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aloe barbadensis 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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chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
| Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating |
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potassium cocoate
| Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent |
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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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ethanol
| 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 |
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, brachychiton acerifolius flower extract,
| The ingredient is not recognized |
7 |
melaleuca alternifolia flower extract
| An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties |
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camellia sinensis seed oil
| A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect |
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helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
| 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 |
10 |
, prunus armeniaca (apricot) shell granules,
| The ingredient is not recognized |
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xanthan gum
| Used to create a thicker product consistency |
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charcoal powder
| Benefits for the skin are not clear |
13 |
rosa rubiginosa seed oil
| Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss |
14 |
olea europaea (olive) fruit oil
| An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation |
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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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argania spinosa (argan) kernel oil
| An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties |
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lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil
| An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties |
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cymbopogon flexuosus leaf oil
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melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil
| An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties |