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1
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avobenzone (3%)
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Avobenzone. A broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it can protect against both UVA rays. Currently, it is the only sunscreen ingredient available in the US (approved by the FDA) with the peak absorbance within the UVA I range. It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps stabilize the product formulation
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2
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homosalate (12%)
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A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
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3
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octisalate (5%)
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Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
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4
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octocrylene (1.7%)
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A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
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5
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oxybenzone (3%)
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Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
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6
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water
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Plain old water
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7
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c12-15 alkyl benzoate
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Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
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8
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dimethicone
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A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
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9
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cetearyl alcohol
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A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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10
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glycine soja (soybean) seed extract
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An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
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11
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diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate
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12
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glycerin
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One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
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13
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ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer
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14
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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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15
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phenyl trimethicone
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A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
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16
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silica
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Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin
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17
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panthenol
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Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
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18
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arachidyl alcohol
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Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
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19
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aluminum starch octenylsuccinate
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Used to thicken the product's consistency
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20
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cetearyl glucoside
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Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
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21
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methylparaben
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A preservative
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22
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steareth-2
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Helps oil and water mix together
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23
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fragrance
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An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients
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24
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polyacrylate-13
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Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
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25
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behenyl alcohol
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Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
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26
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steareth-21
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Helps oil and water mix together
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27
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polymethyl methacrylate
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Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
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28
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disodium edta
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Stabilizes the product formulation
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29
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polyisobutene
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Used to improve the product consistency
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30
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arachidyl glucoside
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Helps oil and water mix together
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31
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pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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Used to increase stability of product formulations
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32
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propylparaben
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A preservative
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33
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ethylparaben
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A preservative
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34
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benzalkonium chloride
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Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Can be irritating
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35
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polysorbate 20
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Helps oil and water mix together
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36
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boron nitride
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Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
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37
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titanium dioxide
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Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
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38
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mica
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Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
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Maria from WIMJ
