Erborian BB Cream

Erborian BB Cream

SPF 25Efficacy58/100IrritancyHighยท4 UV filters
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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Sun protection
SPF 25 ยท 4 UV filters ยท Broad spectrum
Weak protectionSPF under 30
SPF 25Broad spectrumMineral + chemical filtersTintedNano filters

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.

UV spectrum
UVB290โ€“320 nmUVA II320โ€“340 nmUVA I340โ€“400 nm
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Octisalate
Titanium Dioxide
Zinc Oxide
FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount
Butyloctyl SalicylateUVBA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own~1.5โ€“2.3%
OctisalateEthylhexyl SalicylateUVBOctisalate. 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~0.35โ€“0.8%
Titanium Dioxide Mineral UVBUVA2 Photo-stable 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~2.3โ€“3.4%
Zinc Oxide Mineral UVBUVA Photo-stable A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant~1.8โ€“2.7%
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Reef-safe
No oxybenzone or octinoxate โ€” the two filters banned in Hawaii, Florida Keys and Aruba.
Moisturizing
Peg-10 dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 13 more
Good evidence
What the product description says
โ€œEnriched with a blend of traditional Asian herbs, the cream offers intense hydration, moisturising and plumping the skin to visibly improve its appearance.โ€
Source: Lookfantastic

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

The first type is called โ€œhumectantsโ€:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they โ€œpull inโ€ the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: betaine, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called โ€œocclusivesโ€. 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.

Peg-10 dimethiconeKey activeยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss~0.15โ€“0.7%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey activeยท 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~0.2โ€“0.7%
GlycerinKey activeยท 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~0.15โ€“0.65%
BetaineKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.15โ€“0.55%
DimethiconeKey activeยท 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~0.2โ€“0.7%
Butylene glycolยท 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~0.15โ€“0.6%
Caprylyl glycolยท Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.15โ€“0.6%
Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin~0.15โ€“0.6%
Glyceryl caprylateยท EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.15โ€“0.7%
Hexyl laurateยท EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency~0.15โ€“0.65%
Isononyl isononanoateยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness~0.15โ€“0.6%
Palmitic acidยท EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.15โ€“0.65%
Pentylene glycolยท EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.15โ€“0.7%
Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.3โ€“0.7%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.15โ€“0.55%
Evens skin tone
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract
Limited evidence
What the product description says
โ€œAlso formulated with Ginger, this cream invigorates and revitalises skin, while Licorice Extract targets pigmentation marks and combats dark spots.โ€
Source: Lookfantastic

This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals~0.15โ€“0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
7 strong irritants: Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal + 5 more โ€” patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 17 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.2โ€“0.75%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15โ€“0.5%est.
Hexyl cinnamalA fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritantHigh~0.15โ€“0.5%est.
Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.1โ€“0.45%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15โ€“0.5%est.
CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15โ€“0.5%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15โ€“0.5%est.
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.1โ€“0.5%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~4.1โ€“6.1%est.
Butyloctyl salicylateA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its ownMedium~1.5โ€“2.3%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.35โ€“0.85%est.
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~0.15โ€“0.6%est.
Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationMedium~0.15โ€“0.6%est.
Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.15โ€“0.6%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.15โ€“0.6%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.15โ€“0.55%est.
Hexyl laurateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistencyMedium~0.15โ€“0.65%est.
Comedogenic
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Ingredients

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Water~40โ€“60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~4.7โ€“7.1%
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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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~4.1โ€“6.1%
Key activeIrritant ยท 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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Isononyl isononanoate~3โ€“4.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

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Glycerin~2.2โ€“3.3%
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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Titanium dioxide~2.3โ€“3.4%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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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Butyloctyl salicylate~1.5โ€“2.3%
UV filterKey activeIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Sun protection

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

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Zinc oxide~1.8โ€“2.7%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant

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Titanium dioxide~1.4โ€“2%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

More about Titanium dioxide
Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.8โ€“1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin

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Disiloxane~0.5โ€“1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~0.4โ€“0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.4โ€“0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Magnesium sulfate~0.4โ€“0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Betaine~0.3โ€“0.7%
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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Pentylene glycol~0.35โ€“0.85%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Butylene glycol~0.3โ€“0.7%
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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Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone~0.2โ€“0.75%
Formula
Panax ginseng root extract~0.2โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneAnti-oxidationReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract
Dioscorea villosa root extract~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Kigelia africana fruit extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Equisetum giganteum extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products

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Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

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Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Polymethyl methacrylate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Stearic acid~0.2โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Alumina~0.3โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products

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Palmitic acid~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

More about Caprylyl glycol
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

More about Glyceryl caprylate
Aluminum hydroxide~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)

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Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Tocopherol~0.15โ€“0.55%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15โ€“0.55%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1โ€“0.45%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Linalool~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Water~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~0.15โ€“0.7%
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

More about Dimethicone
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15โ€“0.7%
Key activeIrritant ยท 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

More about Caprylic/capric triglyceride
Isononyl isononanoate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

More about Isononyl isononanoate
Glycerin~0.15โ€“0.65%
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

More about Glycerin
Butyloctyl salicylate~0.15โ€“0.55%
UV filterKey activeIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Sun protection

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

More about Butyloctyl salicylate
Zinc oxide~0.35โ€“0.75%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant

More about Zinc oxide
Titanium dioxide~0.2โ€“0.75%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

More about Titanium dioxide
Titanium dioxide~0.2โ€“0.75%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

More about Titanium dioxide
Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin

More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone
Disiloxane~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Disiloxane
Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency

More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products

More about Synthetic fluorphlogopite
Disteardimonium hectorite~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Magnesium sulfate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Betaine~0.15โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

More about Betaine
Pentylene glycol~0.15โ€“0.65%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

More about Pentylene glycol
Butylene glycol~0.15โ€“0.55%
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

More about Butylene glycol
Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Panax ginseng root extract~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

More about Panax ginseng root extract
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin toneReduces rednessAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract
Dioscorea villosa root extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Kigelia africana fruit extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Equisetum giganteum extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

More about Polyhydroxystearic acid
Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate
Polymethyl methacrylate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Stearic acid~0.2โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Alumina~0.3โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products

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Palmitic acid~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Glyceryl caprylate~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Aluminum hydroxide~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)

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Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Tocopherol~0.15โ€“0.55%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15โ€“0.55%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1โ€“0.45%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Linalool~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Iron oxides~0.1โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Water~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~0.2โ€“0.7%
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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Iron oxides~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2โ€“0.7%
Key activeIrritant ยท 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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Glycerin~0.15โ€“0.65%
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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Ethylhexyl salicylate~0.35โ€“0.8%
UV filter
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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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Butyloctyl salicylate~0.15โ€“0.55%
UV filterKey activeIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Sun protection

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

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Titanium dioxide~0.2โ€“0.8%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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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Iron oxides~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Hexyl laurate~0.15โ€“0.65%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency

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Disiloxane~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Zinc oxide~0.35โ€“0.8%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant

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Iron oxides~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Peg-10 dimethicone~0.15โ€“0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Betaine~0.15โ€“0.55%
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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Butylene glycol~0.15โ€“0.6%
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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Pentylene glycol~0.15โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Magnesium sulfate~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Titanium dioxide~0.2โ€“0.8%
UV filterKey active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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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Panax ginseng root extract~0.15โ€“0.65%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Kigelia africana fruit extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Dioscorea villosa root extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Equisetum giganteum extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.15โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products

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Stearic acid~0.3โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Alumina~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products

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Glyceryl caprylate~0.15โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Palmitic acid~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Aluminum hydroxide~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)

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Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Tin oxide~0.2โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation

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Alcohol~0.1โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1โ€“0.45%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.1โ€“0.35%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.1โ€“0.3%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1โ€“0.35%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Linalool~0.1โ€“0.3%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.05โ€“0.2%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.05โ€“0.2%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isononyl isononanoate, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, Butyloctyl salicylate, Zinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Disiloxane, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone, Panax ginseng root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Dioscorea villosa root extract, Kigelia africana fruit extract, Equisetum giganteum extract, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Polymethyl methacrylate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Stearic acid, Alumina, Palmitic acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Aluminum hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Water, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isononyl isononanoate, Glycerin, Butyloctyl salicylate, Zinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Titanium dioxide, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Disiloxane, Iron oxides, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone, Panax ginseng root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Dioscorea villosa root extract, Kigelia africana fruit extract, Equisetum giganteum extract, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Polymethyl methacrylate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Stearic acid, Alumina, Palmitic acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Aluminum hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Water, Dimethicone, Iron oxides, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Butyloctyl salicylate, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Hexyl laurate, Disiloxane, Zinc oxide, Iron oxides, Peg-10 dimethicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Betaine, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Magnesium sulfate, Titanium dioxide, Panax ginseng root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Kigelia africana fruit extract, Dioscorea villosa root extract, Equisetum giganteum extract, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Stearic acid, Alumina, Glyceryl caprylate, Palmitic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Aluminum hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tin oxide, Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol

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