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ACAI
A palm tree, native to Central and South America, known for its deep purple berries.
The fruit extract is used as a potent antioxidant in skin-care products and supplements.
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ACETONE
A colourless and strong-smelling solvent found in many nail-polish removers, it works by softening and dissolving the polymer molecules in polishes, gels, and acrylics.
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ACIDIC
Having a pH (‘potential hydrogen’) less than 7. Human skin’s barrier is naturally slightly acidic, with a pH hovering around 4.5 to 5.5. When it drops out of range, skin becomes prone to breakouts and irritation.
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ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Form of Carbon found in cleansers and masks, has been specially treated to increase its absorbency, allowing it to sponge up dirt and oil from pores.
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AHA (Alpha-Hydroxy Acid)
Natural acids derived from fruit, dairy products and sugar cane. Helpful in loosening and removing dead skin cells from skin. Enhances the skin’s texture and overall appearance. Effective in smoothing skin and wrinkles.
AHA examples: Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Malic Acid and Citric Acid.
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ALGURONIC ACID
A blend of natural Algae extracts, it is used to minimize wrinkles while firming and brightening the skin.
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ALKALINE
Having a pH (‘potential hydrogen’) greater than 7. Alkaline substances are the opposite of acidic. When skin is too alkaline, may be because of using the wrong skincare products, it gets dry, irritated, inflamed, and more prone to wrinkling.
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ALMOND OIL
Almond Oil has the goodness of Vitamin E & A, enough fatty acids, and proteins. It gets absorbed on the skin easily and moisturizes pretty well.
ALOE VERA
Aloe Vera is a water-storing plant in a gel-like form that contains vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and amino acids - all beneficial for face and neck. -
ALPHA LIPOIC ACID
This fatty acid found in all cells in the body contributes to skin's smoothness. It dissolves in both fat and water, enabling it to penetrate well into all parts of skin cells.
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AMINO ACIDS
The building blocks of the proteins that make up collagen and elastin. They give the skin its structural support. Aging and a combination of external factors (including UV light and environmental toxins) reduce the level of amino acids in the body; creams containing amino acids may help restore them.
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ANTHOCYANINS
A class of flavonoids, these red, blue, and violet plant pigments are thought to protect against inflammatory diseases and free-radical damage.
The most recent data suggests they may help slow skin aging by curbing UV-induced skin damage. -
ANTIOXIDANT
Any ingredient that reduces free-radical damage to the skin. These are molecules that slow down or prevent oxidation of other molecules. In skin care, antioxidants help prevent premature ageing.
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ARBUTIN
Extract from the bearberry plant. Used as a complexion-brightening antioxidant. Known to be a natural and milder alternative to skin-bleaching hydroquinone.
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ARGAN OIL
This fast-absorbing, vitamin E-rich extract is known for its ability to moisturize without clogging pores, reduce the appearance of fine lines, smooth hair, and strengthen nails.
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ARGININE
A wound-healing Amino acid – is necessary building block of skin collagen and hair keratin.
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ASCORBIC ACID
A form of antioxidant vitamin C brightens the skin, increases collagen production, and stems free-radical damage, making it a popular skin care ingredient.
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AVENA SATIVA
Also known as colloidal oatmeal, the anti-inflammatory antioxidant is commonly used in skin care to treat dryness, itch, and irritation.
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AVOBENZONE
A chemical found in sunscreens for absorbing UVA rays to reduce their penetration into the skin. Please note it provide protection against UVB rays.
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AVOCADO EXTRACTS
Avocado extracts are a very rich source of various Vitamins (C, E, B2, B3, B5) and Oelic acid. Avocado extracts are known for their excellent skin hydrating and moisturising property.
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AZELAIC ACID
It's a natural component composed of wheat, barley, rye, and the yeast living on human skin.
Used in many skin treatments like rosacea, acne, etc. Its synthetic derived versions kill bacteria living in skin pores while reducing inflammation.
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AZULENE
A key ingredient in waxing kits, this blue oil is derived from chamomile and revered for its soothing properties.
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BANANA EXTRACT
Banana fruit extracts are a natural source of Vitamins E and Alpha-Hydroxy Acid which help in moisturizing and gently refining the skin.
