Ingredient Dictionary
BIOTIN
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
ACER SACCHARUM EXTRACT
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
CYCLOMETHICONE
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
CAMELLIA SINENSIS EXTRACT
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA FLOWER OIL
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
ALGIN
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE
Helps water and oil mix together
MYRISTYL MYRISTATE
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic