Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil is an ingredient known from ancient times. It’s the oil people receive from Sunflower Seeds and use for different purposes, including cooking. It contains a lot of Lenoic acid which moisturizes the skin, makes it softer, and reduces inflammation. The oil also works as an occlusive agent that forms a protective film and helps to keep skin hydrated.
As for haircare, it’s the second most popular basic oil used in haircare products. It helps to lower hair fragility and make hair softer.
Sweet Almond Oil is rich in Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and different minerals. It’s a very effective soothing component known from ancient times. It helps to protect the skin from the sun, make it softer and heal small wounds.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil is a great vegetable oil to counter dryness. It reduces inflammation and it’s a very nice ingredient for people with redness, eczema, and rosacea. It’s accepted very well by humans skin because its chemical structure is very similar to sebum. That’s why it will hardly provoke any allergy. It’s a very good helper for people with dry skin.
Green Tea Leaf Extract is a great antioxidant often used in Korean skincare products. It contains EGCG - the most effective flavonoid. It makes the skin look fresh, fills it with vitamines, and helps to prevent aging. It also helps to lower inflammation.
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Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Soothing
Antiseptic
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Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Sambucus Nigra (Elder) Flower Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
Soothing
Lightening
Antiseptic
Tones up skin
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Betula Platyphylla Japonica Leaf Extract
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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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.
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.
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Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Powder
Roles: Skin conditioning
Softening
Nutrifying
Rejuvenation
Anti dandruff
Hair conditioning
Hair follicle nutrition
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Olea Europaea (Olive) OilAntioxidant
Roles: Skin conditioning, Fragrance
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair follicle nutrition
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil is a great natural ingredient rich with Vitamin E and Vitamin A. It’s an antioxidant that helps to slower aging, recover elasticity and slower wrinkle forming. It makes the skin softer, smooth and lowers inflammation. In antient times people used Olive Oil for healing wounds.
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Corallina Officinalis Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Azadirachta Indica Flower Extract
Roles: Skin conditioning
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Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract
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Litsea Cubeba (May Chang) Oil
Roles: 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.
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Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
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Amber Powder
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Paeonia Suffruticosa (Moutan) Root Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Roles: Fragrance, Masking
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Propanediol
Roles: Solvent, Viscosity controlling
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.
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Linalool
Roles: Deodorant, Fragrance, Masking
Allergens
Linalool gives the product a nice and fresh lavender scent. It can be found in many essential oils. It oxidizes during air exposure and becomes allergenic. It can lead to irritation causing problems for people with sensitive skin. The threat is even higher if the product was opened several months ago. In such products, more Linalool is oxidized.
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Limonene
Roles: Fragrance
Antiseptic
Allergens
Limonene provides a nice and fresh citrus scent. It can be found in many plants. It's used in cosmetics because of its low price and pleasant smell.