Effectiveness
78 /100Irritancy
MEDIUMIngredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
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helianthus annuus seed wax | HIGH | ||
c12-15 alkyl benzoate | HIGH | ||
glycerin | HIGH |
Ingredient | Irritancy | Skin benefit |
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ppg-5-ceteth-20 | ||
parfum | ||
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate |
Pos | Ingredient Name | Description |
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1 | aqua (water | Plain old water |
2 | petrolatum | One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss |
3 | c12-15 alkyl benzoate | 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 |
4 | 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 |
5 | glyceryl stearate | An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together |
6 | helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed wax | Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency |
7 | ppg-5-ceteth-20 | A solvent with some emollient properties |
8 | stearyl alcohol | An emollient that helps soften the skin |
9 | tribehenin | Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin |
10 | vp/va copolymer | Used to stabilize product formulation and create a nice product consistency |
11 | parfum (fragrance | An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients |
12 | phenoxyethanol | A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products |
13 | 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 |
14 | sorbitan stearate | Helps water and oil mix together |
15 | potassium sorbate | A preservative |
16 | carbomer | Helps create a gel-like product texture. Can be used in gentle cleansing formulations |
17 | acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer | Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together |
18 | 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 |
19 | aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut) seed extract | Plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating |
20 | sodium hydroxide | Used to adjust the product's pH |
21 | sodium benzoate | A preservative |
22 | bht | A preservative |