StriVectin Advanced Retinol Daily Repair Moisturizer

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• Avobenzone

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also acts as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it also appears as Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane.

• Octisalate

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

• Octocrylene

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also serves as a light stabilizer, helping keep other filters and the formula intact under sunlight.

• Homosalate

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also adds scent to the product.

• Water

  Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  The base liquid that most of the other ingredients dissolve or spread into. It carries the formula and helps condition the skin surface.

  listed as “Aqua/Water/Eau”

• Propanediol

  Humectant (holds moisture)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A solvent that dissolves other ingredients and helps them blend evenly. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula.

• Isononyl Isononanoate

  Antistatic (reduces static)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An oily conditioning ingredient that softens and smooths skin feel. It also helps cut static, giving the product a light, spreadable texture.

• Myristyl Nicotinate

  Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An ingredient that conditions both hair and skin. It helps them feel soft and smooth.

• Glycerin

  Denaturant (makes alcohol undrinkable)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Humectant (holds moisture)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  Glycerin draws in and holds moisture while conditioning and protecting skin. It also dissolves other ingredients, adjusts thickness, and can add scent. On labels it may appear as glycerol.

• Cetearyl Alcohol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Foam boosting (increases foam from other ingredients)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A workhorse ingredient that softens skin feel, adjusts thickness, helps oil and water mix, and keeps the blend stable. In practice it thickens the product, keeps it from separating, gives a smooth feel, and can make the product look opaque. Despite its name, it behaves like a waxy solid, not a drying alcohol.

• Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is an emollient. It softens and smooths the way skin feels.

• Coco-Glucoside

  Foaming (produces foam)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  A cleansing agent that lifts away dirt and oil. It also creates foam and helps water rinse things off. On labels it's counted among the milder sugar-based cleansers.

• Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps oil and water mix so the product stays blended. It also works as a cleansing agent that helps lift away oil and dirt.

• Dimethicone

  Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

  A silicone that softens and smooths skin feel and forms a protective layer on the surface. It also cuts down foam during production, keeping the formula settled.

• 1,2-Hexanediol

  Humectant (holds moisture)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  A fluid that acts as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend evenly. It also conditions the skin, leaving it feeling smooth.

• Glycine Soja Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Glycine Soja Oil, also labeled as soybean oil, is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It conditions the skin and adds fragrance to the product.

  listed as “Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil”

• Parfum

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  This is the fragrance, a blend of scent ingredients added to give the product an odor or mask other smells. It's also listed as "aroma" on some labels.

  listed as “Fragrance (Parfum)”

• Butylene Glycol

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A multitasking liquid that acts as a humectant, solvent, and thickness adjuster, and carries a scent role. It draws in and holds moisture, dissolves other ingredients, and helps set the product's texture.

• Glycine Soja Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A soybean extract used to condition the skin. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  listed as “Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract”

• Sodium Acrylates Copolymer

  Binder (holds the formula together)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A polymer that thickens the product and forms a thin film as it sets. It adjusts the thickness, helps hold the mix together, and adds some opacity so the formula looks less see-through.

• Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer

  Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

  This is a film former. It leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product dries.

• Tocopheryl Acetate

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping keep the formula from going off. It also conditions the skin, softening its feel.

• Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

  Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A large chain-like molecule that stabilizes emulsions, keeping the oil and water parts mixed. It also forms a thin film on the surface and adjusts the thickness of the product.

• Erythritol

  Humectant (holds moisture)Moisturizing (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A sugar-like ingredient that draws in and holds moisture. That keeps the formula and skin from drying out and leaves skin feeling conditioned.

• Bisabolol

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)

  A conditioning and soothing ingredient that also adds a light fragrance. It softens the skin's feel and contributes scent to the product. On labels it may also appear as Levomenol.

• Prunus Persica (Peach) Flower Extract

  Moisturizing (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An extract from peach flowers that adds moisture and conditions the skin. In practice it helps keep skin feeling hydrated, soft, and smooth.

• Lecithin

  Antistatic (reduces static)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Lecithin helps oil and water mix and softens skin feel. That keeps the water and oil parts blended and smooths the skin, and it also reduces static. It shows up on labels simply as Lecithin.

• Polysorbate 20

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Polysorbate 20 helps oil and water mix so the product stays blended. It also acts as a cleansing agent that lifts away oil and dirt.

• Retinol

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Restricted in the EU

  Retinol is a skin conditioning ingredient. It works to maintain the skin's feel and condition. It's a form of vitamin A that appears on labels under this name.

• Caprylhydroxamic Acid

  Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)

  An ingredient that binds trace metals which would otherwise spoil the formula. Keeping those metals tied up helps the product stay stable.

• Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  An emulsifier that helps oil and water combine. It keeps the two parts of the product blended into a stable, uniform mix.

• Aminomethyl Propanol

  Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Restricted in the EU

  A buffering ingredient that sets and holds the product's acidity level. In practice it keeps the formula's pH steady.