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BHA (Beta-Hydroxy Acid / Salicylic Acid)
BHA is good for skin exfoliation. It also provides anti-inflammatory action. BHA also dissolves body substances that causes cells to stick together, therefore making it effective in combating acne.
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BENTONITE (Montmorillonite)
An absorbent clay, derived from weathered volcanic ash, it is rich in antibacterial minerals, it’s commonly used in purifying or detoxifying cleansers and masks, as it pulls pollutants, sebum, and grime from pores.
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BENZOIC ACID
It is a natural pH adjuster and preservative. It is also known for its properties to heal, soothe and moisturize skin.
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BENZOYL PEROXIDE
An acne medicine that kills pimple-causing bacteria and exfoliates pores.
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BEES WAX
Beeswax is known to hydrate, condition, and soothe the skin. It is also known to exfoliate and promote the skin’s regeneration. An excellent hydrator, it helps protect against environmental pollutants and the sun.
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BETA CAROTENE
A red-orange pigment found in certain fruits and vegetables. It’s a precursor to vitamin A (retinol). When eaten, the body converts it into antioxidant vitamin A. It is known to help maintain skin and eye health.
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BETA GLUCANS
A form of sugar molecule. It is found in the cell walls of bacteria, fungi, yeasts, algae, grains (oats, barley, etc). It can strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier and keep germs away.
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BETA HYDROXY ACID (BHA)
A form of chemical exfoliants known to penetrate deeply into pores to remove dead skin and pigmentation. Salicylic acid (a common BHA) is found in many acne washes, creams, and peels.
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BIOCELLULOSE
A popular biodegradable bacterial-derived-fibre sheet-mask material, is known for its unparalleled moisture retention. It helps drive active ingredients into the skin.
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BIOTIN
A form of vitamin B, it is found in carrots, almonds, milk, and other foods. It is important for regulating hair and nail growth. Shampoos and conditioners containing it usually claim that it reduces hair breakage by increasing elasticity.
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BISABOLOL
A floral-scented chamomile extract used as a moisturizer, anti-inflammatory, and an anti-microbial.
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BLACKHEAD
A kind of skin blemish that forms when the sebum (oil) draining from a pore becomes blocked by a clump of dead skin cells. Its gets it dark colour from its own pigment, which darkens when exposed to air.
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BROMELAIN
An anti-inflammatory enzyme derived from the stem or fruit of the pineapple plant.
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BUTYLENE GLYCOL
A lightweight moisturizing agent, this ingredient is commonly found in makeup removers and makeup (for thinning and making glide on skin easily)
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BOTANICALS
Ingredients derived from plants
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CAFFEINE
Helps to reduce puffiness and redness by constricting blood vessels.
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CALAMINE
A light pink liquid, made from mixing zinc oxide and ferric oxide. Used to treat itching and minor skin irritations.
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CANNABIDIOL (CBD)
Extracted from the cannabis sativa plant, this oil is used in beauty products mainly for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and moisturizing properties.
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CARROT SEED OIL
Carrot Seed Oil is known for its properties in helping skin damage along with its benefits in curing microbial skin issues.
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CARNITINE
Also called L-carnitine, this amino acid helps convert fat into energy when naturally present in the human body. In the skin-care, the ingredient is often found in cellulite and eye creams for its anti-inflammatory activity that can temporarily smooth puckering or puffiness.
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CARNOSINE
Naturally occurring amino-acid, that prevents inflammation, glycation, and free-radical activity. Unfortunately, its level present in our bodies decline with age. Some research indicates that oral supplements and topical creams containing it can delay premature wrinkling, collagen breakdown, and thinning of the skin.
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CEDAR-WOOD OIL
Helps promote hair growth and also keeps the scalp free from the fungal and bacterial formation.
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CELLULITE
Affecting more women than men. Up to 90 percent of women suffer from it (due to estrogen and genetics). Cellulite occurs when fat cells swell and push through the tight, fibrous tissue bands (or septa) walling them in, creating a dimpled or lumpy appearance.
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CERAMIDES
Naturally occurring in sebum (skin's oil), these fats / fatty acids hold together the cells of the epidermis (surface of the skin) to reinforce the skin's protective barrier.
