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Is a substance that attracts moisture to the skin which leaves the skin hydrated. |
| CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE |
Derived from coconut oil and glycerine, it is considered an excellent emollient and skin replenishing ingredient. It's included in cosmetics due to its mix of fatty acids that can use be used to replenish its surface and resist moisture loss. |
| GLYCERYL STEARATE |
Derived from palm kernel, vegetable or soy oil and is also found naturally in the human body. It acts as a lubricant on the skins surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It easily penetrates the skin and slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skins surface. It has been shown to protect the skin from free radical damage. |
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POLYGLYCERYL-3 DICITRATE/STEARATE
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Emulsifying (holds the oil based and water-based ingredients together, helping stabilize the interaction between both phases and thereby avoiding their separation in the cosmetic formulation). Surfactant (surface active agent, ingredients that lower the surface tension of cosmetics and aid in the spread ability of products when applied to the skin).
Cleansing.
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COCO CAPRYLATE
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A plant derived ester of coconut alcohol, caprylic acid and capric acid (all naturally derived ingredients) it is used as a natural emollient (moisturiser).
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POLYGLYCERYL-3 BEESWAX
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An emulsifier, derivative that suppliers use in emulsions, oil gels and colour cosmetics (e.g lipsticks). It is an ester of beeswax with polyglycerin-3. Ester- products resulting from the combination of organic acids and alcohol. They can be natural or synthetic, liquid or solid depending on properties of the reacting substance insoluble in water, they replace oils and fats to provide a more uniform composition and preservation. They have good skin tolerance and a lubricating and emollient action. Esters are also found in essential oils.
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SUCROSE LAURATE
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A sugar ester (sucrose and lauric acid) that works as an emulsifier and oil thickener. It is a great ingredient to make oily gel cleansers that turn to milk on contact with water, 100% natural and combined with glycerine and oils (sugragel) it gives the basis for a gentle, yet effective moisturising oily gel cleansers.
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CETYL ESTERS
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Used in formulations to give body to emulsions, can stabilize and thicken, cetyl esters are produced by combining various fatty esters with cetyl palmitate.
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GLYCERYL OLEATE
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An emollient and stabilizer derived from olive oil, it is a water-in-oil emulsifier that allows for softer emulsions than glyceryl stearate.
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COCO GLUCOSIDE
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A very mild cleansing agent naturally derived from coconut oil and fruit sugar.
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PENTYLENE GLYCOL
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An alcohol with humectant and anti-bacterial properties (can be used as a preservative).
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CETEARYL ALCHOL
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An emulsifying and stabilizing wax produced from the reduction of plant oils and natural waxes. Also used as an emollient and to give high viscosity to a finished product. Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols consisting primarily of cetyl and stearyl alcohol, (used to create cosmetic emulsions, and for its anti-foaming and lubrication action. Stearyl alcohol is also a viscosity agent and builder. It is a saturated alcohol of high purity).
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CETYL ALCOHOL
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A versatile ingredient that can serve as an emollient, emulsifier thickener, binder, foam booster or emulsion stabilizer, depending on the formulation and need. It is derived from coconut or palm oil as well as being synthetically manufactured. It is considered by some sources to be non-comedogenic material.
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CERATONIA SILIQUA GUM
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Is the ground seed of the ripe fruit of St Johns bread (carob) ceratonia siliqua L (Locust Bean) used for binding, emollient, emulsion stabilising, film foaming, masking and viscosity controlling.
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SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE
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An emulsifier. It can be obtained by natural or synthetic sources. Derived from the sodium salt of lactic acid and stearic acid. Sodium stearoyl lactylate offers skin moisturisation and a smooth feel on application.
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MALTODEXTRIN
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A polysaccharide obtained most often from corn, potatoes or rice starch. It is considered to be absorbent and skin conditioning, and can be used as an emulsion stabilizer or a film former.
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SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE
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An emulsifier. It can be obtained by natural or synthetic sources. Derived from the sodium salt of lactic acid and stearic acid. Sodium stearoyl lactylate offers skin moisturisation and a smooth feel on application.
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SUCROSE
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An emollient mild emulsifier and humectant. It can be used in place of glycerine.
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SODIUM BENZOATE
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A non-toxic organic salt preservative that is particularly effective against yeast, with some activity against moulds and bacteria.
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SORBITOL
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Absorbs moisture from the air to prevent skin dryness, leaving skin smooth and velvety. However if the skins moisture content is greater than that of the atmosphere, it will draw moisture out of the skin, thereby increasing the feeling of dryness.
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PANTHENOL (pro-vitamin B5)
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Acts as a penetrating moisturiser, can stimulate cellular proliferation and aid in tissue repair. Acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
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POTASSIUM SORBATE
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A preservative primarily against mould and yeast. It is non-toxic but may cause mild skin irritation.
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HYDROXYACETOPHENONE
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Acts as a preservative booster, anti-irritant, antioxidant. As a booster it improves the efficacy of various preservatives.
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POLYGLYCERYL-6-STEARATE
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An emulsifier that can be found in products for sensitive skins.
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MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE
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Provides good slip and softness and acts as a binder.
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LECITHIN
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A natural emollient, emulsifier, antioxidant and spreading agent. Obtained from soya beans, it attracts water and acts as a moisturiser. Found in all living organisms.
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GLYCINE
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An amino acid used as a texturizer in cosmetics formulations. It makes up approx. 30 percent of the collagen molecule.
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GLYCINE SOYA PROTEIN
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A multi-functional ingredient that serves as a solvent emulsifier, surfactant and skin conditioner. It can also help improve skin moisturisation.
