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aloe barbadensis leaf water
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Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
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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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niacinamide
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Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture
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5
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, phyto
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The ingredient is not recognized
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6
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squalane
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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.
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7
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butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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8
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sodium hyaluronate
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One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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9
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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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10
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1,2-hexanediol
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A preservative
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11
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xanthan gum
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Used to create a thicker product consistency
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12
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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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13
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aloe barbadensis leaf extract
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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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14
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dioscorea japonica root extract
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15
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disodium edta
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Stabilizes the product formulation
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16
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polyglyceryl-10 laurate
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Helps water and oil mix together
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17
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polyglyceryl-10 myristate
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18
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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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19
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arginine
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An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
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20
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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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21
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cetearyl olivate
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Helps oil and water mix together
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22
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sorbitan olivate
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Helps oil and water mix together
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23
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acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
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Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
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24
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allantoin
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Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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25
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argania spinosa kernel oil
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An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
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26
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simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil
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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.
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citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) peel oil
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