• Disodium EDTA

  Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  An ingredient that binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula, and helps adjust its thickness. This keeps the product stable over time.

• Oryza Sativa Germ Extract

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An extract from rice germ that softens and smooths skin feel. It helps the surface feel conditioned.

  listed as “Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Extract”

• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract

  Abrasive (physically scrubs)Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Bulking agent (adds volume)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An extract of rice grains that conditions skin and hair, and can act as an abrasive and absorbent. It also adds bulk to the formula and can soak up excess moisture or oil.

• Polysilicone-11

  Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

  This is a film former, a silicone-based ingredient. It leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product dries down.

• Coconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  A coconut-based ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and water mix. It smooths skin feel and keeps the water and oil parts of the formula blended together.

• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  A light oil used as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients and as an occlusive that forms a layer helping hold in moisture. It can also add a bit of scent.

  listed as “Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride”

• Hibiscus Sabdariffa Fruit Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A hibiscus fruit extract used as a skin-conditioning agent. It helps skin feel softer and smoother.

• Butylated Hydroxytoluene

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

  An antioxidant that also adds a scent note. It helps keep the oils in the formula from going off, so the product stays stable longer. Often shortened to BHT on labels.

  listed as “BHT”

• Gluconolactone

  Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Gluconolactone binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula. It also conditions the skin, helping it feel better.

• Pentylene Glycol

  Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  A skin-conditioning ingredient that also works as a solvent. It helps dissolve other ingredients and keeps skin feeling conditioned.

• Phenethyl Alcohol

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  This is a fragrance ingredient. Its job is to give the product a scent.

• Phytosterols

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

• Sodium Hyaluronate

  Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A moisture-grabbing ingredient that draws in and holds water. That keeps skin conditioned and helps it feel supple. It's the salt form of hyaluronic acid.

• Sodium Benzoate

  Anticorrosive (protects the container and equipment from corrosion)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

  A preservative that helps keep the product from spoiling. It also adds fragrance and guards against corrosion in the formula.

• Beta-Glucan

  Bulking agent (adds volume)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Beta-Glucan is a sugar-based ingredient that conditions skin and adds body to the formula. It gives the product substance while helping keep skin soft and smooth.

• Xanthan Gum

  Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Gel forming (sets the formula into a gel)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A thickener that adjusts how thick the product is and forms a gel-like texture. It keeps oil and water mixed and stops the blend from separating, giving a stable, even feel.

• Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  Sunflower seed oil does several jobs: it softens and smooths skin, forms a light layer on the surface, and acts as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients. Together this helps skin feel smooth and holds the formula together.

• Bacillus/Sea Salt Ferment Filtrate

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is a filtrate made by fermenting sea salt. It conditions the skin, leaving it feeling softer and smoother.

• Caprylyl Glycol

  Deodorant (masks or reduces odor)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A multi-tasker that conditions skin and hair and acts as a deodorant. As an emollient it softens and smooths, leaving skin feeling conditioned.

• Potassium Sorbate

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

  A salt used mainly as a preservative to keep the product from spoiling. It also contributes to fragrance. In practice, it helps the formula stay stable over time.

• Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

  Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)

  This is a chelating agent. It binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula.

• Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Tonic (CosIng functional class)

  This is an extract of ginger root that conditions the skin, leaving it feeling smooth. It also adds fragrance and works as a tonic, giving a refreshed feel. You may see it listed by its ginger source name.

  listed as “Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract”

• Ascorbyl Palmitate

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  Ascorbyl Palmitate is an oil-friendly form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant to keep the formula from going off. It can also add a light scent.

• Citric Acid

  Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  Citric Acid is a mild acid used to fine-tune a formula's pH. It keeps the acidity steady (buffering), binds trace metals that would spoil the formula (chelating), and can add a scent note.

• Tocopherol

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant, which helps keep the formula from going off. It also conditions skin and forms a thin surface layer that slows moisture loss. You may see it listed simply as vitamin E.

• Ascorbic Acid

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Ascorbic Acid is vitamin C, used here mainly as an antioxidant to protect the formula from going off. It also conditions the skin, adjusts the acidity balance, and can add scent.

• Propyl Gallate

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  An antioxidant that keeps the oils in the formula from going off over time. It also adds to the product's scent.

• Ethyl Ferulate

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)

  An antioxidant, which helps protect the formula from damage caused by oxygen. This can keep the product from going off as quickly once it's exposed to air.

• Humulus Lupulus Extract

  Antiperspirant (CosIng functional class)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

  A hops extract that works several ways: it curbs microbes, reduces sweat, adds fragrance, and conditions and protects both skin and hair. In practice it helps keep the formula fresh while softening skin and hair. It's often listed as Hops Extract.

• Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is a fusion peptide used as a skin conditioner. It helps keep the skin feeling soft and smooth.

Source

DailyMed drug label

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https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=cfbdbba8-a739-fd32-e053-2a95a90a6f31

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21 September 2026

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United States

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v1 of this U.S. formulation

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