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SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE
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An amino acid-based cleansing agent and oil-in-water emulsifier. It can be obtained from natural and synthetic sources.
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GLYCERYL POLYACRYLATE
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Is a film former and viscosity agent with strong hydrating power and a very high water absorbing capacity. It contains a natural fragment of elastic and can help to reconstruct the dermis and increase skin firmness. |
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BENZYL ALCOHOL
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A preservative against bacteria.
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PHENOXYETHANOL
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A broad range preservative with fungicidal, bactericidal, insecticidal and germicidal properties. It has a relatively low sensitizing factor in leave-on cosmetics.
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DEHYDROACETIC ACID
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A preservative with low sensitizing potential. This is a weak acid used as a fungi and bacteria destroying agent in cosmetics. The presence of organic matter decreases its effectiveness. It is not irritating or allergy causing when applied to the skin.
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PROPANEDIOL
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A solvent and used to reduce a formulation’s viscosity. It can be synthetically manufactured or naturally derived from certain plants e.g. corn.
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CELLULOSE GUM
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A thickener, binder and emulsifier equivalent to cellulose fiber. It is resistant to bacterial decomposition and provides a product with uniform viscosity. It can prevent skin moisture loss by forming a film on the skins surface. Constituents are any of several fibrous substances consisting of the chief part of a plants cell walls (often extracted from wood pulp or cotton).
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CITRONELLOL
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A constituent of plant essential oils found abundantly in eucalyptus oil, it is used for masking odour or providing a fragrance component to a cosmetic product.
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GERANIOL
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Perfuming and tonic properties. It is a primary constituent in many essential oils including citronella lavender, lemongrass, orange flower and ylang ylang.
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BENZYL BENZOATE
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An anti-microbial, it can also act as a solvent, helping dissolve other substances in the product and as a perfuming ingredient. It is the ester of benzyl alcohol and benzoic acid (benzoic acid is a preservative against moulds and yeasts).
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FARNESOL
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Described as a substance of high biological potential, capable of acting in the skin as a true bio activator. A biological precursor and fatty alcohol, Farnesol is one component of Vitamin K. It is said to help smooth wrinkles, normalize sebum secretion and increase the skins elasticity, tissue tension and moisture binding capability and it can penetrate the epidermis. In humans farnesol is found in the skin and is involved in sterol biosynthesis. It is also used for its odour masking, and skin soothing properties. It is widely present in vegetables and found in essential oils.
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XANTHAN GUM (CORN STARCH GUM)
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Serves as a texturizer, carrier agent and gelling agent in cosmetics preparations. It also stabilizes and thickens formulations.
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BENZYL SALICYLATE
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A fragrance found naturally occurring in carnations and in certain members of the primrose family although it can be derived for cosmetic use from natural essential oils, such as jasmine oil, neroli, ylang ylang, it can be synthetically manufactured.
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CITRAL
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A naturally occurring aroma compound used to provide a lemon type fragrance. Citral is a constituent of lemon oil, lemon grass, lime oil, ginger oil, verbena oil and other plant derived essential oils.
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EUGENOL
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A botanical fraction, it is anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and pain relieving, it can mask odour or provide fragrance generally associated with clove cinnamon and bay leaf.
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LIMONENE
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Used as a perfuming ingredient, it can also act as a solvent, it is naturally occurring citrus rind and in a variety of essential oils including grapefruit, lime, peppermint and sage.
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LINALOOL
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A fragrant component of both lavender and coriander. It can be incorporated into cosmetics for perfuming or odour masking activity.
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PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULIS (SWEET ALMOND OIL)
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An emollient locks in moisture, works to keep the skin intact and supple and contains essential fatty acids.
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| BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) |
Is an emollient. It is highly moisturising with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It stimulates cell renewal and promotes healing. |
| ALOE BARDADENSIS (ALOE VERA) |
Soothes skin with its anti-inflammatory properties. It also offers antioxidant and antibacterial properties, and promotes healing effects on scars and wounds. It provides natural protection against UV damage.
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COCO NUCIFERA (VIRGIN COCONUT OIL)
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High in protective antioxidants and antibacterial fatty acids. It provides moisturising effects and prevents water loss.
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COENOCHLORIS SIGNIENSIS (SNOW ALGAE)
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Strengthens the skins barrier function, increases skin hydration, enhances DNA repair and cellular activity and produces a restorative effect on the skin.
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ORANGE FLOWER WATER
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Stimulates new cell growth (collagen and elastin synthesis), has exfoliating properties, smooths fine lines, replenishes moisture in the skin and increases the thickness of the epidermis and brightens skin.
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GALACTOARABINAN
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A highly efficient polysaccharide with skin tightening properties for instant radiance. It helps encourage skin cell renewal, promoting the reduction of scarring and stretch marks. |
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HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL)
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Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, astringent and moisturising.
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HIBISCUS BERRY
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Rich in antioxidants, firming and lifting effects, moisturising, contains natural AHAs for smoothing, brightening and improving rough texture and good for breakouts.
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BILBERRY
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Antioxidant contains vitamin C, natural anti-inflammatory, nourishes and protects skin at a cellular level.
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CARRAGEENAN EXTRACT
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A very common thickener that, in its sodium salt form, has jellifying properties. It can help maintain the skin feeling soft and in good condition. Carrageenan is a polysaccharide of red algae origin with a seaweed like odour and is considered non-toxic.
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VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPESEED OIL)
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Has moisturising and nourishing properties because of its high linoleic acid content. Grapeseed oil is the fixed oil obtained by pressing grapeseeds.
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