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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| Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic mainly works as an emollient, dispersing agent and solvent. |
| Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil | Derived from the Macademia Nut of a small evergreen tree, this emollient oil spreads easily on the skin, and it is well-received and utilized by the skin. |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate is derived from palm kernel, vegetable or soy oil and is also found naturally in the human body. |
| Peg-100 Stearate | PEG 100 Stearate is included in skin care and beauty products for a variety of reasons, ranging from making the skin softer, to helping product formulations better keep their original consistency. |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Cetyl alcohol, also known as hexadecan-1-ol and palmityl alcohol, is a fatty alcohol with the formula CH3(CH2)15OH. |
| Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin | Increases solubility of lipophilic drugs. |
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 | Used in anti-aging and anti-wrinkle creams and lotions. |
| Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | A synthetically derived peptide that is being used in a wide range of skin-care and makeup products, especially those claiming to have a muscle-relaxing effect similar to Botox injections. |
| 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. |
| Allantoin | This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations. |
| Panthenol | Panthenol is a form of Vitamin B5(Pantothenic Acid), used as a moisturizer and lubricating compound. |
| Pinus Pinaster | Pycnogenol is the US registered trademark name for a product derived from the pine bark of a tree known as Pinus pinaster. |
| Camellia Sinensis | This is an extract of the leaves of the tea plant camellia sinensis. Commonly referred to as green tea extract. |
| Simmondsia Chinensis | Jojoba is a shrub that is grows in dry regions of northern Mexico and the southwestern US. Jojoba oil and wax are produced from the seeds and used for medicine. |
| Leucine | L-Leucine plays a central role in the metabolism of muscle tissue therefore contributing to both its generation and preservation. |
| Tyrosine | Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid the body makes from another amino acid called phenylalanine. |
| Alanine | Alanine, or L-alanine, is an amino acid that helps the body convert the simple sugar glucose into energy and eliminate excess toxins from the liver. |
| 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 | Used in skin care products. |
| Dimethicone | Dimethicone is used Primarily as an anti-foaming agent and skin protectant. |
| Potassium Sorbate | Potassium sorbate’s use as an antimicrobial preservative prevents the growth of mold, bacteria and fungi in cheese, dried meats, baked goods, jellies and syrups. |
| 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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