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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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prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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3
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carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil
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An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
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4
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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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5
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coco-caprylate/caprate
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Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
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6
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polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate
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Helps oil and water mix together
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7
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sorbitan sesquioleate
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Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
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8
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cetyl ricinoleate
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An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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9
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persea gratissima (avocado) oil
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An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
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10
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beeswax
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Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
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cera alba
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Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
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12
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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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magnesium sulfate
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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14
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ribose
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15
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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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glyceryl caprate
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magnesium stearate
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euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and thickens the product's texture
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19
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vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil
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A great emollient that can have some anti-oxidant properties
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tocopherol
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Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
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21
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citric acid
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Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
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22
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dehydroacetic acid
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A preservative
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aluminum tristearate
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24
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rosa canina fruit oil
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A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
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25
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syzygium luehmannii fruit extract
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26
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acronychia acidula fruit extract
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27
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davidsonia pruriens fruit extract
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28
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citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil
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An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
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citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil
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A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
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30
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boswellia carterii oil
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cananga odorata flower oil
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An essential oil. Can be irritating
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cedrus atlantica bark oil
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citrus aurantifolia (lime) oil
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pelargonium graveolens flower oil
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An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
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