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belif Aqua Bomb Calming & Soothing Frozen Gel Cream

Name: belif - Aqua Bomb Calming & Soothing Frozen Gel Cream
Brand: belif

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

19 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“PRO Frozen Capsules impart a cooling sensation and boost hydration by 3x* (*Based off clinical test)”

Source: Ulta

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: betaine, erythritol.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: copper tripeptide-1, panthenol

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.1–0.35%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.1–0.3%

Stearyl dimethiconeKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.3%

TriethylhexanoinKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.15%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.05–0.15%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.9–2.8%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~3.4–5.2%

Copper tripeptide-1HeroEffect: HighA naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.~0.05–0.1%

ErythritolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.15%

GlycineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function~0.05–0.1%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~1.2–1.7%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.15%

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.05–0.25%

Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractKey activeEffect: MediumA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking~0.05–0.25%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~4.7–7.1%

Behenyl alcohol· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient~1.6–2.4%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.05–0.2%

Glyceryl polymethacrylate· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture~0.05–0.25%

NiacinamideUnder-dosedEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~0.05–0.2%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains copper tripeptide-1. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Copper tripeptide-1Key activeEffect: MediumA naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.~0.05–0.1%

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.05–0.15%

Malachite extractEffect: LowA mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing~0.1–0.3%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 7 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains antioxidants (saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey activeEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.05–0.25%

CaffeineEffect: LowMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes~0.05–0.2%

Pelargonium graveolens flower oilEffect: LowAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation~0.1–0.3%

Rosa canina fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking~0.4–0.95%

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin~0.1–0.3%

Tocopheryl acetateEffect: Low, below effective doseA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.~0.05–0.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

15 strong irritants: Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Mentha rotundifolia leaf extract + 13 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 22 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~1–1.5%est.

Mentha rotundifolia leaf extractUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.55–1.25%est.

Melissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem water—High~0.2–0.8%est.

Thymus vulgaris leaf extractPlant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Citrus aurantium amara flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

Rosa gallica flower extract—High~0.1–0.3%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

Citrus aurantifolia oil—High~0.1–0.35%est.

Pelargonium graveolens flower oilAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidationHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.3%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~3.4–5.2%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~1.8–2.8%est.

Rosa canina fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lackingMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesMedium~0.05–0.2%est.

TriethylhexanoinHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.05–0.15%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.05–0.3%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~4.7–7.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.4–5.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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1,2-hexanediol~1.8–2.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Betaine~1.9–2.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Behenyl alcohol~1.6–2.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient

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Panthenol~1.2–1.7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract~1–1.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Mentha rotundifolia leaf extract~0.55–1.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Rosa canina fruit extract~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking

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Melissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem water~0.2–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Thymus vulgaris leaf extract~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf water~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Peat extract~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Populus nigra bark/bud/leaf/twig extract~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Rosa gallica flower extract~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Tuber magnatum extract~0.05–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Xylitol~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Erythritol~0.05–0.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Caffeine~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

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Copper tripeptide-1~0.05–0.1%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.

More about Copper tripeptide-1

Glycine~0.05–0.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function

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Beta-glucan~0.05–0.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-agingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Niacinamide~0.05–0.2%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-agingReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

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Glyceryl polymethacrylate~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture

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Triethylhexanoin~0.05–0.15%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Carbomer~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Dimethicone~0.1–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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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Disiloxane~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tromethamine~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Glycerin~0.1–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Propylene glycol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Stearyl dimethicone~0.05–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.05–0.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking

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C30-45 alkyl dimethicone~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

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Saccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate~0.05–0.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers

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Trisodium edta~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Malachite extract~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-aging

A mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing

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Methyl diisopropyl propionamide~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Limonene~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Citronellol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Linalool~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Behenyl alcohol, Panthenol, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Mentha rotundifolia leaf extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Melissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem water, Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf water, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Peat extract, Populus nigra bark/bud/leaf/twig extract, Rosa gallica flower extract, Tuber magnatum extract, Xylitol, Erythritol, Sodium hyaluronate, Caffeine, Copper tripeptide-1, Glycine, Beta-glucan, Niacinamide, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Triethylhexanoin, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Disiloxane, Tromethamine, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Stearyl dimethicone, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, C30-45 alkyl dimethicone, Tocopheryl acetate, Saccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, Trisodium edta, Malachite extract, Methyl diisopropyl propionamide, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, Linalool

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