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1
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aqua / water
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Plain old water
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2
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ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
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Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
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3
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butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
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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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4
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homosalate
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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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5
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ethylhexyl salicylate
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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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6
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prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
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An emollient that softens the skin
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7
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prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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8
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aloe barbadensis leaf juice
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Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
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9
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diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
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Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
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10
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octyldodecanol
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An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
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11
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bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
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Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.
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12
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dicaprylyl ether
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
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13
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butyrospermum parkii butter / butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter
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A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
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14
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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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15
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potassium cetyl phosphate
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Helps oil and water mix together
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16
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caprylyl glycol
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Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
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17
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benzyl alcohol
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A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
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18
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polyamide-3
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19
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sodium acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer
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20
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hydrogenated polydecene
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Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
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21
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xanthan gum
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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22
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hydroxypropyl guar
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Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
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23
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disodium edta
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Stabilizes the product formulation
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24
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caprylhydroxamic acid
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A preservative
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25
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lauryl glucoside
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Helps oil and water mix together
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26
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sodium hydroxide
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Used to adjust the product's pH
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27
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potassium sorbate
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A preservative
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28
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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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29
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sodium benzoate
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A preservative
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