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Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Skin ConditioningDipalmitoylethyl Dimonium Chloride
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDecyl Cocoate
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
PEG-4
HumectantPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
CleansingAvena Sativa Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil
Emollient
Olus Oil
Emollient
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Sorbitan Palmitate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Linalool
Perfuming
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Sodium Acetate
BufferingCellulose
Absorbent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Dipalmitoylethyl Dimonium Chloride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Triethylhexanoin, Decyl Cocoate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, PEG-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Avena Sativa Protein Extract, Ceramide NP, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Olus Oil, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Malt Extract, Cetyl Palmitate, Water, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Linalool, Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Sodium Acetate, Cellulose, 1,2-Hexanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Sodium Phytate
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Bud Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Strigosa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Coco-Caprylate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sodium Phytate, Caramel, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Bud Extract, Avena Strigosa Seed Extract, Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Coumarin
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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