Hyaluronic + Cica Body Cream
Lower concern; typical cosmetic cream without PFAS-prone applications.
Medix 5.5 body cream is a standard cosmetic formulation without waterproofing, stain resistance, or nonstick coatings that commonly contain PFAS. No public PFAS disclosure from the brand.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based cream with hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica extract
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Hyaluronic + Cica Body Cream is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a water-based emulsion cream containing hyaluronic acid (humectant that draws moisture into skin) and centella asiatica extract (anti-inflammatory plant derivative). Both are common, non-toxic cosmetic actives with decades of use history. Water-based formulations do not require fluorinated surfactants or water-repellent chemistry, which eliminates a primary source of PFAS in personal care products.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Water-based creams require preservative systems to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. Medix does not disclose its preservative package; formaldehyde-releasing agents (imidazolidinyl urea, dmdm hydantoin) remain common in conventional brands. No recall or contamination report exists for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens
Product listing does not specify fragrance type or concentration. If fragrance is present, undisclosed fragrance constituents (limonene, linalool, geraniol) can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitized individuals. Fragrance allergen rates vary widely by individual and formulation.
1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct)
Water-based cream formulations may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct of ethoxylation chemistry in emulsifiers or surfactants. Medix does not disclose use of vacuum-stripping or other dioxane removal steps. Levels in finished cosmetics are typically very low; no contamination report exists for this product.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
No pigments, mica, or mineral UV filters are stated in this formulation. Hyaluronic acid and centella extract are not associated with metal accumulation. No heavy metal contamination reports exist for this brand or product line.
Source, FDA ↗Talc contamination
This is a liquid-to-cream emulsion with no talc-prone powder phase. Talc hazard does not apply to this product type.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Medix 5.5 does not publish detailed ingredient or sourcing transparency on its website or public materials. No product recalls, safety warnings, or documented contamination events are on record for this line. The brand maintains a neutral stance on PFAS disclosure, meaning no public commitment either way; this is typical for mid-market cosmetic brands that do not market PFAS-free positioning.
How it compares in its category
Body creams in this price and positioning tier typically use similar water-glycerin bases with plant extracts. Medix 5.5 is not a premium clean-beauty brand with third-party certifications, nor a budget mass-market brand with known supply-chain issues. It sits in the conventional middle range where formulation standards are adequate but transparency is limited.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the hyaluronic acid and extract potency. Do not expose to heat or freeze. Water-based creams have a shelf life of 12-24 months once opened; discard if you notice odor change, separation, or mold. Patch test on a small area first if you have sensitive skin, as botanical extracts can trigger contact dermatitis in a small percentage of users.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Medix 5.5 has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Hyaluronic + Cica Body Cream?
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