Is Handcreme Repair Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Isana
Isana's Handcreme Repair is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes glycerin and tocopheryl acetate, which are beneficial for skin hydration and protection. However, the presence of synthetic preservatives like phenoxyethanol raises safety concerns.
Main concern
Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing to hydration.
- Tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E) acts as an antioxidant, providing skin protection and nourishment.
Concerns
- Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
- Fragrance components like linalool and limonene may trigger allergic reactions in some users.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Aqua safe in this skincare?
Good
Aqua is used here as base. Aqua serves as the primary solvent in this formulation, providing hydration and facilitating the absorption of other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aqua
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Glycerin is a well-known humectant that draws moisture to the skin, enhancing hydration and skin softness.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Glycerin
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Is Cetearyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cetearyl Alcohol is used here as emulsifier. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used as an emulsifier and thickener, providing a creamy texture but may cause irritation in sensitive skin.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Cetearyl Alcohol
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Is Isopropyl Palmitate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Isopropyl Palmitate is used here as emollient. Isopropyl palmitate is an emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin, though it can be comedogenic for some individuals.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Isopropyl Palmitate
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Is Glyceryl Stearate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Glyceryl Stearate is used here as emulsifier. Glyceryl stearate acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water components, but may raise concerns for sensitive skin.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Glyceryl Stearate
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Is Dicaprylyl Ether safe in this skincare?
Medium
Dicaprylyl Ether is used here as emollient. Dicaprylyl ether is an emollient that provides a silky feel to the product, though it is a synthetic ingredient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Dicaprylyl Ether
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Is Citric Acid safe in this skincare?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to adjust pH levels in the formulation, ensuring stability and compatibility with skin.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric Acid
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Is Panthenol safe in this skincare?
Good
Panthenol is used here as humectant. Panthenol is a form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates and soothes the skin, enhancing its barrier function.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Panthenol
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Is Tocopheryl Acetate safe in this skincare?
Good
Tocopheryl Acetate is used here as antioxidant. Tocopheryl acetate is a stable form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant benefits, protecting skin from oxidative stress.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Tocopheryl Acetate
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Is Allantoin safe in this skincare?
Good
Allantoin is used here as soothing_agent. Allantoin is known for its soothing properties, helping to calm irritated skin and promote healing.
Role in formula: soothing_agent
Original: Allantoin
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Is Tocopherol safe in this skincare?
Good
Tocopherol is used here as antioxidant. Tocopherol is a natural form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection and supports skin health.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Tocopherol
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Is Olea Europaea Fruit Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is used here as emollient. Olea europaea fruit oil (olive oil) is a natural emollient that nourishes and moisturizes the skin effectively.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
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Is Helianthus Annuus Hybrid Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Helianthus Annuus Hybrid Oil is used here as emollient. Helianthus annuus hybrid oil (sunflower oil) is rich in fatty acids, providing hydration and skin barrier support.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Helianthus Annuus Hybrid Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Helianthus Annuus Hybrid Oil
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Is Ricinus Communis Seed Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is used here as emollient. Ricinus communis seed oil (castor oil) is an emollient that helps to soften and condition the skin.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
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Is Olus Oil safe in this skincare?
Medium
Olus Oil is used here as emollient. Olus oil is a vegetable oil blend that provides moisturizing properties but may be less effective than other oils.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Olus Oil
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Is Parfum safe in this skincare?
Bad
Parfum is used here as fragrance. Parfum is a synthetic fragrance that can cause allergic reactions and irritation in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Parfum
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Is Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium cetearyl sulfate is used as an emulsifier but may cause irritation for some skin types.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate
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Is Phenoxyethanol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Phenoxyethanol is used here as preservative. Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause skin irritation and is restricted in some formulations.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Phenoxyethanol
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Is Benzyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Benzyl Alcohol is used here as preservative. Benzyl alcohol is a preservative that can be irritating to the skin and is associated with allergic reactions.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Benzyl Alcohol
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Is Linalool safe in this skincare?
Bad
Linalool is used here as fragrance. Linalool is a fragrance component that can cause allergic reactions and is often restricted in cosmetic formulations.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Linalool
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Is Limonene safe in this skincare?
Bad
Limonene is used here as fragrance. Limonene is a fragrance component that can be irritating and is known to cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Limonene
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Is Hexyl Cinnamal safe in this skincare?
Bad
Hexyl Cinnamal is used here as fragrance. Hexyl cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient that may cause allergic reactions and is often restricted in cosmetics.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Hexyl Cin - namal
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Is Benzyl Salicylate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Benzyl Salicylate is used here as fragrance. Benzyl salicylate is a fragrance component that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Benzyl Salicylate
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Is Geraniol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Geraniol is used here as fragrance. Geraniol is a fragrance ingredient that can cause allergic reactions and is often restricted in cosmetic formulations.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Geraniol
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Is Citronellol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Citronellol is used here as fragrance. Citronellol is a fragrance component that may cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Citronellol
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as buffer. Sodium hydroxide is used to adjust pH levels in the formulation, ensuring stability but can be irritating at high concentrations.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Sodium Hydroxide
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4278864
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