Widely used antimicrobial preservative. Can react with ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in soft drinks and fruit beverages to form trace amounts of benzene, a known human carcinogen.

INS INS 211moderate risk

#45Chlorphenesin

#461

#472-Hexanediol

#48Caprylyl Glycol

#49Benzyl Salicylate

#50Limonene

Citrus fragrance terpene that oxidizes upon air exposure into potent skin sensitizers.

EWG 5/10

#51Linalool

Floral fragrance component found in lavender and bergamot. Mandatory declaration on cosmetics packaging if > 0.001% in leave-on.

EWG 4/10

#52Fragrance (Parfum)

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Key Ingredients: Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid): Provides antioxidant protection and helps even skin tone. Plant-based ceramides: Help strengthen the skin barrier and retain moisture. Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract: Brightens and moisturizes the skin. Bacillus Ferment: Supports increased firmness and elasticity. Niacinamide: Improves skin texture and enhances radiance. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter: Deeply nourishes and softens the skin. Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil: Provides antioxidant benefits and helps maintain skin hydration. Full Ingredient List: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Bacillus Ferment, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Glutathione, Jojoba Esters, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Squalane, Sorbitol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Cyclodextrin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Glucose, Gold, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)

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Murad Essential-C Firming Radiance Day Cream is a clinically proven, multi-action daytime cream designed to hydrate, brighten, and improve the look of firmness in the skin. This lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving a non-greasy finish and prepping the skin for makeup application. It features vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that helps even skin tone and provides protection against environmental damage. Plant-based ceramides and phytol from pineapple extract help to brighten and moisturize, while bacillus ferment supports increased firmness and elasticity for a more youthful appearance. Features: Clinically proven hydration: Immediately hydrates and nourishes the skin, with a 231% increase in hydration in 24 hours. Brightening effect: Helps brighten skin tone in 4 weeks, with 93% of subjects reporting a more radiant appearance. Improved firmness: Bacillus ferment supports skin elasticity and firmness. Antioxidant protection: Vitamin C helps protect skin from environmental stressors. Non-greasy formula: Absorbs quickly and preps skin for makeup application. About the Brand: Murad is a dermatologist-founded skincare brand known for its science-backed, high-performance formulas that target a variety of skin concerns. Explore the entire range of Face Moisturizer & Day Cream available on Nykaa. Shop more Murad products here.You can browse through the complete world of Murad Face Moisturizer & Day Cream .