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CERTIFIED ORGANIC
These ingredients must be grown without the use of synthetic fertilizers or chemicals. They also must be grown, prepared, processed and packaged according to the specific standards of the country which they are being certified in. They then must be certified by an Organic Certification Body.
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CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Antiseptic cleansing agent
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CETYL / STEARYL ALCOHOL
Fatty alcohols that stabilize creams and cleansers and create a silky feeling.
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CHAMOMILE-FLOWER EXTRACT
A popular ingredient in cleansers and creams for sensitive skin, this moisturizing botanical is known for calming inflammation while combating free-radical damage.
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CITRIC ACID
Found in many fruits, the antioxidant alpha hydroxy acid acts as a natural preservative. When used in peels, masks, and washes, it brightens and exfoliates the upper layers of the skin, encouraging new collagen formation.
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COCONUT OIL
Coconut Oil is known to be a skin protector and hydration oil, as it works on the outermost layers. It is extremely rich in medium-fatty acids, and that helps in great hydration and also offers protection from many harmful microorganisms.
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COCOAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Derived from coconut oil, it’s a mild cleansing agent.
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COCO GLUCOSIDE
Derived from coconut oil and fruit sugars, this is a foaming and cleansing agent
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COENZYME Q-10 (COQ10)
An antioxidant present in the skin which declines with exposure to sun. It is used commonly in anti-ageing skincare to help strengthen cells and improve the texture of the skin.
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COFFEEBERRY
A powerful antioxidant extracted from the fruit of the coffee berry or California buckthorn plant.
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COLLAGEN
This protein makes up 80 percent of the skin, and its fibres give skin its firmness and strength. It naturally breaks down over time, but certain ingredients, such as retinol and peptides, can stimulate new collagen production. The most abundant protein in the human body, it makes skin thick, strong, and smooth.
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COMEDONE
A broad term for a pore, or hair follicle, that's blocked by sticky dead skin cells and the sebum that can't drain properly. When the follicle remains open, the sebum's pigment darkens from air exposure, forming a blackhead. When a particular bacteria invade the clogged pore, the resulting inflammation creates a whitehead.
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COPPER PEPTIDES
These amino acids help to heal wounds, protect collagen from free-radical injury, soothe inflammation, and promote new collagen formation.
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COSMECEUTICALS
Cosmetic products that contain biologically active ingredients and claim to have pharmaceutical benefits.
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CYSTIC ACNE
This severe, potentially scarring form of acne develops when a plug of dead skin cells, sebum, and P. Acnes bacteria lodges deep inside a pore, creating a tender, pus-filled bump that sometimes ruptures the pore wall, spreading to surrounding tissue.
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DECYL GLUCOSIDE
Derived from coconut oil and corn starch, it is a foaming and cleansing agent, so mild its used in baby products.
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DERMATOLOGICALLY TESTED
Means tested on skin.
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DERMOFEEL GSC
Highly effective and stable emulsifier for smooth finishes.
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DIMETHICONE
A form of silicone used commonly in oil-free moisturisers for its slip and hydration properties.
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DISODIUM EDTA
Used as a chelating and foaming agent, a cleaning agent. So safe its even used in food items
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DMDM HYDANTOIN
A mild preservative is suitable for skincare products. Helps against bacterial, fungi, or yeast development.
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DNA REPAIR ENZYMES
Proven to correct the UV-induced DNA damage underlying wrinkles, brown spots, and skin cancer, these liposomal encapsulated marine extracts break the abnormal bonds forged by UV light, causing atoms in our DNA to resume their normal positions.
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DOUBLE CLEANSE
The Korean ritual of using a cleansing oil in tandem with a water-based face wash to thoroughly dissolve and remove oil-based makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants.
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ECZEMA
The most common form of this chronic, noncontagious skin disorder is atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by itchy, red, scaly patches that often show up on the inner elbows, behind the knees, and around the neck and eyes. Prevalent in young children, it's increasingly diagnosed in adults — especially those with a family history of the condition — and may flare with exposure to harsh soaps, fragrances, and foods that provoke an allergic response.
