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1
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water/eau
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Plain old water
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2
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glycerin
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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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3
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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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4
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alcohol denat.
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Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
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5
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trehalose
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A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
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6
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sodiumhyaluronate
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One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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7
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olea europaea (olive) fruit oil
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An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
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8
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xanthan gum
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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9
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hydrogenated lecithin
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Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
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10
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caprylic/capric triglyceride
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A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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11
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phaseolus radiatus extract
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12
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betula platyphylla japonicabark extract
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13
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rumex crispus root extract
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14
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phenyl trimethicone
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A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
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15
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carbomer
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Helps create a gel-like product texture. Can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
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16
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peg-60hydrogenated castor oil
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Helps oil and water mix together
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17
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triethanolamine
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Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
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18
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parfum/fragrance
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An aromatic blend of unspecified irritating ingredients
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