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Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

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

Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.

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

Isopropyl isodecanoate is a lipid created from isopropyl alcohol and isostearic acid.

We don't have a description for Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether.

Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.

Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.

We don't have a description for Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract.

Tripeptide-32 is made up of amino acids proline, serine, and threonine. Amino acids are used by the skin to create proteins and a healthy skin barrier.

We don't have a description for Yeast Extract.

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

Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.

Algae Extract is derived from Algae. Algae is an informal term for a group of aquatic organisms that can photosynthesize. It is estimated there are at least 30,000 types of Algae.

We don't have a description for Sodium Rna.

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Algin.

Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.

We don't have a description for Hydroxyethyl Urea.

Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate (AAP) is a form of Vitamin C. AAP was made as a more stable alternative to Ascorbic Acid by combining Ascorbic Acid (pure Vitamin C) with 3-aminoproply dehydrogen phosphate.

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract comes from the cucumber. Cucumis Sativus is native to South Asia and can now be found on every continent.

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract is from the Roman Chamomile flower.

We don't have a description for Hordeum Vulgare Extract.

We don't have a description for Silybum Marianum Extract.

Glycine Soja Seed Extract comes from the seed of the wild soybean plant. Wild soybean extract contains fatty acids (linoleic, oleic, linolenic), vitamin E, and antioxidants.

Camelina Sativa Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.

We don't have a description for Betula Alba Bud Extract.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

We don't have a description for Morus Bombycis Root Extract.

We don't have a description for Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract.

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.

Propylene Glycol Dicaprate is an emollient and emulsifier. It is created from a mixture of fatty acids.

We don't have a description for Sodium Polyaspartate.

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

Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.

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

We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.

Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract comes from sunflower seeds.

Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.

This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.

Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.

Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms.

Fructose is fruit/plant sugar. It can be found in apples, figs, and honey.

T-Butyl Alcohol it is most commonly used as a solvent.

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

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

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.

This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

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.

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