Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer by Laneige
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Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer

General Moisturizers

75/100
Low risk

Pregnancy-focused rating

Some ingredients carry a low-risk flag. Read the formulation context before deciding.

37 of 38 ingredients rated1 not assessed

Is it suitable during pregnancy?

MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer as Low risk (75/100). Review the ingredient context and any manual-review explanation before deciding.

Why this rating?

The recorded formula includes 3 ingredient entries with risk flags: Methyl Trimethicone (Low risk), Stearyl Dimethicone (Low risk), Parfum (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.

37 of 38 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 1 entry does not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.

How we assess products

Ingredient breakdown

The recorded formula, with evidence behind each rating. Unmatched ingredients are marked Not assessed in grey.

Ingredient ratings and evidence

Higher-risk flags first. Open an ingredient for evidence.

Parfum

Low risk

Umbrella term for an undisclosed fragrance blend. It’s not usually a pregnancy-specific concern at normal cosmetic use levels, but the exact components and concentrations aren’t fully disclosed on the label, so we score it more conservatively. If you prefer maximum transparency (or you’re sensitive to fragrance compounds), choose fragrance-free/unscented products.

Sources: SCCS: Fragrance allergens in cosmetic products https://health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updates/sccs-new-opinion-fragrance-allergens-cosmetic-products-2012-07-31_en

Methyl Trimethicone

Low risk

A lightweight volatile linear silicone used as a solvent and texture ingredient. Related linear methicone ingredients have reassuring cosmetic safety assessments, but an exact final Cosmetic Ingredient Review finding for Methyl Trimethicone was not located. MamaSkin classifies it as low risk because exact-ingredient pregnancy and inhalation data are limited, while no specific pregnancy contraindication has been identified for normal topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Methicone and Substituted-Methicone Polymers https://cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-dimethicone-methicone-and-substituted-methicone-polymers-used-cosm; CIR Quick Reference Table December 2025

Stearyl Dimethicone

Low risk

This ingredient is a silicone polymer included in CIR's dimethicone, methicone and substituted-methicone family assessment. CIR concluded the reviewed ingredients safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating to skin and eyes. This is family-level cosmetic evidence, not ingredient-specific human pregnancy evidence for every derivative. MamaSkin therefore retains Low Risk without claiming negligible absorption for this individual ingredient.

Sources: CIR: Amended safety assessment of dimethicone and related methicone polymers https://cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/amended-safety-assessment-dimethicone-methicone-and-substituted-methicone-polymers-2

PPG-5 Caprylyl Ether

Not assessed

No matched ingredient rating is available yet. Not assessed does not mean safe or unsafe.

Water

No known risks

Water (Aqua) is the standard purified water used as a cosmetic solvent. It has no pregnancy-specific risk in normal topical use.

Sources: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Water, https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredient-database/cosing-glossary-ingredients_en

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Glycerin

No known risks

Glycerin is a widely used humectant that supports hydration and the skin barrier, with a long safety record and no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Butylene Glycol

No known risks

Solvent and humectant commonly used in leave-on products. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure levels.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

No known risks

An emulsifier built from polyglycerin, methyl glucose and stearic-acid components, used to stabilise creams and improve texture. Exact pregnancy-specific data are limited. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that related methyl glucose esters and polyglyceryl fatty-acid esters are safe in current cosmetic use when formulated to be non-irritating. No pregnancy-specific topical concern was identified by applying those related-group assessments to ordinary cosmetic exposure.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Methyl Glucose Polyethers and Esters https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-methyl-glucose-polyethers-and-esters-used-cosmetics; CIR: Safety Assessment of Polyglyceryl Fatty Acid Esters https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/PGlyFE092016FR.pdf

Glyceryl Stearate

No known risks

Emulsifier and emollient used to stabilise creams and lotions. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

No known risks

A high-molecular-weight tetraester used as an emollient, binder and texture agent. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that pentaerythrityl tetraesters, including pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, are safe in current practices of use and concentration. Dermal penetration is expected to be low.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=7a10a771-8e74-ec11-8943-0022482f06a6

Ceramide AP

No known risks

Skin-identical barrier lipid used to support barrier function and reduce dryness. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Ceramides as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

1,2-Hexanediol

No known risks

1,2-Hexanediol is commonly used as a solvent and preservative booster; topical exposure is low and it has no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns at cosmetic concentrations, though very sensitive skin may occasionally react.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone

No known risks

The final CIR assessment includes the exact identity in its safe conclusion.

Sources: https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/ROPSIL_122014%20_FAR.pdf

Cetyl Alcohol

No known risks

Fatty alcohol used to improve texture and skin feel. Considered safe for cosmetic use without pregnancy-specific concerns.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

No known risks

A lysate produced from Lactobacillus fermentation and used for skin conditioning. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that Lactobacillus ferment lysate is safe in current practices of use and concentration.

Sources: CIR: Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate final safety assessment, September 2025; December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

No known risks

A fatty ester, triglyceride or lipid emollient. These materials have low expected systemic exposure and no pregnancy-specific hazard was identified for normal topical use.

Sources: CIR assessments of fatty esters, triglycerides and emollients; European Commission CosIng.

