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EMERALD Universal BalmAn occlusive / balm built around Mineral sunscreen and Panthenol, for barrier repair and hydration.
An occlusive / balm built around Centella asiatica, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
INR 359.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 32.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Benefits
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Petrolatum
Barrier Repair11
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax, Panthenol, Petrolatum, Zinc Oxide
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Petrolatum
Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid
May Trigger Acne4
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Trihydroxystearin
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin6
May increase shine or excess oil.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (in both products)
Emollient
0 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (in both products)
Emollient
0 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
0-2 / 0
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive, Solvent
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil →Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic Acid →
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