Ingredient Dictionary
DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT EXTRACT
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
COCOS NUCIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
ZINC GLUCONATE
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
ALANINE
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
CITRUS NOBILIS PEEL OIL
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent