Valmont Hydra3 Regenetic Cream ingredients, decoded
What Valmont Hydra3 Regenetic Cream is mostly made of, which ingredients do the work and what to watch for — based on the ingredient list the brand publishes.
An anti-ageing moisturiser the brand says hydrates deeply and helps support the skin's own hyaluronic acid production.
What it targets
Based on which ingredients are in it, how high up the list they are, and whether they are key actives.
Key ingredients
Ceramide: one of the lipids that hold skin cells together and keep water in.
Ingredient guide →Gentler AHA that exfoliates and hydrates. Increases sun sensitivity.
Ingredient guide →The salt form of hyaluronic acid; the version most products actually use.
Ingredient guide →Humectant at low levels; softens rough, thick skin at higher levels.
Ingredient guide →Worth knowing
- Contains fragrance or essential oils (Fragrance, Pinene). Skip it if fragrance irritates your skin.
- Fragrance allergens listed: Beta-Caryophyllene, Cananga Odorata Oil/extract, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate, Eugenol, Geraniol, Geranyl Acetate, Hexamethylindanopyran, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoeugenyl Acetate, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Rose Flower Oil/Extract, Terpineol. In the EU these must be named when above 0.001% in leave-on or 0.01% in rinse-off products.
- Alcohol appears at #11, lower down the list, so the amount is likely small.
- Contains exfoliating acids (Lactic Acid), which can make skin more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen during the day.
What most of it is made of
- WaterBase
- Butylene GlycolHumectant
- Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEmollient
- GlycerinHumectant
- Cetearyl EthylhexanoateEmollient
1% line: from Chlorphenesin (#64) onward, ingredients are probably at 1% or less. Chlorphenesin is limited to 0.3% in the EU, and ingredients at 1% or less may be listed in any order. Products made only for other markets can use more.
Full ingredient list, decoded (87)
| 1 | Water정제수The base of most creams and toners; dissolves the water-loving ingredients. | Base |
| 2 | Butylene Glycol부틸렌글라이콜Light humectant and solvent that helps other ingredients spread and absorb. | Humectant |
| 3 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride카프릴릭/카프릭트라이글리세라이드Light, non-greasy emollient made from coconut oil fatty acids. | Emollient |
| 4 | Glycerin글리세린A classic humectant that draws water into the outer skin layer. Well tolerated by almost everyone. | Humectant |
| 5 | Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate세테아릴에틸헥사노에이트Emollient that softens skin and helps the formula spread. | Emollient |
| 6 | C12-20 Acid PEG-8 EsterC12-20애씨드피이지-8에스터Emollient that softens skin and helps the formula spread. | Emollient |
| 7 | 1,2-Hexanediol1,2-헥산다이올Humectant that also helps preserve the formula; very common in Korean skincare. | Humectant |
| 8 | Coco-Caprylate/Caprate코코-카프릴레이트/카프레이트Light, fast-spreading plant-derived emollient. | Emollient |
| 9 | Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil마카다미아씨오일Nourishing nut oil. | Plant oil |
| 10 | Propanediol프로판다이올Humectant and solvent, often plant-derived; also boosts preservation. | Humectant |
| 11 | Alcohol에탄올Ethanol: solvent and texture lightener; drying when used at high levels. | Solvent |
| 12 | Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil호호바씨오일Liquid wax similar to skin sebum; lightweight and stable. | Plant oil |
| 13 | Squalane스쿠알란Stable, skin-like oil that softens without feeling heavy. | Emollient |
| 14 | Allantoin알란토인Soothing, softening ingredient. | Soothing |
| 15 | Ascorbyl Palmitate아스코빌팔미테이트Oil-soluble vitamin C ester, mainly an antioxidant for the formula. | Antioxidant |
| 16 | Calcium DNA칼슘디엔에이Skin-conditioning ingredient. | Skin conditioning |
| 17 | Ceramide AP세라마이드에이피Ceramide: one of the lipids that hold skin cells together and keep water in.Ingredient guide → | |
| 18 | Ceramide EOP세라마이드이오피Ceramide: one of the lipids that hold skin cells together and keep water in.Ingredient guide → | |
| 19 | Ceramide NP세라마이드엔피Ceramide: one of the lipids that hold skin cells together and keep water in.Ingredient guide → | |
| 20 | Cholesterol콜레스테롤Barrier lipid that works together with ceramides and fatty acids.Ingredient guide → | |
| 21 | Disodium Acetyl Glucosamine Phosphate다이소듐아세틸글루코사민포스페이트Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 22 | Ethyl Linoleate에틸리놀리에이트Cleansing agent. | Cleansing agent |
| 23 | Glucose글루코오스Humectant that helps skin hold on to water. | Humectant |
| 24 | Glycine글라이신Humectant that helps skin hold on to water. | Humectant |
| 25 | Glycine Soja Oil돌콩오일Plant oil that softens and nourishes dry skin. | Plant oil |
| 26 | Glycosphingolipids글라이코스핑고리피드Skin-conditioning ingredient. | Skin conditioning |
| 27 | Hordeum Vulgare Extract보리추출물Plant extract, usually present in small amounts for conditioning. | Plant extract |
| 28 | Hydroxyethyl Urea하이드록시에틸우레아Humectant related to urea, with a less sticky feel than glycerin. | Humectant |
| 29 | Jojoba Esters호호바에스터Emollient that softens skin and helps the formula spread. | Emollient |
| 30 | Lactic Acid락틱애씨드Gentler AHA that exfoliates and hydrates. Increases sun sensitivity.Ingredient guide → | Exfoliant |
| 31 | Lecithin레시틴Natural emulsifier from soy or sunflower. | Emulsifier |
| 32 | Magnesium DNA마그네슘디엔에이Mineral salt used for skin conditioning or texture. | Mineral salt |
| 33 | Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil올리브오일Rich, oleic-acid-heavy oil; nourishing but heavy for oily skin. | Plant oil |
