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Mamaearth's Retinol Night Cream offers a promising combination of actives in a suitable base, but consumers should temper expectations as the brand's anti-aging claims are not backed by publicly visible finished product clinical studies.
₹599 • Analysed 18 July 2026
In India's warm, humid climate a lighter leave-on layer tends to wear more comfortably; how it feels can shift between air-conditioned indoors and humid outdoors. The product's MRP is Rs.699, but it is frequently available at discounted prices across major e-commerce platforms, with Amazon India often offering the lowest price point around Rs.599. Consumers should compare prices before purchase. The marketing stays within India's cosmetic advertising norms (ASCI / CDSCO), with claims that match what the formula can do.
Independent and free. The Clean Sheet takes no money from brands to review, rank, or approve a product. 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.
Retinol and Bakuchiol have general published research supporting their efficacy in reducing signs of aging. However, no finished product clinical study specific to this Mamaearth cream is publicly visible to support this claim.
Retinol is known to stimulate collagen production. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific formulation.
Ingredient-level research suggests Retinol and Bakuchiol can contribute to improved skin elasticity. No finished product evidence for this cream is publicly visible.
Mamaearth products are generally Made Safe certified, indicating they are free from certain harmful chemicals. This is a third-party certification for the brand's formulation philosophy.
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, which implies finished product testing for skin compatibility. However, no specific study details (sample size, method, results) are publicly visible.
While dermatologically tested, active ingredients like Retinol can cause sensitivity in some individuals, especially those with sensitive skin. A general 'all skin types' claim for an active product needs robust mildness testing across diverse populations.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as parabens. This claim is supported by the absence of parabens in the INCI.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as silicones. This claim is supported by the absence of silicones in the INCI.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (10 of 22 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Contains a retinoid (retinol) - generally advised against during pregnancy. Not a general-safety issue.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
Glycerin |
Butylene Glycol |
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate |
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate (Atbs) Copolymer |
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil |
Octyldodecanol |
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate |
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate |
Glyceryl Stearate |
Retinol |
Polysorbate 20 |
Cyclodextrin |
Bakuchiol |
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Phenoxyethanol |
Behenyl Alcohol |
Pentaerythrityl Distearate |
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate |
Ifra Certified Allergen Free Fragrance |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Retinol and Bakuchiol have general published research supporting their efficacy in reducing signs of aging. However, no finished product clinical study specific to this Mamaearth cream is publicly visible to support this claim.
Mentioned only
Retinol is known to stimulate collagen production. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific formulation.
Mentioned only
Ingredient-level research suggests Retinol and Bakuchiol can contribute to improved skin elasticity. No finished product evidence for this cream is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Mamaearth products are generally Made Safe certified, indicating they are free from certain harmful chemicals. This is a third-party certification for the brand's formulation philosophy.
Evidence visible
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, which implies finished product testing for skin compatibility. However, no specific study details (sample size, method, results) are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
While dermatologically tested, active ingredients like Retinol can cause sensitivity in some individuals, especially those with sensitive skin. A general 'all skin types' claim for an active product needs robust mildness testing across diverse populations.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as parabens. This claim is supported by the absence of parabens in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as silicones. This claim is supported by the absence of silicones in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain mineral oil. This claim is supported by the absence of mineral oil in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain drying or denatured alcohols. This claim is supported by the absence of such alcohols in the INCI.
Missing
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Contains a retinoid (retinol) - generally advised against during pregnancy. Not a general-safety issue.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
Mamaearth products are generally Made Safe certified, indicating they are free from certain harmful chemicals. This is a third-party certification for the brand's formulation philosophy.
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, which implies finished product testing for skin compatibility. However, no specific study details (sample size, method, results) are publicly visible.
While dermatologically tested, active ingredients like Retinol can cause sensitivity in some individuals, especially those with sensitive skin. A general 'all skin types' claim for an active product needs robust mildness testing across diverse populations.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as parabens. This claim is supported by the absence of parabens in the INCI.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as silicones. This claim is supported by the absence of silicones in the INCI.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Retinol and Bakuchiol have general published research supporting their efficacy in reducing signs of aging. However, no finished product clinical study specific to this Mamaearth cream is publicly visible to support this claim.
Mentioned only
Retinol is known to stimulate collagen production. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific formulation.
Mentioned only
Ingredient-level research suggests Retinol and Bakuchiol can contribute to improved skin elasticity. No finished product evidence for this cream is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Mamaearth products are generally Made Safe certified, indicating they are free from certain harmful chemicals. This is a third-party certification for the brand's formulation philosophy.
Evidence visible
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, which implies finished product testing for skin compatibility. However, no specific study details (sample size, method, results) are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
While dermatologically tested, active ingredients like Retinol can cause sensitivity in some individuals, especially those with sensitive skin. A general 'all skin types' claim for an active product needs robust mildness testing across diverse populations.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as parabens. This claim is supported by the absence of parabens in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any ingredients commonly identified as silicones. This claim is supported by the absence of silicones in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain mineral oil. This claim is supported by the absence of mineral oil in the INCI.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain drying or denatured alcohols. This claim is supported by the absence of such alcohols in the INCI.
Missing
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
