| Carbomer Homopolymer Type B (allyl Sucrose Crosslinked) | Thickener/Gelling Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Sucrose | A sucrose-crosslinked acrylic acid polymer used to create gels for topical formulations. |
| Cetyl Alcohol? | Emulsifier/Thickener | ?Uncertain — Cetyl Alcohol | A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis. |
| Medium-chain Triglycerides | Solvent/Vehicle | ⚠️ Yes — Coconut | Fatty acid esters derived from coconut or palm kernel oil. Used as a solvent and vehicle in oral and topical formulations. May be relevant for individuals with coconut sensitivity. |
| PEG-100 Monostearate | Emulsifier | ⚠️ Yes — PEG | A PEG-based emulsifier used to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions in creams and lotions. Contains a polyethylene glycol component. |
| Sesame Oil | Vehicle/Solvent | ⚠️ Yes — Sesame | A seed oil used as a vehicle in some injectable medications and topical formulations. Sesame is a recognized major food allergen (FASTER Act, 2023) — patients with sesame allergy should verify all formulations. |
| Stearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Thickener | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol | A fatty alcohol used in creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis. |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No | Vitamin E acetate. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from degradation during storage. |
| Allantoin | Skin Protectant | No | A compound that promotes wound healing and cell regeneration. Used as a skin protectant and soothing agent in topical formulations. |
| C12-15 Alkyl Lactate? | Emollient | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Citrus Sinensis Flower Oil? | — | No | — |
| Cyclomethicone 5 | Emollient/Carrier | No | A volatile silicone that evaporates quickly, leaving a smooth feel. Used as a carrier and emollient in topical products. |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No | A silicone-based polymer used as a skin protectant, emollient, and anti-foaming agent in topical formulations. |
| Dimethiconol/trimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer (40/60 W/w; 1000000 Pa.s)? | Skin Conditioner | No | A silicone elastomer blend used in topical formulations to provide a smooth, silky feel and improve product spreadability. |
| Edetate Sodium | Chelating Agent | No | A sodium salt of EDTA used to bind metal ions, preventing degradation of active ingredients and preserving formulation stability. |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No | A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture. Used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in many oral and topical medications. Generally well tolerated. |
| Glyceryl Monostearate | Emulsifier | No | An emulsifier that helps oil and water mix in creams and ointments. Derived from glycerin and stearic acid. |
| Glycol Stearate | Emulsifier/Opacifier | No | A glycol ester used as an emulsifier, opacifier, and pearlizing agent in topical formulations. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No | Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin. |
| Lavender Oil | Fragrance | No | An essential oil from lavender flowers used as a fragrance and for its calming properties. Can cause contact sensitization in some individuals. |
| Polysorbate 80 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No | A non-ionic surfactant used to dissolve and stabilize ingredients that do not mix well with water. Derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. Rare hypersensitivity reactions reported. |
| Potassium Metaphosphate | Buffer/Stabilizer | No | A potassium phosphate salt used as a buffering agent and stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations. |
| Sodium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No | A strong alkali used to adjust the pH of pharmaceutical solutions. Present only in trace amounts in the final product. |
| Titanium Dioxide | Colorant/Opacifier | No | A white pigment used for coating opacity. Under regulatory review in some countries. |