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Join for free →Simple's Hydrating Light Moisturiser has a clean, fragrance-free core built around Glycerin as the primary humectant and Paraffinum Liquidum (mineral oil) as the dominant occlusive. Mineral oil is one of the most tested and non-allergenic occlusives in cosmetics, but it is petroleum-derived and can be problematic for acne-prone or oily skin types by trapping sebum. Dimethicone provides silky texture without heavy pore occlusion. The soothing actives (Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol) and Lactic Acid all appear after the preservative, suggesting modest concentrations where therapeutic depth is limited. No artificial fragrance or colour is a genuine formulation commitment.

Rs. 424 - Rs. 499 • Analysed 10 June 2026
Mineral oil is widely used in Indian skincare due to its low cost and stability in humid conditions, but its occlusive nature can feel heavy in high-humidity environments (Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru) and may contribute to heat rash in summer months. For Indian climate conditions, Fitzpatrick III-V skin types with oily or combination skin are better served by a lighter water-based moisturiser. This product is better suited to dry skin types and air-conditioned environments. The fragrance-free formulation is well-suited to Indian users with sensitive or reactive skin.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
The available INCI confirms no Parfum, Fragrance, or scent-use essential oils are present.
No synthetic colourant ingredients are present in the available INCI.
No published clinical study, test report, or consumer study for this specific formula has been made publicly visible.
The claim appears on packaging but no report, laboratory name, method, or outcome data is publicly accessible.
The fragrance-free, paraben-free profile supports sensitive skin positioning, though no hypoallergenic or HRIPT data has been published, and the INCI is only partially confirmed.
Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.
Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
This is a very clean safety profile for a leave-on moisturiser. Paraffinum Liquidum (mineral oil) used at cosmetic grade is highly purified, non-irritating, and non-allergenic. It is extensively tested and considered safe by all major regulatory bodies. Dimethicone is an inert silicone with very low sensitisation potential. Phenoxyethanol is the sole identified preservative and is within EU and India regulatory limits. No parabens, no synthetic fragrance, no artificial colour are confirmed from the available INCI. Potassium Hydroxide is used at trace amounts as a pH adjuster for formula stability and poses no safety concern at cosmetic concentrations. Note: the complete ingredient list for this product has not been fully confirmed from available public sources, so this assessment is based on the partial INCI available.
Paraffinum Liquidum is the third ingredient, making it the dominant occlusive in this formula. Mineral oil creates an effective moisture-sealing barrier but is non-breathable, which means it can trap sebum and heat beneath the skin surface in oily or acne-prone skin. Glycerin as the primary humectant is strongly evidence-based for long-term barrier improvement. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is a naturally derived, non-PEG emulsifier, which is a clean formulation choice. Dimethicone provides silky skin feel without the heavy occlusion of mineral oil. The soothing actives (Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol) and Lactic Acid all appear after the preservative in the ingredient list, placing them in a likely low-concentration zone where their therapeutic contribution will be limited, though exact amounts are not publicly disclosed.
No fragrance and no artificial colour are verified from the ingredient list. Paraben-free is verified. PETA cruelty-free is independently certified. 'Dermatologically tested' is stated without a published citation, lab name, or method. The '12-hour hydration' efficacy claim is not substantiated by any published clinical study for this specific formula. Note: the complete ingredient list has not been fully confirmed from all available public sources, so consumers should check the product packaging directly for the full ingredient declaration.
“No artificial perfume” The available INCI confirms no Parfum, Fragrance, or scent-use essential oils are present.
“No artificial colour” No synthetic colourant ingredients are present in the available INCI.
“12-hour hydration” No published clinical study, test report, or consumer study for this specific formula has been made publicly visible.
The INCI is partially available on the brand website. The 'dermatologically tested' claim is mentioned on packaging but no report, laboratory, method, or outcome data is publicly accessible. No hydration test report supporting the '12-hour hydration' claim has been published. No preservative efficacy test result is publicly available. The partial INCI availability is a note for transparency. Grade C reflects test claims without supporting documentation.
Use instructions and suitability information for sensitive skin are provided. Frequency guidance for daily use is clear. No explicit warning is given about potential heaviness for oily or combination skin users in humid Indian climates, where mineral oil as the dominant occlusive may not be the most comfortable daily choice.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
Glycerin |
Paraffinum Liquidum |
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate |
Dimethicone |
Cetyl Palmitate |
Cetyl Alcohol |
Panthenol |
Phenoxyethanol |
Caprylyl Glycol |
Carbomer |
Potassium Hydroxide |
Tocopheryl Acetate |
Bisabolol |
Lactic Acid |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious carcinogenicity flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
Not triggered
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
The available INCI confirms no Parfum, Fragrance, or scent-use essential oils are present.
Evidence visible
No synthetic colourant ingredients are present in the available INCI.
Evidence visible
No published clinical study, test report, or consumer study for this specific formula has been made publicly visible.
Mentioned only
The claim appears on packaging but no report, laboratory name, method, or outcome data is publicly accessible.
Mentioned only
The fragrance-free, paraben-free profile supports sensitive skin positioning, though no hypoallergenic or HRIPT data has been published, and the INCI is only partially confirmed.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This assessment is based only on publicly available INCI, claims, and test evidence. It is not a full Clean Sheet certification. Full certification requires confidential formula review, exact concentrations, supplier documentation, manufacturing records, packaging compatibility, preservative efficacy, stability, and complete claim validation.
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