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EDTA
Mild preservative and extremely gentle cleansing agent
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Stretchy structural proteins that allow skin to snap back into place. Elastin is particularly vulnerable to sun damage.
Mild preservative and extremely gentle cleansing agent
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ELLAGIC ACID
Commonly added to skin-care products and supplements, this polyphenol exists naturally in pecans, pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, walnuts, dark-colored grapes, and red wines, and possesses antioxidant and anti-cancer properties.
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EMOLLIENT (MOISTURIZER)
Any ingredient that increases water levels in the epidermis.
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EMULSIFIER
Chemicals such as Cetyl-alcohol that bind together ingredients in skin-care products.
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EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE (EGCG)
The main active component of green tea, this anti-inflammatory polyphenol has been shown to reduce sun damage and slow signs of aging by neutralizing free radicals.
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ERYTHRULOSE
A berry-derived sugar that slowly and subtly darkens the skin. It’s typically used in conjunction with DHA to deliver a longer-lasting, more natural-looking glow.
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ESSENCE
A Korean skin-care staple, these concentrated formulas with a water- or serum-like consistency are splashed on post-cleansing to boost hydration and prepare the skin to absorb subsequent products.
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EUCALYPTUS OIL
Eucalyptus oil is anti-inflammatory and provides natural cooling sensation. It is also known for soothing a painful sunburn. Its anti-bacterial properties help protect the skin from any infection.
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FERULIC ACID
Plant based antioxidant which enhances the stability of Vitamin C and E.
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FEVERFEW
A plant extract, it reduces redness, fights free radicals, and calms inflammation.
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FIBROBLASTS
Plentiful in connective tissue throughout the body, including the dermis, these cells produce the collagen and elastin responsible for keeping skin pliant and springy. Topical retinoids ramp up collagen production in fibroblasts.
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FLAVONOIDS
While they're present in all plants, this class of antioxidant phytochemicals is especially abundant in deeply pigmented fruits and vegetables, along with coffee, nuts, and seeds.
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FREE RADICALS
Highly unstable molecules created in the body by sunlight, cigarette smoke, and pollution that latch onto and damage cells in ways that can lead to roughness, sagging, and wrinkling.
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FRUIT ENZYMES
Typically sourced from papaya, pineapple, and pumpkin, they break down the keratin proteins comprising dead skin cells, offering a mild form of exfoliation.
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GENISTEIN
A phytoestrogen, or plant hormone, found in soybeans. In skin care, it’s known for its skin-brightening and antioxidant effects. It is known to stimulate collagen production.
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GLABRIDIN
A chemical found in the root extract of liquorice, this skin-brightening antioxidant inhibits pigment production in the skin.
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GLUCOSAMINE
Found throughout the human body, the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory ingredient has long been used as an oral supplement (to relieve arthritis). Its topical application may reduce hyperpigmentation and boost hyaluronic acid production. Used for smoothing fine lines / wrinkles.
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GLYCATION
This age-accelerating process occurs when sugar molecules in the bloodstream bind to protein tissue throughout the body, creating advanced glycation end products (AGEs), free-radical damage, and inflammation. Among the tissues affected are the collagen and elastin fibres responsible for keeping skin smooth, plump, and flexible.
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GLYCERINE
A hydrating ingredient used commonly in moisturising products.
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GLYOLIC ACID
An AHA derived from Sugar Cane which exfoliates the skin, smoothing out fine lines and uneven texture.
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GOJI EXTRACT
Derived from a small fruit native to Asia, it's rich in zinc, fatty acid, and antioxidants. Taken orally or applied topically, the ingredient claims to slow the signs of aging and fend off environmental damage to skin, though there have been no large clinical studies on humans.
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GRAPE-SEED EXTRACT
Boasting antioxidant levels that are far more powerful than vitamins E and C, topical and oral formulations of the ingredient are used to protect the skin against UV damage and other environmental assaults.
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GRAPE-SEED OIL
This hydrating ingredient's high fatty acid and antioxidant content makes it a popular addition to moisturizers, wrinkle creams, and hair-care products.
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GREEN TEA
A powerful antioxidant.
