
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Serum containing multiple botanical extracts and acids
FEATURES
Reduces dark spots and scars, suitable for oily and acne prone skin, contains White Haldi for acne reduction and even skin tone
BEST FOR
oily
CHECKS
Paraben-Free, Sulfate-free, Alcohol-free, Silicone-free
Who Is It For?
Adults UnisexWhat Does It Help With?
Acne Reduction Dark Spot And Scar Fading Pore PerfectionBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
Aqua, Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus Indica Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Propanedial, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Sebacic Acid, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Seed Extract, Green Tea Extract, Witch Hazel Extract, White Haldi Extract, Kakadu Plum Extract, Avocado Extract, Gotu Kola Extract, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Algin, Sorbitol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Lactate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (Biograde), Lactic Acid, Sodium Salicylate, Glycolic Acid, Fragnance, Sodium Hydroxide.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Aqua, Hydrolyzed-Opuntia-Ficus-Indica-Flower-Extract, Butylene-Glycol, Propanedial, 10-Hydroxydecanoic-Acid, Sebacic-Acid, Rosa-Canina-Fruit-Extract, Lens-Esculenta-(Lentil)-Seed-Extract, Green-Tea-Extract, Witch-Hazel-Extract, White-Haldi-Extract, Kakadu-Plum-Extract, Avocado-Extract, Gotu-Kola-Extract, Glucosyl-Hesperidin, Algin, Sorbitol, Phenethyl-Alcohol, Caprylyl-Glycol, Sodium-Lactate, PEG-40-Hydrogenated-Castor-Oil, Lactic-Acid, Sodium-Salicylate, Glycolic-Acid, Fragnance, Sodium-Hydroxide
Key Ingredients
White-Haldi-Extract, Green-Tea-Extract, Kakadu-Plum-Extract, Witch-Hazel-Extract
Ingredients Details
Algin
Common Name(s): Algin,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Algin has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,algin technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Sorbitol
Common Name(s): D-glucitol,l-glucitol,sorbol
CAS Number: 50-70-4
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Attracts and retains moisture providing skin softening and hydration.
Why It's Used: Widely used, cost-effective humectant and formulation ingredient in moisturizers, toothpastes, and personal care.
How It Works: 6 hydroxyl groups provide strong water binding through hydrogen bonding. metabolized slowly by skin as an osmolyte.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,body lotions,toothpaste,shampoos,many personal care products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ sugar alcohol humectant
Secondary Functions: Formulation solvent,viscosity modifier
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant-derived (corn, apples) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Produced by catalytic hydrogenation of glucose. derived from corn starch or other carbohydrate sources. gras food-approved.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; suitable for all skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,emollients,occlusives,glycerin,hyaluronic acid
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Sorbitol's osmolyte function in cells (accumulates in response to osmotic stress) suggests it may provide protection to skin cells under dehydrating environmental conditions, complementing its well-established surface humectant activity.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12