1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Dr. Ceuracle
5α Control Clearing Cream
face moisturizer
Dr. Ceuracle
face moisturizer
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Take the skin testA refreshing gel cream that offers rich moisture and soothing care to sensitive skin caused by excessive sebum and oil production. The special formula with Sepicontrol A5 removes skin oil and shine along with the patented recipe developed by Dr.Ceuracle R&D Center. The basic technology behind this product is that it controls 5 Alpha Reductase, a hormone which causes abnormal sebum secretion if skin loses its balance.
5α Control Clearing Cream is a lightweight moisturizer from Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 48 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. It contains both silicones and oils, a combination that usually finishes smooth and slightly satin and sits well under makeup. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Methylpropanediol and Betaine, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
Hydration: Very high. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Betaine and Sodium Hyaluronate.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Centella Asiatica Extract, Bisabolol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Sodium Hyaluronate.
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Dimethicone
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels, Argania Spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Parfum
Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
This product is the "Moisturise" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 48 ingredients on the label.
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Forms a film that slows water loss
Dissolves and carries everything else
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Calms visible redness and irritation
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Changes how the product smells or looks
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Dimethicone
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract is the extract of the bark, leaves and twigs of the Witch hazel, Hamamelis virginiana L., Hamamelidaceae
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract is an extract obtained from the dried bark of the Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Lauraceae
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Ferment is an extract of the yeast cells of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract is an extract of the germ of the wheat, Triticum vulgare, Gramineae
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Saw Palm, Serenoa Serrulata, Palmaceae
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Phellinus Linteus Extract is an extract of the Mushroom, Phellinus linteus, Hymenochaetaceae
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract is an extract of Cordyceps sinensis
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract is an extract of the caps and stalks of the Mushroom, Ganoderma lucidum, Polyporaceae
20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels, Argania Spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae
22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt
23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer is a copolymer of sodium acrylate and sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate monomers
24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Isohexadecane is a branched chain aliphatic hydrocarbon with 16 carbons.
25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
D-Glucopyranose, C16-18 alkyl glycosides
26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
27th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether
29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
(R*,R*)-.alpha.,4-dimethyl-.alpha.-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-methanol; 3-Cyclohexene-1-methanol, alpha,4-dimethyl-alpha-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (theta,theta)-(+/-)-; 3-Cyclohexene-1-methanol, alpha,4-dimethyl-alpha-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (S-(theta,theta))- (levomenol)
30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Product obtained by the fermentation of glucose and methyl rapeseedate by the microorganism Candida bombicola
31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glycine, N-methyl-
33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
N-(1-oxooctyl)glycine
34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol
35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Mono- and diglycerides, almond oil, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of glyceryl acrylate and acrylic acid
37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
.alpha.-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3.beta.,20.beta.)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-.beta.-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, dipotassium salt
38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sorbitan oleate
39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glucose
40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
4,4'-(2,3-Dimethyltetramethylene)dipyrocatechol
41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
42nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of dimethicone crosslinked with a mixture of PEG-10 and PEG-15 diallyl ethers
43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs., (Z)-
44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Parfum is a term for ingredient labelling used to identify that a product contains a material or a combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular odour. According to Article 19 of the Cosmetics Regulation, 'Perfume and aromatic compositions and their raw materials shall be referred to by the terms ‘parfum’ or ‘aroma’. '
45th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
46th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,p-Hydroxyacetophenone
47th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Octane-1,2-diol
48th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
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WATER, GLYCERIN, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, DIMETHICONE, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA BARK/LEAF/TWIG EXTRACT, BETAINE, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, CINNAMOMUM ZEYLANICUM BARK EXTRACT, SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE EXTRACT, TRITICUM VULGARE GERM EXTRACT, SERENOA SERRULATA FRUIT EXTRACT, SESAMUM INDICUM SEED EXTRACT, PHELLINUS LINTEUS EXTRACT, CORDYCEPS SINENSIS EXTRACT, GANODERMA LUCIDUM EXTRACT, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, ISOHEXADECANE, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, TROMETHAMINE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CARBOMER, BISABOLOL, CANDIDA BOMBICOLA/GLUCOSE/METHYL RAPESEEDATE FERMENT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SARCOSINE, CAPRYLOYL GLYCINE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-60 ALMOND GLYCERIDES, GLYCERYL ACRYLATE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, SORBITAN OLEATE, GLUCOSE, NORDIHYDROGUAIARETIC ACID, OLEANOLIC ACID, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, POLYSORBATE 80, PARFUM, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN.
SODIUM HYALURONATE.
Apply an appropriate amount evenly all over face. Pat gently to enhance absorption.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sorbitan Oleate, Polysorbate 80. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
No — it contains Parfum.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
No — it contains Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
It lists 48 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.
Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea.
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