| 34 | Persea Gratissima Oil아보카도오일Plant oil that softens and nourishes dry skin. | Plant oil |
| 35 | Phytosphingosine피토스핑고신Ceramide building block with soothing properties. | |
| 36 | Phytosterols피토스테롤Emollient that softens skin and helps the formula spread. | Emollient |
| 37 | RNA알엔에이Skin-conditioning ingredient. | Skin conditioning |
| 38 | Rosa Centifolia (Rose De Mai) Flower Extract프로방스장미꽃추출물Plant extract, usually present in small amounts for conditioning. | Plant extract |
| 39 | Serine세린Humectant that helps skin hold on to water. | Humectant |
| 40 | Sodium DNA소듐디엔에이Skin-conditioning ingredient. | Skin conditioning |
| 41 | Sodium Hyaluronate소듐하이알루로네이트The salt form of hyaluronic acid; the version most products actually use.Ingredient guide → | Humectant |
| 42 | Sorbitol솔비톨Sugar alcohol humectant. | Humectant |
| 43 | Tocopherol토코페롤Vitamin E. Antioxidant that also protects oils in the formula from going rancid. | Antioxidant |
| 44 | Tocopheryl Acetate토코페릴아세테이트Stable vitamin E ester. | Antioxidant |
| 45 | Urea우레아Humectant at low levels; softens rough, thick skin at higher levels.Ingredient guide → | Humectant |
| 46 | BHT비에이치티Antioxidant that keeps oils in the formula from going rancid. | Antioxidant |
| 47 | Boron Nitride보론나이트라이드Thickener, film-former or powder that sets the texture and finish. | Thickener / texture |
| 48 | C13-14 IsoparaffinC13-14아이소파라핀Emollient that softens skin and helps the formula spread. | Emollient |
| 49 | Carbomer카보머Gelling agent that creates clear gels. | Thickener / texture |
| 50 | Dimethicone다이메티콘Silicone that smooths, adds slip and forms a breathable protective film. | Silicone |
| 51 | Disodium EDTA다이소듐이디티에이Binds metal ions so the formula stays stable. | Chelating agent |
| 52 | Isopropyl Myristate아이소프로필미리스테이트Silky emollient; may clog pores for acne-prone skin. | Emollient |
| 53 | Laureth-7라우레스-7Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 54 | Polyacrylamide폴리아크릴아마이드Thickener, film-former or powder that sets the texture and finish. | Thickener / texture |
| 55 | Potassium Phosphate포타슘포스페이트Adjusts or buffers the pH of the formula. | pH adjuster |
| 56 | Sodium Chloride소듐클로라이드Salt; thickens cleansers and stabilises some emulsions. | Thickener / texture |
| 57 | Sodium Hydroxide소듐하이드록사이드pH adjuster used in tiny amounts; fully reacted in the final product. | pH adjuster |
| 58 | Sodium Lactate소듐락테이트Humectant that helps skin hold on to water. | Humectant |
| 59 | Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate소듐라우로일락틸레이트Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 60 | Sorbitan Oleate솔비탄올리에이트Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 61 | Steareth-2스테아레스-2Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 62 | Steareth-21스테아레스-21Emulsifier or solubiliser that keeps oil and water mixed. | Emulsifier |
| 63 | Xanthan Gum잔탄검Natural gum thickener. | Thickener / texture |
| 1% line — probably 1% or less below this point | ||
| 64 | Chlorphenesin클로페네신Preservative capped at 0.3% in the EU. | Preservative |
| 65 | Ethylhexylglycerin에틸헥실글리세린Preservative booster, usually paired with phenoxyethanol. | Preservative |
| 66 | Phenoxyethanol페녹시에탄올The most common preservative. The EU caps it at 1%, so everything listed after it is at 1% or less. | Preservative |
| 67 | Fragrance향료A blend of scent ingredients listed as one word. Brands do not have to name what is inside. | Fragrance |
| 68 | Beta-Caryophyllene베타-카리오필렌Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 69 | Cananga Odorata Oil/extract일랑일랑오일Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 70 | Cinnamyl Alcohol신나밀알코올Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 71 | Citronellol시트로넬올Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 72 | Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil광귤껍질오일Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 73 | Citrus Limon Peel Oil레몬껍질오일Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 74 | Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate다이메틸페네틸아세테이트Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 75 | Eugenol유제놀Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 76 | Geraniol제라니올Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 77 | Geranyl Acetate제라닐아세테이트Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 78 | Hexamethylindanopyran헥사메틸인다노피란Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 79 | Hexyl Cinnamal헥실신남알Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 80 | Hydroxycitronellal하이드록시시트로넬알Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 81 | Isoeugenyl Acetate아이소유제닐아세테이트Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 82 | Limonene리모넨Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 83 | Linalool리날룰Fragrance component the EU requires brands to name on the label because it can trigger allergies in some people. | Fragrance allergen |
| 84 | Linalyl Acetate리날릴아세테이트Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 85 | Pinene피넨Scent component found in pine and many essential oils. | Fragrance |
| 86 | Rose Flower Oil/Extract장미꽃오일Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
| 87 | Terpineol터피네올Fragrance component (essential oil or aroma chemical) on the EU list of allergens that must be named on the label — the list was extended in 2023. | Fragrance allergen |
Based on the ingredient list the brand publishes; formulas can change and differ by country. The order shows relative amounts, not exact percentages. General information, not medical advice.
Ingredient list as published on the brand’s official website. Formulas change and can differ by country, so check the list on your pack too. General information, not medical advice.