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Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Distearoylethyl Dimonium Chloride
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzyl Acetate
Masking
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Abies Balsamea Needle Oil
Masking
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Alpha-Terpinene
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Salvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
Masking
Mentha Citrata Herb Oil
Perfuming
Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil
Michelia Alba Leaf Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil
Masking
Alpha-Ionone
Perfuming
Evernia Prunastri Extract
Perfuming
Anisaldehyde
Masking
Cistus Ladaniferus Resin
MaskingMenthol
Masking
Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
Masking
Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract
Masking
Nerol
Perfuming
Benzaldehyde
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
Humectant
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Distearoylethyl Dimonium Chloride, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Citronellol, Abies Balsamea Needle Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Alpha-Terpinene, Amyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil, Mentha Citrata Herb Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil, Michelia Alba Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil, Alpha-Ionone, Evernia Prunastri Extract, Anisaldehyde, Cistus Ladaniferus Resin, Menthol, Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract, Nerol, Benzaldehyde, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Honey Extract, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Citric Acid, Eugenol, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBehenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingSr-(Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 Oligopeptide-178)
Skin Conditioning
Polyporus Umbellatus Extract
Skin ProtectingSr-Spider Polypeptide-1
Skin Protecting
Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Barley Protein
HumectantCocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
EmollientCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Ximenia Americana Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Orbignya Speciosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
PCA
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Farnesol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Fructose
Humectant
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningMannitol
Humectant
Phosphatidylcholine
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Sr-(Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 Oligopeptide-178), Polyporus Umbellatus Extract, Sr-Spider Polypeptide-1, Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Ximenia Americana Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Orbignya Speciosa Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Parfum, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Farnesol, Geraniol, Linalool, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Potassium Sorbate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Glyceryl Stearate, Fructose, Stearyl Alcohol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Citrate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Mannitol, Phosphatidylcholine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Ceramide NP, Glyceryl Caprylate, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Amyl Cinnamal is a synthetically produced fragrance. Its scent is reminiscent of jasmine flowers.
Amyl Cinnamal is a known EU allergen. This means it is known to cause skin sensitivity and allergies.
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 AcidCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGlycerin 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 GlycerinLimonene 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 LinaloolPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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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