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We don't have a description for PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin yet.

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

We don't have a description for Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid yet.

Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane belongs to the siloxanes and silicones classes. It is synthetically created and has a waxy composition.

You might know this ingredient as Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a more stable version of ascorbic acid.

Isononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

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

Phenylethyl Resorcinol is an antioxidant.

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

Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer made from ammonium salts. It helps add stability and texture to a product. This ingredient is stable over a wide pH range.

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

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

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

Citrus Limon Fruit Extract comes from lemons. While lemon extract is exfoliating and antimicrobial, it can also cause skin sensitivity.

Citrus Junos Fruit Extract comes from the Citrus Junos tree, or the Yuzu plant.

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.

We don't have a description for Acetyl Trifluoromethylphenyl Valylglycine yet.

We don't have a description for Oxothiazolidinecarboxylic Acid yet.

Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.

Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.