Name: Paula's Choice Resist Triple Active Total Repair Serum
Brand: Paula's Choice
SKU: 352994

Paula's Choice Resist Triple Active Total Repair Serum

Unilever

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

2

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

BHT

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

Dilauryl Thiodipropionate

Potential for allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, limited toxicological data, synthetic additive

Hydroxystearic Acid

A hydroxy-substituted C18 saturated fatty acid (most commonly 12-hydroxystearic acid), typically produced from castor/oleic acid derivatives. It is widely used as a rheology modifier, gellant, and emulsifying aid in cosmetics and industrial formulations; it is not commonly used as a direct food ingredient, though related hydroxy fatty acid derivatives (e.g., from castor oil) are present in some approved additives. Available toxicology and cosmetic safety assessments indicate low acute toxicity and low sensitization potential. If ingested, hydroxy fatty acids are expected to be metabolized via standard fatty-acid β-oxidation pathways.

Hexylresorcinol

Antioxidant properties, antimicrobial effects, used to preserve food color and flavor, potential skin-lightening and anti-inflammatory effects

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations

Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant properties, helps stabilize formulations

1,2-Hexanediol

Humectant properties, antimicrobial preservative activity

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Castanea Sativa Leaf Extract

Antioxidant activity, potential anti-inflammatory effects, astringent properties useful in topical formulations

Aqua

Widely used as a non-toxic solvent and carrier

Isopropyl Myristate

Emollient properties, solvent for active ingredients, improves skin feel, enhances ingredient penetration

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

Source of antioxidants (tocols, oryzanol), supports skin barrier function, contains essential fatty acids

Tocotrienols

Antioxidant activity, potential cardiovascular support, neuroprotection, skin barrier support

Retinyl Propionate

Promotes skin cell turnover, improves appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, antioxidant properties

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Effective thickener and stabilizer, improves product texture and stability

Sodium Hydroxide

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

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Prevents oxidation and prolongs shelf life of products

Sodium Phytate

Antioxidant properties, may have anticancer effects, natural preservative, may reduce glycemic response

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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