Avobenzone is the only chemical UV-protection component with a broad spectrum coverage. It can help to block both UVA I and UVA II rays. It's safe and it is allowed to use at a 3% concentration in the USA and a 5% concentration in the EU countries.
There is one problem: avobenzone loses efficiency when exposed to the sun. If you are outside, it loses 36% of its ability to block UV rays an hour after application. That's why it's recommended to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
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Homosalate (7.5%)
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
UV Protection
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Octisalate (5%)
Roles: Fragrance
UV Protection
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Abies Sibirica Needle Oil
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Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
Roles: Skin conditioning
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice is a natural juice received from Aloe leaves. It has been used in cosmetics for hundreds of ages. Scientists have discovered that it contains more than 200 nutrients: minerals, amino acids, vitamins, and so on. It’s a good component for calming irritated skin. It also helps to heal wounds, helps the skin regenerate faster, improves collagen syncretization, tones up, and moisturizes the skin. It also provides a slight UV-filtering effect.
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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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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.
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Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Leaf Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning, Astringent
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.
It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.
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Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
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.
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.
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Mentha Piperita Stem/leaf Oil
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Mentha Spicata (Spearmint) Oil
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Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
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Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Polyester-8
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Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract
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Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Santalum Spicata Wood Oil
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SD Alcohol 40-B
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Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Lightening
Protection
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Thymus Vulgaris (Common Thyme) Oil
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance, Masking
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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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Triethyl CitrateAntioxidant
Roles: Deodorant, Fragrance, Masking, Solvent
Antiseptic
Deodorant
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Va/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer
Roles: Film former
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Vanillin
Roles: Flavoring, Fragrance, Masking
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Water
Roles: Solvent
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.