Octocrylene is an organic chemical sunscreen. It protects against UVA and UVB rays that can damage your skin or even lead to melanoma. It also stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients in a formulation and increases the water resistance of a product. It is approved by the FDA in concentrations of up to 10%. It’s not a very effective component on its own, that’s why manufacturers combine it with other chemical sunscreens.
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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
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Propylheptyl Caprylate
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Roles: Skin conditioning, Emollient
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Ethylhexyl Salicylate
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Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Roles: Skin conditioning, Film former, Hair conditioning
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Bismuth Oxychloride
Roles: Colorant
UV Protection
Antiseptic
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Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Protection
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Tinosorb S
Roles: Skin conditioning, Hair conditioning
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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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Silica
Silica is used for improving texture of the product. It helps the product to spread out evenly. Very often it’s used in different exfoliants as an abrasive. It's safe and non-toxic.
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Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Roles: Emollient
Softening
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Bisabolol
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance, Masking
Softening
Soothing
Lightening
Healing
Antiseptic
Protection
Bisabolol is one of the most effective healing ingredients in cosmetics. It is a great component for reducing inflammation. It contains a lot of Vitamin B5 known as Panthenol, but it acts much better than Panthenol due to its wider effectiveness. It softens the skin and helps to recover skin cells after dryness. It is also a nice protector – it helps to protect the skin from aggressive chemical and physical impact. Bisabolol, Panthenol, and Allantoin are the true saviors and very often you can find all these 3 components mixed in a product for better efficiency.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil is known for ages. It has a pleasant scent but it's not the only great property of this component. It has great antiseptic and antibacterial activity which is great for oily skin. It also helps to heal small wounds and calm down the skin.
Dehydroacetic Acid is a nice preservative. It has potent antifungal and antibacterial properties. It’s not toxic and it doesn’t irritate the skin. Used to increase the shelf life of a product.
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.
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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!
Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.
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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2-Hexanediol
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Hypnea Musciformis (Hypneaceae) Extract
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Ulva Lactuca (Sea Lettuce) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Ecklonia Cava Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Codium Tomentosum (Algae) Extract
Moisturizing
Softening
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Anticellulite
Tones up skin
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Agarum Cribrosum Extract
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Enteromorpha Compressa (Linnaeus) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Saccharina Japonica Extract
Roles: Fragrance
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Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Dunaliella Salina Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Sargassum Fulvellum Extract
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Sargassum Muticum Extract
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Porphyra Yezoensis Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Fucus Vesiculosus ExtractAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
Moisturizing
Soothing
Anti-aging
Elasticity improvement
Anticellulite
Protection
Hair structure improvement
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Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Roles: Fragrance
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Spirulina Platensis Extract
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Jania Rubens Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Gelidium Cartilagineum (Red Algae) Extract
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Euglena Gracilis Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract
Roles: Viscosity controlling
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Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Soothing
Antiseptic
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Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Softening
Lightening
Hair structure improvement
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Codium Fragile Extract
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Laminaria Hyperborea Extract
Roles: Fragrance
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Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Chlorella Ferment
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Chlorella Minutissima Extract
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Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
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Salicornia Herbacea Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Phenoxyethanol
Roles: Fragrance, Preservative
Antiseptic
Phenoxyethanol is one of the most popular preservatives. It kills bacteria and makes the product live longer. Manufacturers like this ingredient because it can dissolve in any liquid, even in oils.
Another purpose of this component is the fixation of aromas in perfumery. Phenoxyethanol is also used as a strong antiseptic and a good antibacterial agent. It is widely used in dermatological cosmetics alongside natural antiseptics such as chamomile, sage, and calendula.
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Plankton Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Soothing
Nutrifying
Regeneration
Protection
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Pikea Robusta Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Hydrolyzed Ulva Lactuca Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Haematococcus Pluvialis (Algae) Extract
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Laminaria Digitata Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
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Hibiscus Sabdariffa (Roselle) Flower Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Disodium EDTA
Roles: Chelating, Viscosity controlling
Disodium EDTA is an emulsion stabilizer and chelating agent. It deactivates the metal ions preventing them from reacting with other active ingredients. It improves the stability of a cosmetic formula and keeps the product’s consistency, texture, and pH unchanged. It doesn’t have any skincare effects and is used for formulation purposes only.
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Roles: Skin conditioning, Deodorant
Moisturizing
Softening
Antiseptic
Deodorant
Ethylhexylglycerin makes the skin softer, smoother and more hydrated. It acts deeply but without any heavy or sticky feeling. In haircare products, it works as a conditioner and scalp cleanser. It is safe but only in concentration below 8% in rinse-off products and below 2% in leave-on products. Can be an irritator in higher concentrations. In general, this component is great if you see it somewhere at the bottom of the list.