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water
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Plain old water
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2
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cyclopentasiloxane
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A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absord oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
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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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4
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octocrylene
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A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
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5
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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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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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7
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cetearyl alcohol
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A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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8
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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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9
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cetearyl glucoside
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Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
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10
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potassium cetyl phosphate
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Helps oil and water mix together
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11
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polyglyceryl-4 isostearate
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Helps water and oil mix together
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12
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dimethicone crosspolymer
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Used to create a thicker product texture
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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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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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cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone
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A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
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cetyl dimethicone
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A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture
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polysorbate 60
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Helps oil and water mix together
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18
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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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hexyl laurate
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
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20
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colloidal oatmeal
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Helps to restore skin barrier function, soften the upper layer of the skin and calm down inflammation
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21
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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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22
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sodium dehydroacetate
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A preservative
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23
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sodium hyaluronate
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One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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24
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camellia sinensis (white tea) leaf extract
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Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds and help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties
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25
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carbomer
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Helps create a gel-like product texture. Can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
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26
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tribehenin
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Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
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27
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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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28
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tetrasodium edta
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Helps to stabilize the product formulation
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29
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aminomethyl propanol
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Used to adjust the pH in formulations
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30
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citrus nobilis (mandarin orange) peel oil
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A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
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31
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allantoin
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Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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sodium ascorbate
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glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract
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A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
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chrysanthemum parthenium (feverfew) extract
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Could have anti-inflammatory effect on skin, but can be irritating as well. Can be added to products for its smell
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titanium dioxide (ci 77891
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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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), iron oxides (ci 77492, ci 77499,
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The ingredient is not recognized
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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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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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Maria from WIMJ 
