Is Nu Skin Nutricentials, day dream protective cream Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe?
High concern Standard: Fungal Acne (Malassezia)
Fails safety standards
2 of 58 flagged (1 high-risk, 1 watchlist) — Score 5.5/10
Cosmetiqly Score 5.5/10
Flagged ingredients & clinical citations (2)
The following ingredients in this formulation conflict with Fungal Acne (Malassezia) standards:
Glyceryl Stearate HIGH Concern
Monoglyceride ester yielding free stearic acid upon lipase exposure, sustaining yeast colonies.
Citation: Mayser P, Grimmig D, Krämer HJ. Different utilization of neutral lipids by Malassezia furfur and Malassezia sympodialis. Med Mycol. 1998;36(6):395-402.
Cetearyl Alcohol MODERATE Concern
Fatty alcohol blend; not a direct lipid nutrient for yeasts, but placed on watchlist due to potential occlusive co-factor effects in severe folliculitis.
Citation: Rubenstein RM, Malerich SA. Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014;7(3):37-41.
Complete INCI formulation (58 ingredients)
Deduplicated| # | Ingredient | Status for Fungal Acne (Malassezia) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aqua | Pass |
| 2 | Homosalate | Pass |
| 3 | Ethylhexyl Salicylate | Pass |
| 4 | Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate | Pass |
| 5 | Buy Methoxydibenzoylmethane | Pass |
| 6 | Butylene Glycol | Pass |
| 7 | Octocrylene | Pass |
| 8 | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Pass |
| 9 | C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate | Pass |
| 10 | Cetyl Dimethicone | Pass |
| 11 | Isodecyl Neopentanoate | Pass |
| 12 | Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | Pass |
| 13 | Triacontanyl PVP | Pass |
| 14 | Propanediol | Pass |
| 15 | Cetearyl Alcohol | Flagged (MODERATE) |
| 16 | Glycerin | Pass |
| 17 | Batyl Alcohol | Pass |
| 18 | Silia | Pass |
| 19 | Helianthus Annuus Extract | Pass |
| 20 | Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract | Pass |
| 21 | Rhodiola Rosea Extract | Pass |
| 22 | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Pass |
| 23 | Oryza Sativa Bran Extract | Pass |
| 24 | Bisabolol | Pass |
| 25 | Mauritia Hexuosa Fruit Oil | Pass |
| 26 | Tocopheryl Acetate | Pass |
| 27 | Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract | Pass |
| 28 | Inonotus Obliquus Extract | Pass |
| 29 | Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract | Pass |
| 30 | Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract | Pass |
| 31 | Bleutherococcus Senticosus Root Extract | Pass |
| 32 | Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract | Pass |
| 33 | Tocopherol | Pass |
| 34 | T-Butyl Alcohol | Pass |
| 35 | Isopropyl Alcohol | Pass |
| 36 | Glyceryl Distearate | Pass |
| 37 | Glyceryl Stearate | Flagged (HIGH) |
| 38 | Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate | Pass |
| 39 | Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer | Pass |
| 40 | Xanthan Gum | Pass |
| 41 | Disodium EDTA | Pass |
| 42 | Caprylhydroxamic Acid | Pass |
| 43 | Citric Acid | Pass |
| 44 | Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Oxide | Pass |
| 45 | Parfum | Pass |
| 46 | Phenoxyethanol | Pass |
| 47 | Chlorphenesin | Pass |
| 48 | Sodium Dehydroacetate | Pass |
| 49 | Sodium Benzoate | Pass |
| 50 | Sodium Salicylate | Pass |
| 51 | Hexyl Cinnamal | Pass |
| 52 | Linalool | Pass |
| 53 | Limonene | Pass |
| 54 | s SK Pokyny: Poh tvár a krk | Pass |
| 55 | Používajte O Pokyny: Nane postupujte zdola naho Isomethyl lonone | Pass |
| 56 | Geraniol | Pass |
| 57 | Citronellol | Pass |
| 58 | EN | Pass |
Evaluated alternative Moisturizer options (10/10 Score)
The following formulations in this category have been individually evaluated and contain zero Fungal Acne (Malassezia) flags:
Other safety checks for Nutricentials, day dream protective cream
Data Provenance & Reviewer Information
- Data Source: Open Beauty Facts · Barcode:
00001785(Verify on Source) - Last Data Verification: 2026-11-13
- Editorial Supervisor: Cosmetiqly Research Team, Editorial Team
- Report an Error: If an ingredient list is inaccurate, submit a correction with product packaging proof (72-hour SLA).
Important Disclaimer: This review is an automated toxicological and dermatological screening for educational purposes. It is not medical or dermatological advice. Chemical safety depends on user skin condition and exact concentration. Always patch-test new products.