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water/aqua/eau
| Plain old water |
2 |
peat
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3 |
carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil
| An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation |
4 |
kaolin
| 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 |
5 |
butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter
| A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals |
6 |
glyceryl oleate
| Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating |
7 |
simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil
| Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air. |
8 |
butyl avocadate
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9 |
panthenol
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function |
10 |
hydroxyethylcellulose
| Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures |
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hydroxyapatite
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12 |
polysorbate 20
| Helps oil and water mix together |
13 |
zinc oxide
| A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant |
14 |
phenoxyethanol
| A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products |
15 |
hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer
| A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish |
16 |
squalane
| An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling. |
17 |
allantoin
| Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated |
18 |
hydrolyzed quinoa
| Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin |
19 |
ci 77163
| Colorant |
20 |
mica
| Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light |
21 |
cananga odorata (ylang ylang) flower oil
| An essential oil. Can be irritating |
22 |
salvia officinalis (sage) oil
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23 |
tsuga canadensis leaf oil
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24 |
ethylhexylglycerin
| A preservative |
25 |
polysorbate 60
| Helps oil and water mix together |
26 |
benzyl alcohol
| A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating |
27 |
potassium sorbate
| A preservative |
28 |
sodium benzoate
| A preservative |
29 |
sorbitan isostearate
| Helps oil and water mix together |