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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Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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L-Carnitine
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ResveratrolAntioxidant
Anti-aging
Lightening
Lifting
Elasticity improvement
Nutrifying
Rejuvenation
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Garcinia Mangostana Extract
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
Moisturizing
Softening
Nutrifying
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Sodium Levulinate
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
Antiseptic
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Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Phyllanthus Emblica (Indian Gooseberry) Fruit ExtractAntioxidant
Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.
Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.
1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.
Caprylyl Glycol is a vey popular skincare ingredient. It makes the product spread better and feel better on your skin. It’s a preservative and it improves the effect of other preservatives. It’s also a humectant which helps to retain water. It’s good for keeping your skin in good shape. But manufacturers use it as a supporting component rather than the main one.
Xanthan Gum is used as a thickener or rheology modifier and emulsion stabilizer. It doesn’t provide any notable skin-related effects and is used mostly for formulation purposes. It makes the product’s texture smooth and even. It’s a naturally-derived thickener. Notable fact: it can also be found in the food you eat every day, so it is 100% safe.
