Preservative/Solvent
A preservative and solvent used in injectable and topical formulations.
Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Disintegrant
A cross-linked form of povidone used as a superdisintegrant. Same polymer allergy concern as povidone.
pH Adjuster/Solvent
Antioxidant
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Benzyl Alcohol? | Preservative/Solvent | Uncertain — Benzyl Alcohol |
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Crospovidone? | Disintegrant | Uncertain — Povidone |
| : Bis-vinyl Dimethicone/ Dimethicone Copolymer | — | No |
| : Tocopheryl Acetate | — | No |
| : Water | — | No |
| Acetic Acid | pH Adjuster/Solvent | No |
| And Triacetin? | — | No |
| Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract? | — | No |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate? | Antioxidant | No |
| Behentrimonium Methosulfate | — | No |
| Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/di-caprate | — | No |
| C12-13 Pareth-23 | — | No |
| C12-13 Pareth-3 | — | No |
| Calcium Citrate? | — | No |
| Caprylic/capric Triglyceride | — | No |
| Carbamide? | — | No |
| Cetear- Yl Olivate | — | No |
| Cetyl Alcohol Glycerin? | — | No |
| Chondroitin Sulfate? | — | No |
| Citric Acid | — | No |