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La Roche-Posay

Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer, Daily Moisturizer Face Cream with Ceramide & Niacinamide for All Skin Types, Immediate Comfort & Long Lasting Hydration, Fragrance Free

Ingredient Snapshot

18 beneficial ingredients detected with no known safety concerns.

No flagged ingredients detected — all analysed ingredients are considered safe.

Ingredients (18)

Aqua (Water)(Water)

Benefits

  • Primary solvent that dissolves and delivers active ingredients

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Water as Used in Cosmetics: Water (Aqua) is reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel and is widely accepted as safe for use in cosmetic products. It functions as a solvent and vehicle for delivering other ingredients to the skin.

Glycerin(Glycerol)

Benefits

  • Humectant preventing cleansing-related dryness
  • Keeps skin hydrated post-wash

Sources

FDA

FDA GRAS Database — Glycerin: Glycerin (glycerol) is affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a cosmetic ingredient, it is one of the most widely used and well-tolerated humectants, drawing moisture from the environment to the outer layers of the skin.

Squalane

Benefits

  • Lightweight emollient mimicking skin's natural sebum
  • Softens skin without greasiness
  • Excellent tolerance for sensitive skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Squalane as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found squalane safe as used in cosmetics. It is a saturated hydrocarbon emollient that closely resembles squalene produced naturally by human sebaceous glands. It is well tolerated and non-irritating.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Squalane: CTPA lists squalane as a safe emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It is a skin-identical lipid that provides moisturisation without greasiness and is considered non-comedogenic and well tolerated by all skin types.

Dimethicone(Silicone Emollient)

Benefits

  • Creates a smooth protective barrier locking in moisture
  • Provides silky skin feel
  • Protects against environmental irritants

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Cyclomethicone and Dimethicone as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel concluded dimethicone is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. It functions as a skin protectant and emollient, forming a breathable barrier on skin that reduces transepidermal water loss.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Dimethicone: CTPA lists dimethicone as a safe skin-conditioning agent and emollient widely used in cosmetics to improve skin feel and texture. It is considered safe for all skin types and is non-sensitising.

Zea Mays Starch (Corn Starch)(Corn Starch)

Benefits

  • Absorbs excess oil and moisture
  • Gives formula a light non-greasy texture

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Zea Mays Starch (Corn Starch): The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Corn Starch and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Absorbs excess oil and moisture

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Zea Mays Starch (Corn Starch): The CTPA lists Corn Starch as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Gives formula a light non-greasy texture

Niacinamide(Vitamin B3)

Benefits

  • Minimizes pores
  • Evens skin tone
  • Strengthens the skin barrier
  • Anti-inflammatory

Potential concerns

  • !May cause flushing at high concentrations in sensitive individuals

Sources

FDA

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) — FDA Cosmetic Ingredient Review: Niacinamide is considered safe for use in cosmetics. It is a well-established skin-conditioning agent with evidence supporting its role in improving skin texture, tone, and barrier function.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Niacinamide: CTPA lists niacinamide as a safe and effective skin-conditioning agent widely used across cosmetic formulations, with a strong safety profile across concentrations typically used in cosmetics (2–10%).

Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate(Synthetic Polymer Thickener)

Benefits

  • Thickens and stabilizes emulsions
  • Gives creams their smooth spreadable texture

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Synthetic Polymer Thickener and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Thickens and stabilizes emulsions

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate: The CTPA lists Synthetic Polymer Thickener as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Gives creams their smooth spreadable texture

Myristyl Myristate

Benefits

  • Conditions skin
  • Contributes to smooth creamy texture

Potential concerns

  • !May be comedogenic for acne-prone skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Myristyl Myristate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Myristyl Myristate and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Conditions skin

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Myristyl Myristate: The CTPA lists Myristyl Myristate as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Contributes to smooth creamy texture

Stearic Acid

Benefits

  • Helps bind oil and water phases
  • Softens and conditions skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Stearic Acid and Related Fatty Acids: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that stearic acid is safe as used in cosmetic formulations as an emollient and emulsifier.

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Stearic Acid: Stearic acid is a naturally occurring saturated fatty acid approved for unrestricted use in EU cosmetics as an emollient, emulsifier, and surfactant.

Ceramide NP

Benefits

  • Replenishes lipids lost during cleansing
  • Supports barrier integrity and moisture retention

Sources

CTPA

CTPA Skin Barrier Science — Ceramides in Cosmetic Formulations: Ceramides are endogenous lipids critical to the skin barrier. Topical application of ceramide NP (ceramide 3) has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to restore stratum corneum lipid composition, reduce transepidermal water loss, and improve symptoms of atopic dermatitis.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate(Cetyl Phosphate Emulsifier)

Benefits

  • Mild emulsifier that stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Potassium Cetyl Phosphate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Cetyl Phosphate Emulsifier and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Mild emulsifier that stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Potassium Cetyl Phosphate: The CTPA lists Cetyl Phosphate Emulsifier as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Mild emulsifier that stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Benefits

  • Self-emulsifying emulsifier blending oil and water phases
  • Conditions skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Glyceryl Stearate: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that glyceryl stearate is safe as used in cosmetic formulations as an emulsifier and skin conditioner.

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Glyceryl Stearate: Glyceryl stearate is approved for unrestricted use in cosmetics in the EU and is widely used as an emulsifier and emollient.

Sodium Hydroxide(Lye (pH Adjuster))

Benefits

  • Adjusts pH for skin compatibility and ingredient stability

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Sodium Hydroxide as a pH Adjuster: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that sodium hydroxide is safe in cosmetic formulations when used as a pH adjuster at concentrations that achieve the intended pH without elevating finished product pH above 11.

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Sodium Hydroxide: Sodium hydroxide is listed in Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a permitted pH adjuster. It is approved for use at levels necessary to adjust pH, ensuring the final product is not harmful at the concentrations present.

Myristic Acid

Benefits

  • Helps stabilize emulsions
  • Leaves skin feeling soft

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Myristic Acid as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel concluded that myristic acid is safe for use in cosmetics as an emollient and texture agent. It is a naturally occurring saturated fatty acid found in nutmeg butter and coconut oil.

Palmitic Acid

Benefits

  • Replenishes lipids in the skin barrier
  • Contributes to smooth texture

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Palmitic Acid as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel concluded that palmitic acid is safe for use in cosmetics as an emollient and texture agent at the concentrations used in current practice.

Capryloyl Glycine

Benefits

  • Gentle antimicrobial properties
  • Helps regulate sebum during cleansing
  • Soothes skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Capryloyl Glycine: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Capryloyl Glycine and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Gentle antimicrobial properties

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Capryloyl Glycine: The CTPA lists Capryloyl Glycine as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Helps regulate sebum during cleansing

Caprylyl Glycol

Benefits

  • Moisturizes and conditions skin
  • Boosts preservative efficacy

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Caprylyl Glycol: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that caprylyl glycol is safe as used in cosmetic formulations as a skin conditioner and preservative booster.

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Caprylyl Glycol: Caprylyl glycol is approved for cosmetic use in the EU as a multifunctional ingredient providing skin conditioning and antimicrobial preservation boosting activity.

Xanthan Gum

Benefits

  • Natural polysaccharide that thickens and stabilizes formulas
  • Improves texture and skin feel

Sources

FDA

FDA — Xanthan Gum Safety Assessment: FDA considers xanthan gum safe for use in cosmetics as a thickening and stabilising agent. It has a long history of safe use in both food and cosmetic products.

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