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titanium dioxide 4.5%
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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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2
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. ingredients:
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The ingredient is not recognized
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3
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aqua/water/eau
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Plain old water
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4
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algae extract
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Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
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5
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sambucus nigra (elder flower) extract
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A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
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6
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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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7
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jojoba esters
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An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
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8
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octyldodecyl neopentanoate
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An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen
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9
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glyceryl stearate
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An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
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10
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helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
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A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
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11
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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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12
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raphanus sativus (radish) root extract
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13
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boron nitride
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Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
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14
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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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15
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simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil
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Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
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16
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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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17
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citrus grandis (grapefruit) seed extract
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18
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lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil
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An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
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19
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punica granatum (pomegranate) extract
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A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
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20
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glyceryl polymethacrylate
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Used to create a nice product texture
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21
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. [+/- (may contain)
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The ingredient is not recognized
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22
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iron oxides
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A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
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23
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(ci 77489, ci 77491,
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The ingredient is not recognized
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24
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ci 77492
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A colorant. Usually well-tolerated
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25
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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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26
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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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27
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ultramarines
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28
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ci 77007
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29
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chromium oxide greens
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30
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ci 77288
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