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vitis vinifera
| A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation |
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pyrus malus fruit
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juice, punica granatum (pomegranate juice)*,
| The ingredient is not recognized |
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aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice
| Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin |
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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 |
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cetearyl alcohol
| A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture |
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ethylhexyl palmitate
| An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture |
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sesamum indicum (sesame) seed oil
| A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function |
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simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil
| 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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persea gratissima (avocado) oil
| An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function |
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cetearyl glucoside
| Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture |
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gluconolactone
| A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting inimporved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals |
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sodium benzoate
| A preservative |
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xanthan gum
| Used to create a thicker product consistency |
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tetrasodium glutamate diacetate
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hydroxypropyl starch phosphate
| Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations |
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cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract
| Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect |
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algae extract
| 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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calendula officinalis flower extract
| A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating |
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chamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract
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tilia cordata flower extract
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panthenol
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function |
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ascorbyl palmitate
| Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid. |
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sodium hyaluronate
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin |
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sodium pca
| Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer |
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caprylyl glycol
| Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture |
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caprylhydroxamic acid
| A preservative |
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sodium hydroxide
| Used to adjust the product's pH |
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citrus aurantifolia oil
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citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil
| An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating |
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cinnamomum camphora leaf oil
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linalool
| A fragrance. Can be irritating |
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citronellol
| A fragrance. Can be irritating |
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limonene
| A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat |
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. * certified ingredient.
| The ingredient is not recognized |