The Ordinary
Natural Moisturizing Factors + Hyaluronic Acid Daily Moisturizer
Lightweight daily moisturizer combining natural moisturizing factors, amino acids, sugars, and hyaluronic acid to support barrier hydration.
Ingredient Snapshot
45 beneficial ingredients detected with no known safety concerns.
1 ingredient to watch: TEA (pH Adjuster) may cause sensitivity in some skin types.
AI-generated analysis for general information only. It may be incomplete or inaccurate and is not medical advice. Always read the product label and check with a professional about allergies, pregnancy, or any health concern.
Ingredient Details
CautionTriethanolamine(TEA (pH Adjuster))
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Potential concerns
- !Can form nitrosamines when combined with nitrosating agents — a carcinogenicity concern at high concentrations
- !May cause skin sensitisation with repeated or prolonged exposure
Backup sources
CIR Safety Assessment of Triethanolamine and TEA-containing Ingredients (2013): The CIR Expert Panel noted that triethanolamine is safe for use in rinse-off cosmetics at concentrations up to 5% but cautioned that in leave-on products, concentrations should be minimised to reduce the risk of nitrosamine formation. TEA should not be used in products containing N-nitroso-forming agents.
SafeWater
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Benefits
- ✓Primary solvent that dissolves and delivers active ingredients
Backup sources
Aqua (Water) — CIR Expert Panel Safety Assessment: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that water (aqua) is safe as used in cosmetic formulations.
CTPA Ingredient Library — Aqua (Water): Water is the most commonly used cosmetic ingredient and is listed as safe by the CTPA with no restrictions on use.
SafeCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Benefits
- ✓Softens and smooths skin without a greasy feel — absorbed quickly and leaves skin supple
- ✓Helps maintain the skin barrier by replenishing surface lipids lost through cleansing or environmental exposure
- ✓Non-comedogenic and well tolerated by all skin types including sensitive and acne-prone
Backup sources
CIR Safety Assessment of Triglycerides as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found caprylic/capric triglyceride safe as used in cosmetics. It is a lightweight emollient ester derived from coconut oil that provides skin-conditioning benefits without greasiness, and is non-irritating and non-sensitising at cosmetic concentrations.
CTPA Ingredient Library — Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: CTPA lists caprylic/capric triglyceride as a safe emollient and skin-conditioning agent derived from plant-based fats. It is well tolerated by all skin types and widely used in moisturisers and skin care formulations.
SafeCetyl Alcohol(Cetyl Alcohol (Fatty Alcohol))
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Benefits
- ✓Emollient and emulsifier that improves texture and spreadability
- ✓Helps stabilise the water-in-oil emulsion structure of the mascara
Backup sources
CIR Safety Assessment of Cetyl Alcohol and Related Fatty Alcohols: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that cetyl alcohol is safe as used in cosmetic formulations, including leave-on products at concentrations up to 5%.
CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Cetyl Alcohol: Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol approved for unrestricted cosmetic use in the EU; it functions as an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
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