Peter Thomas Roth

Peter Thomas Roth Smooth Sailing

Name: Peter Thomas Roth - Smooth Sailing
Brand: Peter Thomas Roth

Efficacy66/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Ceramide eop, Ceramide eos + 36 more

Works well

What the product description says

“This concentrated 30% Hyaluronic Acid Complex cream provides up to 72 hours of hydration—even after cleansing.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: glycerin, saccharide isomerate.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, cholesterol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: caprooyl phytosphingosine, caprooyl sphingosine, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide eos, ceramide np, ceramide ns

Ceramide eopHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~1.2–1.4%

Ceramide eosHeroEffect: HighA 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~0.8–1.2%

Ceramide apHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.65–1%

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.55–0.85%

Ceramide nsHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.5–0.75%

Caprooyl phytosphingosineHero· EmollientEffect: HighA component of ceramides. 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~0.3–0.55%

Caprooyl sphingosineHeroEffect: HighA component of ceramides. 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~0.25–0.45%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~3.1–3.8%

CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~2.3–2.8%

Yeast extractKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin~1.5–1.9%

Hydrolyzed silkKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.65%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.25–0.5%

Isopropyl myristateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic~0.25–0.5%

Saccharide isomerateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.4%

Saccharum officinarum extractKey activeEffect: HighSugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.4%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.25–0.45%

CholesterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.25–0.45%

Cetyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.25–0.45%

Saccharomyces/iron fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighYeast extract that contains iron. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing~0.2–0.35%

Saccharomyces/magnesium fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighYeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing~0.2–0.4%

Saccharomyces/silicon fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighYeast extract that contains silicon. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing~0.2–0.35%

Saccharomyces/zinc fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighYeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing~0.2–0.35%

Saccharomyces/copper fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighYeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing~0.2–0.35%

Methyl gluceth-20Key active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it~0.2–0.4%

Cyclohexasiloxane· EmollientEffect: LowA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels~1.9–2.3%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.25–0.45%

AlginEffect: LowUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Mangifera indica fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin~0.25–0.4%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.25–0.45%

Ananas sativus fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin~0.25–0.4%

Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.25–0.45%

Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.2–0.4%

Peg-32· HumectantEffect: LowHelps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.6%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin~0.25–0.45%

Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.25–0.45%

AllantoinUnder-dosedHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.25–0.4%

Anti-aging

Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate + 1 more

Not delivered

What the product description says

“Use step-by-step for a silky, more youthful-looking complexion.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

This ingredient yeast extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

Ascorbyl palmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.~0.3–0.55%

Exfoliation

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Allantoin

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What the product description says

“Exfoliates by gently rolling, lifting and sweeping away impurities when massaged onto skin.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but this ingredient is not the most effective.

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractEffect: LowAn enzyme-based exfoliant~0.25–0.4%

AllantoinEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.25–0.4%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Yeast extract, Sambucus nigra fruit extract + 4 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (yeast extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is some human evidence for this effect in skin, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best antioxidants.

Yeast extractKey activeEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin~1.5–1.9%

Sambucus nigra fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin~0.4–0.65%

Olea europaea leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing~0.15–0.3%

TocopherolUnder-dosedPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.6%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water, Carica papaya fruit extract + 3 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 31 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Sambucus nigra fruit extractA plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skinHigh~0.4–0.65%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water—High~0.25–0.4%est.

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractAn enzyme-based exfoliantHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Carica papaya fruit extract—High~0.25–0.4%est.

Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Chamomilla recutita flower oilPlant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractA plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.1–0.15%est.

Hydrolyzed silkCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Ascorbyl palmitateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.Medium~0.3–0.55%est.

Olea europaea leaf extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missingMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Behenic acidHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Ceteareth-25Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymerHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Ananas sativus fruit extractA fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skinMedium~0.25–0.4%est.

Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateA preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determineMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Tetrasodium edtaHelps to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Calcium chlorideHelps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritatingMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Acer saccharum extractA plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compoundsMedium~0.25–0.4%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Mangifera indica fruit extractA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skinMedium~0.25–0.4%est.

TriethanolamineUsed to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smellMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Ci 42090A colorant (dye)Medium~0.1–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

AlginUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.25–0.45%est.

Isopropyl myristateAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.7–5.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Dipropylene glycol~4–4.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Dimethicone~3.1–3.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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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Cyclopentasiloxane~2.3–2.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Cyclohexasiloxane~1.9–2.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels

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Yeast extract~1.5–1.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin

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Sodium hyaluronate~1.4–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Ceramide eop~1.2–1.4%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Ceramide eos~0.8–1.2%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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Ceramide ap~0.65–1%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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Ceramide np~0.55–0.85%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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Ceramide ns~0.5–0.75%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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Sambucus nigra fruit extract~0.4–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

More about Sambucus nigra fruit extract

Hydrolyzed silk~0.35–0.65%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium pca~0.35–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Tocopherol~0.3–0.6%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Ascorbyl palmitate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-agingAnti-oxidation

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.

