Name: Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Retinol + Vitamin C Face and Neck Cream
Brand: Neutrogena
SKU: 175304

Polyacrylamide

Potential residual acrylamide monomer contamination, which is neurotoxic and carcinogenic; possible skin irritation

BHT

Potential irritant, possible endocrine disruption in high doses, suspected carcinogenicity in animal studies at high exposure, regulatory restrictions in some regions

Ceteareth-20

Potential for skin irritation and sensitization, possible contamination with carcinogenic 1,4-dioxane during manufacture, concerns related to PEG derivatives including enhanced skin penetration of contaminants

Fragrance

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential allergenicity, IFRA restrictions

C13-14 Isoparaffin

Potential skin irritation, dermal sensitization, environmental persistence

Polysorbate 20

Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals, rare sensitization

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate is a synthetic ester commonly used in cosmetic and personal care products as a skin conditioning agent. It is not typically used in food products and thus, not directly evaluated for health effects related to ingestion.

PPG-15 Stearyl Ether

Mild skin irritation, synthetic compound, potential for contamination with impurities

Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Crosspolymer

Potential skin irritation with topical use in sensitive individuals, ultra-processed synthetic compound, no nutritional value

Disodium EDTA

Skin and eye irritation at high concentrations, potential for environmental persistence

Water

Essential for hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, supports life

Cellulose

Dietary fiber source, stabilizes texture, bulking agent

Trisiloxane

Improves spreadability in cosmetic formulations

Ascorbyl Glucoside

Antioxidant, skin brightening, enhances collagen synthesis

Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis (Myrtle) Leaf Extract

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, supports skin barrier health

Dimethicone

Reduces foam, provides skin conditioning, improves spreadability, chemically inert

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Stearyl Alcohol

Emollient, thickening agent, stabilizes emulsions

Cetearyl Alcohol

Skin conditioning agent, stabilizes emulsions, enhances texture

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Glyceryl Behenate

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of topical products

Isohexadecane

Provides lightweight, non-greasy emollient properties, improves texture and spreadability in formulations

PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Improves skin texture, acts as an emollient and thickening agent

Sodium Polyacrylate

Strong water absorption and retention capacity, improves texture and moisture retention in products

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative, low volatility, less sensitizing than isothiazolinones

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Retinol

Supports vision, immune function, cellular growth, skin health, antioxidant activity

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Sodium Hydroxide

Effective pH control and acidity regulation in food processing, aids in peeling and curing processes

Laureth-7

Effective emulsifier and surfactant, plant-based origin, biodegradable

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