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1
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avobenzone - 2.7 %
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Avobenzone. A broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it can protect against both UVA rays. Currently, it is the only sunscreen ingredient available in the US (approved by the FDA) with the peak absorbance within the UVA I range. It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps stabilize the product formulation
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2
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homosalate - 4 %
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A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
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3
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octisalate - 4.5 %
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Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
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4
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octocrylene - 6 %
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A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
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5
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oxybenzone - 4.5 %
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Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
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6
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water
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Plain old water
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7
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silica
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Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin
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8
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cetyl dimethicone
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A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture
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9
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styrene/acrylates copolymer
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Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
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10
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c12-15 alkyl benzoate
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Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
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11
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steareth-100
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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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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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14
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caprylyl glycol
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Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
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15
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sodium polyacrylate
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Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
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16
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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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17
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steareth-2
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Helps oil and water mix together
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18
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polyester-7
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19
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chlorphenesin
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A preservative
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20
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propylene glycol
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Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin
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21
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ethylhexyl stearate
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22
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neopentyl glycol diheptanoate
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
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23
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bisabolol
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An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
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24
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disodium edta
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Stabilizes the product formulation
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25
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butylene glycol
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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
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26
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acrylates/dimethicone copolymer
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Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
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27
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diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate
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28
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mannan
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29
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xanthan gum
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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30
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bht
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A preservative
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31
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capryloyl glycine
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32
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trideceth-6
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Helps oil and water mix together
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33
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sarcosine
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34
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cedrus atlantica bark extract
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35
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cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract
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36
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portulaca oleracea extract
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A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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Maria from WIMJ