More about Ascorbyl palmitate

Caprooyl phytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A component of ceramides. 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

More about Caprooyl phytosphingosine

Caprooyl sphingosine~0.25–0.45%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A component of ceramides. 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

More about Caprooyl sphingosine

Saccharide isomerate~0.25–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Yeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing

More about Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment

Saccharomyces/iron ferment~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Yeast extract that contains iron. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing

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Saccharomyces/copper ferment~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Yeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing

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Saccharomyces/silicon ferment~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Yeast extract that contains silicon. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing

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Saccharomyces/zinc ferment~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Yeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing

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Olea europaea leaf extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing

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Methyl gluceth-20~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Cholesterol~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Sodium chloride~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Sodium citrate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

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Citric acid~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Behenic acid~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Propylene glycol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Ceteareth-25~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps oil and water mix together

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Cetyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

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Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Mica~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Water~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Peg-32~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Cellulose~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

More about Butylene glycol

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Sorbitol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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R-bacillus licheniformis keratinase~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin

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Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

ExfoliationEvens skin tone

An enzyme-based exfoliant

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Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Glycerin~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Citric acid~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Tetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to stabilize the product formulation

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Algin~0.25–0.45%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Carbomer~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Tromethamine~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Isopropyl myristate~0.25–0.5%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic

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Sodium chloride~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Calcium chloride~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritating

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Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Mica~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Water~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect

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Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin

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Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Carica papaya fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Acer saccharum extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds

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Saccharum officinarum extract~0.25–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationReduces rednessAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAnti-blemish

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

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Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity

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Mangifera indica fruit extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin

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Sodium pca~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Allantoin~0.25–0.4%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

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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Glycerin~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Propylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Citric acid~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Carbomer~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Triethanolamine~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell

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Polysorbate 20~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ci 19140~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Ci 42090~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A colorant (dye)

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Yeast extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide eop, Ceramide eos, Ceramide ap, Ceramide np, Ceramide ns, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Hydrolyzed silk, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Caprooyl phytosphingosine, Caprooyl sphingosine, Saccharide isomerate, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Saccharomyces/iron ferment, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Saccharomyces/silicon ferment, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Olea europaea leaf extract, Methyl gluceth-20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Cholesterol, Sodium chloride, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Behenic acid, Propylene glycol, Ceteareth-25, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Water, Peg-32, Cellulose, Butylene glycol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water, Sorbitol, R-bacillus licheniformis keratinase, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Tetrasodium edta, Algin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Isopropyl myristate, Sodium chloride, Calcium chloride, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Sodium pca, Allantoin, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 19140, Ci 42090

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Product summary

"Peter Thomas Roth - Smooth Sailing" is effective for: Moisturizing

Ingredient callouts

Ceramides (ceramide ns 0.50% - 0.75%, ceramide np 0.55% - 0.85%, ceramide eos 0.80% - 1.20%, ceramide eop 1.20% - 1.40%, ceramide ap 0.60% - 0.95%, caprooyl sphingosine 0.25% - 0.45% and caprooyl phytosphingosine 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Humectants (yeast extract 1.50% - 1.90%, sodium pca 0.35% - 0.60%, sodium hyaluronate 0.25% - 0.45%, sodium hyaluronate 1.40% - 1.70%, saccharomyces/zinc ferment 0.20% - 0.35%, saccharomyces/silicon ferment 0.20% - 0.35%, saccharomyces/magnesium ferment 0.20% - 0.40%, saccharomyces/iron ferment 0.20% - 0.35%, glycerin 0.25% - 0.50%, glycerin 4.70% - 5.70%, glycerin 0.25% - 0.50%, sodium pca 0.25% - 0.45%, saccharomyces/copper ferment 0.20% - 0.35% and saccharide isomerate 0.25% - 0.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.

1
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2
Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medicationsjaad.org
3
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
4
The natural yeast extract isolated by ethanol precipitation inhibits melanin synthesis by modulating tyrosinase activity and downregulating melanosome transferncbi.nlm.nih.gov
5
Evaluation of dermatological effects of cosmetic formulations containing Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract and vitaminsresearchgate.net
6
Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
7
Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
8
Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skinncbi.nlm.nih.gov
9
Topical emulsions containing ceramides: Effects on the skin barrier function and anti‐inflammatory propertiesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
10
Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systemsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
11
Assessment report on Sambucus nigra L., fructusema.europa.eu
12
SKIN PROTECTION AGAINST SOLAR UV RADIATION BY NATURAL PLANT PRODUCTS: EXTRACTS FROM ELDER FRUIT (SAMBUCUS NIGRA L.)researchgate.net
13
Moisturizing efficiency of silk protein hydrolysate: Silk fibroinresearchgate.net
14
Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
15
Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
16
Safety Assessment of Ceramides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
17
Wound Repair Potential of Olea europaea L. Leaf Extracts Revealed by In Vivo Experimental Models and Comparative Evaluation of the Extracts' Antioxidant Activityresearchgate.net
18
Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
19
Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
20
Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
21
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Ceteareth-2, -3, -4, -5, -6, -7, -8, -9, -10, -11, -12, -13, -14, -15, -16, -17, -18,-20,-22,-23,-24,-25,-27, -28, -29, -30, -33, -34, -40, -50, -55, -60, -80, and -100journals.sagepub.com
22
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Usencbi.nlm.nih.gov
23
Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
24
Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
25
Safety Assessment of Citrus Fruit-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
26
Photosensitivity in children: An approach to diagnosis and managementijdvl.com
27
Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoinscielo.br
28
Analysis of Dyes in Cosmetics: Challenges and Recent Developmentsmdpi.com

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