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1
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ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate / octinoxate
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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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2
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ethylhexyl salicylate/octisalate
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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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3
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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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4
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zinc oxide
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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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5
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aqua/water
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Plain old water
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6
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cyclomethicone
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A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
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7
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ci 77492
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A colorant. Usually well-tolerated
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8
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/iron oxides -
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The ingredient is not recognized
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9
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dipropylene glycol
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Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
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10
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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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11
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peg-10 dimethicone
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A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
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12
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methyl trimethicone
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A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
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13
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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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14
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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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15
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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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16
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ci 77491
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A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
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17
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/iron oxides,
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The ingredient is not recognized
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18
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magnesium sulfate
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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19
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vinyl dimethicone /methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer
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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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20
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disteardimonium hectorite
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A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
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21
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polyester-1
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22
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silica dimethyl silylate
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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23
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centella asiatica extract
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A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
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24
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talc
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Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish
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25
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dimethicone/ vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
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Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
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26
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aluminum hydroxide
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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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27
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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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28
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trihydroxystearin
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29
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butylene glycol
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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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30
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methicone
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A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
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31
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palmitic acid
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An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
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32
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stearic acid
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Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
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33
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tocopheryl acetate
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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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34
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ethylhexylglycerin
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A preservative
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35
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ci 77499
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An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated
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36
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/iron oxides -
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The ingredient is not recognized
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37
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parfum/fragrance
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An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients
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38
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hexyl cinnamal
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A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant
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39
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alpha-isomethyl ionone
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A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
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40
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linalool
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A fragrance. Can be irritating
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41
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citronellol
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A fragrance. Can be irritating
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42
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geraniol
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A fragrance. Can be irritating
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43
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eugenol
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A fragrance. Is a likely irritant
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44
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limonene
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A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
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