪 ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE / α-异甲基紫罗兰酮
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Violet/floral scent.
🧪 AMYL CINNAMAL / 戊基肉桂醛
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Jasmine-like scent.
🧪 CITRONELLOL / 香茅醇
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Rose/citrus scent.
🧪 COUMARIN / 香豆素
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Sweet, vanilla/hay-like scent.
🧪 EUGENOL / 丁香酚
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen; can be sensitizing.
Notes: Clove scent.
🧪 GERANIOL / 香叶醇
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Rose-like scent.
🧪 HYDROXYCITRONELLAL / 羟基香茅醛
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Lily/Sweet floral scent.
🧪 LIMONENE / 柠檬烯
Purpose: Fragrance component/Solvent.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen; oxidizes on air contact to become irritating.
Notes: Citrus scent.
🧪 LINALOOL / 芳樟醇
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Known EU 26 fragrance allergen.
Notes: Floral/Lavender scent.
🧪 METHYL SALICYLATE / 水杨酸甲酯
Purpose: Fragrance/Soothing agent.
Concerns: Can be irritating; chemically related to aspirin.
Notes: Wintergreen scent.
🧪 CANANGA ODORATA OIL/EXTRACT / 依兰油/提取物
Purpose: Essential oil/Fragrance.
Concerns: Potential sensitizer.
Notes: Ylang-Ylang.
🧪 CITRUS AURANTIUM PEEL OIL / 苦橙皮油
Purpose: Essential oil/Fragrance.
Concerns: Potential sensitizer.
Notes: Orange/Citrus.
🧪 JUNIPERUS VIRGINIANA OIL / 弗吉尼亚杜松油
Purpose: Essential oil/Fragrance.
Concerns: Generally safe, possible sensitizer.
Notes: Cedarwood oil.
🧪 BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE / β-石竹烯
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Low risk.
Notes: Spicy/woody scent.
🧪 ISOEUGENYL ACETATE / 乙酸异丁香酚酯
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Potential allergen.
Notes: Spicy/clove scent.
🧪 LINALYL ACETATE / 乙酸芳樟酯
Purpose: Fragrance component.
Concerns: Potential allergen.
Notes: Found in lavender/bergamot.