Palmitic Acid

No known risks

Fatty acid used as an emollient, cleansing-support and texture ingredient. It is not associated with pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concerns in normal topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Fatty Acids and Fatty Acid Salts as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Stearic Acid

No known risks

Stearic acid is a fatty acid used to stabilise emulsions and improve texture; it is considered low concern in topical cosmetics with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at typical concentrations.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Panthenol

No known risks

Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is used for soothing and barrier support and is generally well tolerated, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

No known risks

Large polymer thickener, stabilizer and texture ingredient used in gels, creams and sunscreens. Systemic exposure from topical cosmetic use is expected to be low, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified in reviewed cosmetic references.

Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for acrylates copolymers; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Propanediol

No known risks

Solvent and humectant used to improve texture and ingredient solubility. Low systemic exposure expected from topical cosmetic use.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

No known risks

Polymer thickener and stabiliser used in creams and sunscreens. Low systemic exposure expected.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Xanthan Gum

No known risks

Natural polysaccharide thickener used for stability and texture. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.

Sources: European cosmetics regulatory framework

Glyceryl Caprylate

No known risks

Emollient, co-emulsifier and preservative-support ingredient used in topical cosmetics. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical use.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Monoglyceryl Monoesters as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Dextrin

No known risks

Starch-derived polysaccharide used as a binder, film former and texture support ingredient. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical use.

Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for polysaccharides/starch-derived ingredients; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Tromethamine

No known risks

pH adjuster and buffer used to stabilise formulations. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Ethylhexylglycerin

No known risks

Preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent. Considered safe for cosmetic use with low systemic exposure when used as intended.

Sources: Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU); Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US)

Disodium EDTA

No known risks

Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent used to improve formula stability and performance; it is considered low concern in topical cosmetic use, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at typical concentrations.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Sorbitan Isostearate

No known risks

Emulsifier used to help oil and water phases remain mixed. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support topical use in cosmetics; the main practical issue is irritation potential in some formulas rather than a pregnancy-specific concern.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Sorbitan Esters as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Allantoin

No known risks

Allantoin is a soothing skin protectant commonly used to help reduce irritation and support comfort, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

No known risks

Humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient in the hyaluronate family. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Ceramide NP

No known risks

Skin-identical barrier lipid used to support the stratum corneum and reduce dryness. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Ceramides as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Beta-Glucan

No known risks

Film-forming polysaccharide used for soothing and hydration support. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Microbial Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Cholesterol

No known risks

Skin-conditioning lipid used in barrier-support formulas, often alongside ceramides and fatty acids. Normal topical cosmetic use has no known pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified in reviewed cosmetic references.

Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for cholesterol and related sterols; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Mannitol

No known risks

This sugar or sugar alcohol is used as a humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient. Cosmetic Ingredient Review assessments support these saccharides in current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified for normal topical exposure.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Monosaccharides Disaccharides and Related Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-monosaccharides-disaccharides-and-related-ingredients-used-cosmeti

Tocopherol

No known risks

Vitamin E antioxidant used to protect oils and support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11

No known risks

Synthetic acetylated peptide used in topical anti-aging and skin-conditioning formulas. Reviewed topical peptide literature describes cosmetic use of acetyl tetrapeptide-11 and does not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical cosmetic use.

Sources: Schagen SK. Topical Peptide Treatments with Effective Anti-Aging Results. Cosmetics. 2017;4(2):16. doi:10.3390/cosmetics4020016; EU CosIng / INCI cosmetic ingredient references.

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract

No known risks

A brown-algae-derived extract used for skin conditioning and hydration. Cosmetic safety reviewers specifically included this ingredient in the small subset of brown algae extracts found safe in current practices of use and concentration. Manufacturers should control naturally occurring iodine, arsenic and heavy-metal impurities.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Brown Algae-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=c6b5b3d7-8c74-ec11-8943-0022482f06a6

Full recorded ingredient list

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PPG-5 Caprylyl Ether, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Methyl Trimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearyl Dimethicone, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Propanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dextrin, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Parfum, Beta-Glucan, Cholesterol, Mannitol, Tocopherol, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract

Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.

Questions about this assessment

Why does Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer have a Low risk rating?

The recorded formula includes 3 ingredient entries with risk flags: Methyl Trimethicone (Low risk), Stearyl Dimethicone (Low risk), Parfum (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail. Incomplete ingredient documentation does not establish safety; see the coverage answer and grey entries below.

Does a barrier-care product name establish pregnancy suitability?

No. This recorded formula contains Panthenol or Madecassoside, but a barrier-care claim does not establish the assessment of all its other ingredients. Read the individual ingredient evidence and any manual-review explanation, and compare the recorded list with your packaging.

Has every ingredient in Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer been assessed?

37 of 38 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 1 entry does not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.

Does this assessment apply to my Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer?

Only if the ingredient list on your packaging matches the recorded formula shown here. Formulas can differ by market and change over time. Compare the full list, not just the product name; report a mismatch if it differs.

Does this pregnancy assessment also establish breastfeeding suitability?

No. This page presents a pregnancy-focused product assessment. Do not infer a breastfeeding conclusion from its score or label; breastfeeding requires a separate assessment of the formula and how it is used.