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water (aqua
| Plain old water |
| 2 |
cyclomethicone
| A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer |
| 3 |
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
| Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating |
| 4 |
zinc oxide
| A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant |
| 5 |
propylene glycol
| Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin |
| 6 |
titanium dioxide
| 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 |
| 7 |
caprylic/capric triglyceride
| 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 |
| 8 |
peg-10 dimethicone
| A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss |
| 9 |
cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone
| A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin |
| 10 |
arbutin
| Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration |
| 11 |
mineral oil
| One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function |
| 12 |
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 |
| 13 |
polyethylene
| Used to thicken the product's texture |
| 14 |
talc
| Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish |
| 15 |
phenyl trimethicone
| A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture |
| 16 |
beeswax
| Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen |
| 17 |
cera alba
| Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen |
| 18 |
iron oxides
| A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating |
| 19 |
ci 77492
| A colorant. Usually well-tolerated |
| 20 |
sodium chloride
| Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures |
| 21 |
iron oxides (ci 77491 ), iron oxides
| A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating |
| 22 |
ci 77499
| An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated |
| 23 |
methylparaben
| A preservative |
| 24 |
dimethicone
| 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 |
| 25 |
propylparaben
| A preservative |
| 26 |
rosa canina fruit oil
| A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating |
| 27 |
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. |
| 28 |
squalane
| An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling. |
| 29 |
hydrolyzed collagen
| A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin |
| 30 |
macadamia ternifolia seed oil
| Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients |
| 31 |
disodium edta
| Stabilizes the product formulation |
| 32 |
adenosine
| Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to stimulate collagen production in skin |
| 33 |
caviar extract
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| 34 |
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 |
| 35 |
rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract
| Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin. Is a likely irritant |
| 36 |
chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
| Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating |
| 37 |
sodium hyaluronate
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin |
| 38 |
fagus sylvatica bud extract
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| 39 |
ceramide 3
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
| 40 |
fragrance (parfum
| An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients |
| 41 |
hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde
| A fragrance. Can be irritating |
| 42 |
butylphenyl methylpropional
| A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating |
| 43 |
benzyl salicylate
| A fragrance. Is a likely irritant |
| 44 |
hydroxycitronellal
| A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating |
| 45 |
alpha-isomethyl ionone
| A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating |
| 46 |
hexyl cinnamal
| A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant |
| 47 |
linalool
| A fragrance. Can be irritating |
| 48 |
citronellol
| A fragrance. Can be irritating |
