1 |
water
| Plain old water |
2 |
alcohol
| 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 |
3 |
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 |
4 |
1,2-hexanediol
| A preservative |
5 |
calendula officinalis flower water
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6 |
calendula officinalis flower
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7 |
butylene glycol
| Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin |
8 |
xylitol
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function |
9 |
acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate frosspolymer
| Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together |
10 |
citric acid
| Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH |
11 |
tham, decyl glucoside
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12 |
allantoin
| Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated |