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alcohol
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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
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aqua (water
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Plain old water
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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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lactic acid
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An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiom)
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isopropyl alcohol
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A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
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urea
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Naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
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glycolic acid
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An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
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hydroxypropylcellulose
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betaine
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Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
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10
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peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil
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Helps oil and water mix together
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chlorphenesin
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A preservative
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menthol
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salicylic acid
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Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
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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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parfum
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An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients
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16
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disodium edta
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Stabilizes the product formulation
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17
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algae extract
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Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
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laminaria japonica extract
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Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
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anthemis nobilis flower extract
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A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
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salvia officinalis (sage) extract
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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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malpighia punicifolia (acerola) fruit extract
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A fruit extract that might help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
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vitis vinifera (grape) fruit extract
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A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
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24
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paeonia albiflora root extract
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sophora angustifolia root extract
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pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract
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Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
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brassica campestris (rapeseed) flower extract
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calendula officinalis flower extract
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A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
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camellia sinensis leaf extract
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Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds and help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties
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glycine soja (soybean) seed extract
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An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
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angelica gigas root extract
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cnidium officinale root extract
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phellinus linteus extract
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porphyra yezoensis extract
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Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
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chlorella vulgaris extract
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A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
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chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract
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chrysanthemum indicum flower extract
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melissa officinalis leaf extract
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A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
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rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract
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Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin. Is a likely irritant
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aspalathus linearis leaf extract
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Plant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
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coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract
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triticum vulgare (wheat) seed extract
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oryza sativa (leaf) extract
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A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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phaseolus radiatus seed extract
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zea mays (corn) kernel extract
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coptis japonica root extract
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ganoderma lucidum (mushroom) stem extract
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rheum palmatum root extract
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49
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acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract
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Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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50
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vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract
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51
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saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract
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Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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phenoxyethanol
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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
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Maria from WIMJ
