Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.
Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.
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Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Roles: Hair conditioning, Humectant
Moisturizing
Softening
Lifting
Elasticity improvement
Nutrifying
Rejuvenation
Hair gloss
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Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Fruit Powder
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Aloe Ferox (Cape Aloe) Leaf Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Palmitate)VitaminsAntioxidant
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
Lightening
Nutrifying
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a derivative of ascorbic and palmitic acids. It's a fat-soluble form of Vitamin C. It penetrates into the skin through cell membranes. Acts as an antioxidant. Due to its antioxidant properties, it is considered a rejuvenating vitamin. Controls the production of collagen in cells. Non-irritant at neutral pH.
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Hypoxis Hemerocallidea (African Potatoe) Extract
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Jasmine Officinale (Jasmine) Essential Oil
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Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Essential Oil
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Illicium Verum (Anise) Seed Essential Oil
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TocopherolAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Regeneration
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
Good for dry skin
Tocopherol is one of the most popular active ingredients in cosmetics. It’s a brilliant component. It's a form of Vitamin E and it does help the skin and hair a lot. It conditions the skin, strengthens its barrier, protects it against harm, and makes the tone even. It also helps your skin and hair to resist the sun. It’s safe but can irritate sensitive skin sometimes. Pay attention to concentration!
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Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
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Atlas Cedarwood Essential Oil
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Kigelia Africana Fruit Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Soothing
Lifting
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Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Citric AcidAntioxidantAHA
Roles: Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance, Masking
Cleansing
Exfoliating
Soothing
Lightening
Lifting
Hair growth stimulating
Citric Acid is one of the AHAs and it is a super useful component! It’s a great antioxidant. It acts as a soft peeling that removes dead cells and kills bacteria. It becomes even more effective if used with other cosmetic acids. Combined formulations are more active, but can irritate sensitive skin if used too often. The component can also whiten the skin and remove dark areas.
It can be an irritator due to its naturally lower pH level of 2.2. But manufacturers also use it as a pH adjuster so in most cases you will not have any issues.
