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ingredients:
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The ingredient is not recognized
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aqua (water
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Plain old water
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bentonite
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Helps stabilize the product formulation
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stearic acid
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Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
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kaolin
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A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
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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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polysorbate 20
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Helps oil and water mix together
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talc
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Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish
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silt
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glyceryl stearate
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An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
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cera alba
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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
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beeswax
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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
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cetearyl alcohol
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A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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propylparaben
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A preservative
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sodium hydroxide
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Used to adjust the product's pH
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aloe barbadensis leaf juice
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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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triethylene glycol
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fucus vesiculosus extract
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laminaria digitata extract
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Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
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tetrasodium pyrophosphate
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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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methylparaben
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A preservative
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sorbic acid
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A preservative
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sodium benzoate
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A preservative
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magnesium nitrate
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magnesium chloride
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methylchloroisothiazolinone
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methylisothiazolinone
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A preservative. Is a frequent allergen
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potassium sorbate
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A preservative
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citric acid
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Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
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hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) water
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A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
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melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil
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An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
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chondrus crispus extract
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Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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benzyl alcohol
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A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
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ci 77891 (titanium dioxide
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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
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ci 77289
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A colorant adding a green color. Usually is not irritating
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chromium hydroxide green
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A dye
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