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caprylic/capric triglyceride
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A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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2
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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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3
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silica
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Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin
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4
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dimethiconol stearate
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5
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magnesium ascorbyl phosphate
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A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
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6
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cellulose
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Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
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7
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sodium lauroyl glutamate
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Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
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8
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aluminum hydroxide
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Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
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9
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rose flower oil
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10
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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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11
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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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12
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ethylhexylglycerin
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A preservative
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13
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methicone
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A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
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14
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glyceryl caprylate
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An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
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15
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. may contain+/-:
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The ingredient is not recognized
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16
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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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17
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(ci 77492:ci 77491:
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The ingredient is not recognized
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18
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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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19
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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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20
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(ci 77019).
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The ingredient is not recognized
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21
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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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