Ingredients
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| Caprylic/capric triglyceride | Caprylic mainly works as an emollient, dispersing agent and solvent. |
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| 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. |
| 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). |
| Stearyl Alcohol | Stearyl Alcohol is a naturaly fatty alcohol derived from stearic acid, coconut oil or vegetable fatty acids |
| Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract | Licorice is also used to treat prostate cancer and the skin disorder known as eczema. |
| Silybum marianum (milk thistle) extract | Milk thistle is used most often for liver disorders, including liver damage caused by chemicals, Amanita phalloides mushroom poisoning, jaundice, chronic inflammatory liver disease, cirrhosis of the liver, and chronic hepatitis. |
| Zinc oxide | Coats the Skin and Forms a Barrier Against Moisture - Also Protects From UV Rays |
| Alpha-arbutin | Arbutin is therefore used as a skin-lightening agent |
| 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. |
| Glyceryl stearate and Peg-100 stearate | Glyceryl Stearate is considered to be extremely beneficial for the human skin because of its moisturizing, conditioning and hydration effects. Glyceryl Stearate is a naturally derived fatty acid that basically functions as a non-ionic pacifier, formulation stabilizer and a thickener, thereby offering smoother and softer looking skin. |
| 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. |
| Retinyl palmitate (vitamin A) | 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. |
| Panax ginseng root extract | Panax Ginseng also known as Asian Ginseng is native to China and Korea and has been used in various systems of medicine for many centuries. Asian ginseng is one of several types of true ginseng. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
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