Name: Medix 5.5 Retinol & Ferulic Acid Cream
Brand: Medix 5.5
SKU: 51707
Availability: InStock
Rating: 36 (1 reviews)

Medix 5.5 Retinol & Ferulic Acid Cream

Medix 5.5

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

6

Why this score

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

What's inside

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

Amyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, potential respiratory sensitization

Hexyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild skin irritation, potential respiratory irritation

Linalool

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild skin irritation, possible respiratory sensitization in susceptible individuals

Cetearyl Phosphate

Possible skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

Softens and smooths skin, acts as an emollient

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations

Retinol

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

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract

Antioxidant activity, polyphenol source, potential anti-inflammatory effects

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Hexylene Glycol

Effective solvent, enhances penetration and cleaning efficiency, good compatibility with other ingredients

Sodium Hydroxide

Effective pH adjuster, used in controlled amounts for chemical exfoliation and manufacturing processes

Citronellol

Fragrance component providing floral scent

Hydroxycitronellal

Fragrance component, enhances scent profiles

Dimethicone

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

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Skin hydration, soothing effect, commonly used in topical skin care

Ferulic Acid

Antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory effects, potential cardiovascular protection

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antioxidant activity, potential anti-inflammatory effects, modest cardiovascular benefit, potential metabolic support, potential neuroprotective effects

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract

Anti-inflammatory, soothing, calming, pleasant fragrance

Helianthus annuus seed extract

Emollient properties, rich in fatty acids, has antioxidant properties, moisturizes and nourishes skin

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Antioxidant activity, source of vitamin E and phytosterols, cholesterol-lowering potential

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory effects, may support immune health, may improve lipid stability in foods

Tocopherol

Antioxidant protection, supports skin barrier function, prevents lipid oxidation

Isopropyl Myristate

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

Synthetic Beeswax

Provides texture, stability, and moisture barrier in formulations, consistent supply not dependent on bee populations

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Improves cleaning efficiency by chelating metal ions, stabilizes formulations

Geraniol

Pleasant rose-like fragrance, natural origin, potential antimicrobial properties

Sodium carbonate

pH regulation, water softening, cleaning facilitation

Product Details

Form Type

cream

pH

5.5

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