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.
Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.
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Tocopheryl AcetateVitaminsAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning
Softening
Nutrifying
Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of Vitamine E. It’s used as an alternative to Tocopherol because it is more stable in the formulation. It has all the positive effects of Tocopherol plus better stability. It’s a brilliant component. It conditions and nourishes the skin helping it to resist aging. It also helps to protect the skin from the sun. High concentrations of Tocopheryl Acetate can lead to irritation and allergic reactions.
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Myroxylon Pereirae (Balsam Peru) Oil
Roles: Fragrance
Soothing
Healing
Antiseptic
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Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Roles: Fragrance
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Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Oil
Roles: Skin conditioning, Emollient
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Cinnamomum Cassia (Cinnamon) Leaf Oil
Roles: Flavoring, Fragrance, Masking
Soothing
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Anticellulite
Tones up skin
Regeneration
Hair strengthening
Hair gloss
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Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Nutmeg Oil
Roles: Flavoring, Fragrance
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning, Emollient, Fragrance
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Lifting
Healing
Regeneration
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
Bad for oily skin
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Roles: Skin conditioning
Good for oily skin
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Chlorophyll
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Mica
Roles: Colorant
Mica is a natural mineral used in cosmetics because of its beautiful and shiny appearance. It’s used in powders, highlighters, and other makeup products. It’s absolutely neutral to our skin and will not cause any skin-related problems.
BHA
