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Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Hexyl Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone is a type of silicone.

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil is created from the peels of the lemon. It is used to add a lemon-scent to products. Lemon peel oil also has antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. However, it may also cause phototoxicity and sensitize skin.

Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil is an oil.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil is oil from the peel of an orange fruit.

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

This ingredient comes from Hydroxystearic Acid, a fatty acid, and glycerin. It is used to thicken oils.

Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate isn't fungal acne safe.

Methicone is a type of silicone.

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.