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Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Calcium Benzoate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Parfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Isopropyl Alcohol, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Phyllostachys Bambusoides Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientSaccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Linalool
Perfuming
PCA Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Citral
Perfuming
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Pentylene Glycol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Coconut Alkanes, Phyllostachys Bambusoides Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Stearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Squalane, Parfum, Glycosphingolipids, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Linalool, PCA Glyceryl Oleate, Limonene, Euterpe Oleracea Sterols, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Citral, Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linolenic Acid
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citral is a fragrance and used to add a lemon-like scent to products. It is both naturally found in plants and created synthetically. In plants, it is commonly occurring in lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon tea-tree, lemon verbena, and other citruses.
The EU mandates Citral be listed separately as a fragrance. It is a known allergen and may cause contact dermatitis. Citral can also used as a masking ingredient.
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.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
Learn more about CitralLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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 LimoneneLinalool 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 LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene Glycol
