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Hydrating Light Moisturiser
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Held by the top 12% of everything we score. Awarded on this product's published 7.8/10 — every scoring lane clear, no significant concern, and nothing on the label that its own ingredient list contradicts.
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This moisturiser offers good hydration and skin barrier support, primarily through ingredients like Glycerin, Mineral Oil, and Niacinamide. While it contains several beneficial skin-conditioning agents, the presence of Mineral Oil and Dimethicone, though generally safe for topical use, may not appeal to those seeking formulations free from petroleum-derived ingredients or silicones. The inclusion of Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer and Carbomer as thickeners, along with Phenoxyethanol as a preservative, are common in cosmetics and generally well-tolerated. The product is generally suitable for most individuals, but those with very sensitive skin or specific ingredient preferences might review the full list.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Glycerin
- Niacinamide
- Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
- Lactic Acid
- Panthenol
Hydrating moisturiser with barrier support, contains mineral oil and silicones
This moisturiser provides good hydration and helps support the skin's barrier function, thanks to ingredients like glycerin and niacinamide. It uses mineral oil and silicones for their occlusive and smoothing properties. While generally safe, individuals preferring formulations without petroleum-derived ingredients or silicones may wish to consider alternatives.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for skincare. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
What's good
Glycerin and Niacinamide provide excellent hydration and skin barrier support.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil offers soothing and skin-conditioning benefits.
Contains a range of emollients and humectants for comprehensive moisturisation.
Watch out for
Contains Mineral Oil and Dimethicone, which may not be preferred by those avoiding petroleum-derived ingredients or silicones.
Sorbitol — sugar alcohol - excessive intake can cause bloating and a laxative effect.
Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is the most widely used paraben-free preservative. The EU limits it to 1% in cosmetics (SCCS has confirmed this is safe for adults), and the French regulator ANSM advised in 2012 against leave-on products containing it for the nappy area of children under three and recommended a lower concentration for them. It can irritate sensitive skin.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex V (max 1.0%); SCCS opinion SCCS/1575/16; ANSM recommendation (2012)
Phenoxyethanol: regulation, sources and other products →Sugar Alcohols (Polyols)
Polyols are bulk sweeteners and humectants (also used in toothpaste). They are only partly absorbed, so large amounts can cause gas, bloating and a laxative effect, and EU rules require foods containing them to say "excessive consumption may produce laxative effects". Xylitol is toxic to dogs.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1169/2011 Annex III (polyol labelling statement); EU Regulation 1333/2008
Sugar Alcohols (Polyols): regulation, sources and other products →Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The claim refers to the duration of hydration, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim describes the product's texture and absorption speed, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim is a general statement about the product's gentleness, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
PETA approval is a certification that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
Vegan status is a certification that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim refers to the brand's animal testing policy, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim refers to suitability for all skin types, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The absence of added perfume cannot be definitively confirmed or denied solely from the provided ingredient list, as some ingredients might have a scent or be used in very small amounts not typically listed as 'perfume'.
The term 'harsh chemicals' is subjective and not precisely defined, making this claim unverifiable from the ingredient list alone.
Panthenol, which is Pro-Vitamin B5, is listed in the ingredients.
Tocopheryl Acetate, which is a form of Vitamin E, is listed in the ingredients.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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WaterAQUA
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GlycerinGLYCERIN
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Mineral OilMINERAL OIL
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Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearatePOLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE
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NiacinamideNIACINAMIDE
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Cetyl PalmitateCETYL PALMITATE
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DimethiconeDIMETHICONE
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerACRYLATES/ C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER
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Stearic AcidSTEARIC ACID
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Borago Officinalis Seed OilBORAGO OFFICINALIS SEED OIL
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Caprylyl GlycolCAPRYLYL GLYCOL
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CarbomerCARBOMER
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Cetyl AlcoholCETYL ALCOHOL
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Disodium EDTADISODIUM EDTA
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Lactic AcidLACTIC ACID
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PanthenolPANTHENOL
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Pentylene GlycolPENTYLENE GLYCOL
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PhenoxyethanolPHENOXYETHANOL
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Potassium CarbonatePOTASSIUM CARBONATE
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Potassium HydroxidePOTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
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Citric AcidCITRIC ACID
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BisabololBISABOLOL
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SerineSERINE
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Sodium LactateSODIUM LACTATE
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SorbitolSORBITOL
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Tocopheryl AcetateTOCOPHERYL ACETATE
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UreaUREA
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AllantoinALLANTOIN
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Sodium ChlorideSODIUM CHLORIDE
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
Present in trace amounts
Listed near the end of the ingredient list, so present in small quantities — not counted as a headline benefit.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Hydrating Light Moisturiser?
The label of Hydrating Light Moisturiser lists 29 ingredients, in label order: Water, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Niacinamide, Cetyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, STEARIC ACID, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium carbonate, Potassium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Bisabolol, Serine, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Urea, Allantoin, Sodium Chloride. Flagged by the analysis: Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitol, Disodium EDTA.
Is Hydrating Light Moisturiser safe to use?
Hydrating Light Moisturiser scores 7.8/10 on Decode Label (Favorable). This moisturiser provides good hydration and helps support the skin's barrier function, thanks to ingredients like glycerin and niacinamide. It uses mineral oil and silicones for their occlusive and smoothing properties. While generally safe, individuals preferring formulations without petroleum-derived ingredients or silicones may wish to consider alternatives.
Why does Hydrating Light Moisturiser score 7.8/10?
Flagged in the score: Sorbitol — sugar alcohol - excessive intake can cause bloating and a laxative effect. Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard. Also noted: Contains Mineral Oil and Dimethicone, which may not be preferred by those avoiding petroleum-derived ingredients or silicones.
Who should avoid Hydrating Light Moisturiser?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding mineral oil or silicones; Known sensitivity to specific cosmetic ingredients.
Are the claims on the Hydrating Light Moisturiser pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 11 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "FOR ALL DAY LONG HYDRATION" — can't be verified from the label. "LIGHTWEIGHT & FAST ABSORBING" — can't be verified from the label. "KIND TO SKIN" — can't be verified from the label.
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