TEMPLESPA

TEMPLESPA LIFE DEFENCE SPF50

Name: TEMPLESPA - LIFE DEFENCE SPF50
Brand: TEMPLESPA

SPF 50Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh·5 UV filters

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2 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Sun protection

SPF 50 · 5 UV filters

Broad spectrum

SPF 50Broad spectrumChemical filtersNo white cast

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.

UV spectrum

UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm

Octisalate

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Octinoxate

Octocrylene

Avobenzone

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

OctisalateEthylhexyl SalicylateUVBOctisalate. 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~4.9–6%

Butyloctyl SalicylateUVBA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own~4.4–5.3%

OctinoxateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateUVBOctinoxate. 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~3.6–4.4%

OctocryleneUVB Photo-stable 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~3.2–3.9%

AvobenzoneButyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneUVA1Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.~2.5–3%

~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

Moisturizing

10 ingredients credited for this claim

Good support

What the product description says

“A feather-light moisturiser provides an environmental skin filter for your face while remaining virtually undetectable with or without make-up, for a bright dewy complexion.”

Source: Templespa

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: fructose, glycerin.

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, cetearyl alcohol.

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the 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~0.45–0.7%

FructoseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%

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~1–1.2%

PolymethylsilsesquioxaneKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss~1.2–1.5%

Cetyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability~0.25–0.5%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.6–0.9%

Polysilicone-11Effect: LowA silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel~1.7–2%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.25–0.5%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.3–0.55%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.

Magnesium aluminum silicateEffect: LowMight be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation~0.45–0.65%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claim

Strong support

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

8 strong irritants: Parfum, Withania somnifera root extract + 6 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 32 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateOctinoxate. 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 irritatingHigh~3.6–4.4%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Withania somnifera root extract—High~0.2–0.4%est.

Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Hexyl cinnamalA fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Butyloctyl salicylateA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its ownMedium~4.4–5.3%est.

OctocryleneA 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" sunscreenMedium~3.2–3.9%est.

Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneAvobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.Medium~2.5–3%est.

Tribehenin peg-20 estersHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.5–1.8%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Glyceryl behenateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateHelps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Lauryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient propertiesMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

BhtA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%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~0.25–0.45%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Laureth-12Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Sorbic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Ceteareth-12Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

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

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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

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.6–0.9%est.

Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties2/5~0.3–0.6%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Ethylhexyl salicylate~4.9–6%

UV filter

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

More about Ethylhexyl salicylate

Butyloctyl salicylate~4.4–5.3%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

More about Butyloctyl salicylate

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~3.6–4.4%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Sun protection

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

More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate

Octocrylene~3.2–3.9%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

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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Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.5–3%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.

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Polysilicone-11~1.7–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel

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Tribehenin peg-20 esters~1.5–1.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane~1.2–1.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss

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Glycerin~1–1.2%

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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Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.7–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products

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Bis-stearyl dimethicone~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Glyceryl behenate~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-aging

Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation

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Dimethicone~0.45–0.7%

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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Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Fructose~0.3–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lauryl glucoside~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Cetearyl isononanoate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

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Xanthan gum~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Parfum~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ceteareth-20~0.3–0.6%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties

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Bht~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium citrate~0.25–0.45%

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

More about Sodium citrate

Withania somnifera root extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

More about Glyceryl stearate

Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Laureth-12~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sorbic acid~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ceteareth-12~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Cetyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability

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Benzoic acid~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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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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Hydrolyzed eruca sativa leaf~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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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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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

More about Benzyl salicylate

Citronellol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Citronellol

Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

More about Hexyl cinnamal

Limonene~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

More about Limonene

Linalool~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool

Hexamethylindanopyran~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Hexamethylindanopyran

Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes

Linalyl acetate~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Linalyl acetate

Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Citrus aurantium peel oil

Ingredient list view

Water, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Butyloctyl salicylate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polysilicone-11, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glycerin, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Bis-stearyl dimethicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside, Glyceryl behenate, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Dimethicone, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Fructose, Lauryl glucoside, Cetearyl isononanoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ceteareth-20, Bht, Disodium edta, Sodium citrate, Withania somnifera root extract, Glyceryl stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laureth-12, Sorbic acid, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl palmitate, Benzoic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed eruca sativa leaf, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Hexamethylindanopyran, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalyl acetate, Citrus aurantium peel oil

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