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water/aqua/eau
| Plain old water |
2 |
glycolic acid
| An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid |
3 |
sodium citrate
| Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products |
4 |
glycerin
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant |
5 |
propanediol
| Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin |
6 |
lactic acid
| An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiom) |
7 |
alcohol denat.
| Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products |
8 |
sodium acrylate/sodium, acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer
| Used to create a thicker product consistency |
9 |
isohexadecane
| Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent |
10 |
xanthan gum
| Used to create a thicker product consistency |
11 |
chlorphenesin
| A preservative |
12 |
polysorbate 80
| Helps water and oil mix together |
13 |
alcohol
| 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 |
14 |
peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil
| Helps oil and water mix together |
15 |
salicylic acid
| Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid) |
16 |
sorbitan oleate
| Helps oil and water mix together |
17 |
phenoxyethanol
| A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products |
18 |
hydroxyethylcellulose
| Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures |
19 |
sodium hyaluronate
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin |
20 |
disodium edta
| Stabilizes the product formulation |
21 |
citrus aurantifolia oil
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22 |
citrus limon fruit oil
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23 |
citrus aurantium dulcis oil
| Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity |
24 |
ethylhexylglycerin
| A preservative |
25 |
citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil
| A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity |
26 |
citrus grandis peel oil
| A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin |