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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polybutene
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientTriisostearyl Citrate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica
Abrasive
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentJojoba Esters
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Avium Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Hydrogenated Polybutene, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Diisostearyl Malate, Triisostearyl Citrate, Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Zea Mays Starch, Jojoba Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Mica, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Prunus Avium Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCarthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Due to its high fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis safe.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
