Ingredients
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| Glycerin | Glycerin is what is called a humectant. Glycerin helps maintain the skin’s water balance on an intercellular level. Glycerin in lotions or other skin care products can help prevent or combat dry skin. |
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| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic mainly works as an emollient, dispersing agent and solvent. |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Cetyl alcohol is used in the cosmetic industry as an opacifier in shampoos, or as an emollient, emulsifier or thickening agent in the manufacture of skin creams and lotions. It is also employed as a lubricant for nuts and bolts, and is the active ingredient in some “liquid pool covers” (forming a surface layer to reduce evaporation and retain heat). |
| Stearic Acid | Stearic acid is one of many fatty acids that occur naturally in various plants and animal derivatives. It’s found in such products as animal tallow, cocoa butter and vegetable fats. When it’s used in cosmetic products, stearic acid primarily fulfills the role of a thickener or hardener. Stearic acid is the substance that helps your bar of soap retain its shape — just as it does in products such as candles, oil pastels and hard candies. |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate is derived from palm kernel, vegetable or soy oil and is also found naturally in the human body. |
| Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | A synthetic anti-wrinkle cosmetics ingredient. |
| Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin | Increases solubility of lipophilic drugs. |
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 | Used in anti-aging and anti-wrinkle creams and lotions. |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | It is used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products, including lipstick, eye shadow, blushers, face powders and foundations, moisturizers, skin care products, bath soaps and detergents, and hair conditioners. |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | Ascorbyl palmitate is an ester formed from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid creating a fat-soluble form of vitamin C. It is important for your skin, bones, and connective tissue. |
| Retinyl Palmitate | Vitamin A, also called retinol, helps your eyes adjust to light changes when you come in from outside and also helps keep your eyes, skin and mucous membranes moist. |
| Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract | Pycnogenol contains substances that might improve blood flow. It might also stimulate the immune system and have antioxidant effects. |
| Panthenol | It is used as a hair and skin conditioner. |
| Organic Camellia Sinensis | Camellia sinensis contains caffeine and it has been used to increase alertness. Green tea has also been used for cancer prevention, to lowercholesterol, and to prevent/delay Parkinson’s disease. |
| Polysorbate 20 | Polysorbate 20 is used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops such as Ice Drops, helping to provide a spreading feeling to other ingredients like SD alcohol and mint flavor.The World Health Organization has suggested acceptable daily intake limits of 0-25 mg of polyoxyethylene sorbitan esters per kg body weigh |
| Xanthan Gum | Xanthan gum is frequently added to semiliquid cosmetics and lotions. Adding xanthan gum to cosmetic agents allows for a smoother, more even application. Xantham gum can also be found in medications and pills, and has been used alone as a synthetic saliva for people who suffer from dry mouth. |
| Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer | Used in skin care products. |
| Dimethicone | Dimethicone and related ingredients are used in the formulation of a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products including cosmetic creams and lotions, bath soaps, shampoo and hair care products. |
| Phenoxyethanol | Phenoxyethanol is chemical preservative which is used in many applications such as cosmetics, vaccines and pharmaceuticals. |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | Ethylhexylglycerin is a topical skincare ingredient and deodorizing agent, often indicated as a conditioning ointment in the treatment of eczema. |
| Cananga Odorata Essential Oil | People apply ylang ylang oil to the skin to promote relaxation, kill bacteria, lower high blood pressure, and increase sexual desire. It is also part of a combination spray used to kill head lice. |
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