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Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream

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Sol de Janeiro

Brazilian Touch Hand Cream

hand cream · 50 ml · Body

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 34-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and squalane. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin) and silicones (Phenyl Trimethicone).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

£16.00at Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 05:32 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Brazilian Touch Hand Cream

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

34 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua (Water, Eau)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  3. 3Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
  4. 4Dodecane
  5. 5Phenyl TrimethiconePhenyl Trimethicone is a silicone that gives slip, shine and a smooth feel. It helps…Silicones
  6. 6Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  7. 7Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  8. 8Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  9. 9Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuaçu) Seed Butter
  10. 10Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  11. 11Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil Nut) Seed Oil
  12. 12Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
  13. 13Euterpe Oleracea (Açaí) Fruit Oil
  14. 14SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  15. 15GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  16. 16Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil
  17. 17Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
  18. 18Ilex Guayusa Leaf Extract
  19. 19Bixa Orellana (Annatto) Seed Extract
  20. 20Glyceryl CaprylateGlyceryl Caprylate is a mild ester of glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in…
  21. 21TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  22. 22EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  23. 23Glyceryl Stearate CitrateA mild emulsifier made by combining glycerin, stearic acid and citric acid. It helps…
  24. 24Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
  25. 25PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  26. 26Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  27. 27Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  28. 28Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA mild emulsifier and cleansing agent made from a fatty acid and an amino acid. It…
  29. 29Sodium PhytateA plant-derived salt that acts as a chelating agent, grabbing onto metal ions like…
  30. 30Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  31. 31Benzyl SalicylateA fragrance ingredient, made from benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid, that gives…Labelled fragrance allergens
  32. 32CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  33. 33LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  34. 34HydroxycitronellalA lab-made fragrance ingredient whose main job is giving products a fresh, floral…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Sol de Janeiro product page, soldejaneiro.com/products/brazilian-touch-hand-cream, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#8)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Salicylate (#31), Coumarin (#32), Limonene (#33), Hydroxycitronellal (#34)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsPhenyl Trimethicone (#5)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream fragrance-free?

No. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 8 of 34).

Does Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Phenyl Trimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Touch Hand Cream pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Squalane and Vitamin E.

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