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Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)

Eczema

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

spf rating

Ingredients Overview

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Ingredient

Com. / Irr. Rating

Features

Cosmetic Colorant

Cosmetic Colorant

Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

Cosmetic Colorant

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

1 / 0

Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

2-3 / 0

Skin Conditioning

Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Skin Conditioning

Astringent, Masking, Tonic

Cosmetic Colorant

Ingredients Explained

This product contains 12 ingredients. Click on any ingredient to learn more about it

Mica

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

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Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.

Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.

Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.

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CI 77891

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

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Ci 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.

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Boron Nitride

What it does: Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

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Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.

This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.

CI 77713

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

We don't have a description for Ci 77713.

Dimethicone

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Stearic Acid

What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

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Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Plankton Extract

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Plankton Extract.

Algae Extract

What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

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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.

Algae contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Algae can also help with soothing and hydrating skin.

Many different types of algae have different benefits.

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Pinus Strobus Bark Extract

What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Pinus Strobus Bark Extract.

Punica Granatum Extract

What it does: Astringent, Masking, Tonic

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Punica Granatum extract comes from the pomegranate.

Pomegranates are rich in fatty acids, including an unsaturated fatty acid by the name of Punicic acid. Other components of pomegranates include Vitamin E, and Vitamin C.

As an astringent, Punica Granatum Extract shrinks tissue by drawing water out of your skin. This leads to a tightening effect in the skin.

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CI 77007

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.

According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.

CI 77288

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77288 is used to add green pigment to products.

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