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GUAVA EXTRACTS
Guava fruit extracts are a natural source of Vitamins C, E, and Gallic Acid which help in skin nourishment and overall health because of its anti-microbial and healing properties.
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HELIOCARE
A dietary supplement which is an antioxidant-rich extract. Derived from a tropical fern, shown in clinical studies to reduce UV-induced inflammation and free-radical formation to help protect skin against sun damage (when used in conjunction with broad-spectrum sunscreen).
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HEMP SEED OIL
Pressed from the seeds of industrial hemp plants, this supercharged moisturizer packs vitamins, minerals, and inflammation-quelling essential fatty acids.
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HONEY
Honey is known for its moisturizing, gently exfoliating, and skin even-toning properties. Honey is also known to help in healing small cuts and scars on the skin.
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Hyaluronic Acid
A sugar molecule which increases the skin’s moisture content. It can hold 1000 times its weight in water.
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HYDROGEL
A thick, transparent polymer material comprising certain sheet masks, known for its close fit and water-binding capabilities.
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HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN
Found in beauty supplements and drinks aiming to plump and hydrate the skin, these collagen proteins have been broken down into smaller peptides to make for easier absorption into the bloodstream.
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HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE
A wrinkle-fighting form of vitamin A shown to be less irritating and more stable than traditional retinol.
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HYPOALLERGENIC
Means that the product is less likely to cause an allergic reaction. This does not guarantee you will not react, you will still need to check specific ingredients if you are super sensitive.
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HUMECTANTS
This class of moisturizing ingredients pulls water from the atmosphere into the top layer of the skin.
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HYDROQUINONE
Available without a prescription in strengths up to 2 percent (4 percent in prescription formulas), it inhibits pigment production to lighten dark spots.
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HYPERPIGMENTATION
Often triggered by UV light exposure, a wound, illness, hormonal changes, or certain drugs, this darkening of the skin might appear as a uniform tan, melasma (patches of discoloration), or an isolated acne scar.
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IDEBENONE
A bio-engineered antioxidant used to combat free radicals, found in some anti-ageing products.
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ISOPROPYL PALMITATE
Isopropyl palmitate is the ester of Isopropyl Alcohol and Palmitic Acid. It is used as an emollient, moisturizer, thickening, and anti-static agent.
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JOJOBA OIL
An oil derived from an evergreen shrub used for its softening and hydrating properties.It most closely resembles the skin’�™s own natural oils.
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KAOLIN CLAY
A natural clay which offers adhesion to cosmetic products. Absorbs oil, and drives out impurities, so it’s great for an oily / acne-ic skin.
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KERATIN
Naturally occurring protein that forms more than 50% of hair buildup. Keratin is known to improve the strength and texture of hair and restore its natural shine. It is also known to protect the outermost part of the hair structure from the external environment like sun, pollutants, and water. Keratin is also known to make the hair thicker and shinier.
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KINETIN
A hydrating compound found in plants that encourages cell division, the popular ingredient is thought to reduce wrinkling and even skin tone and texture.
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KIWI EXTRACTS
Kiwi fruit extracts are a natural source of Vitamins C, E, and Actinidin Enzyme which help in skin nourishment and managing dead skin cells (cleansing dirt and other impurities).
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KOJIC ACID
This skin lightener, especially popular in Japan, has been proven to be effective at blocking the production of new melanin in the skin, but it can also cause skin irritation when used in higher concentrations.
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LACTIC ACID
An AHA derived from fermented milk, Lactic Acid exfoliates the skin to improve texture and clarity.It has a larger molecule size than glycolic acid so can be a less irritating alternative for sensitive skins.
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LANOLIN
A natural oil that comes from sheep’s wool. It has excellent moisturizing properties and is easily absorbed by our skin. Lanolin is also known to protect and soothe the skin.Used commonly in lip balms, moisturizers etc.
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LINSEED OIL
Linseed oil has excellent hydration properties. It is also known to prevent many skin surface disorders.
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LIPOSOME
A tiny vesicle (bubble-like sac), similar in construction to a cell membrane, used to encapsulate ingredients and enhance penetration into the skin; an effective delivery system.
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MANGOSTEEN BUTTER
Powerful moisturizer enriched with Vitamins, Nutrients, and Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. Very good for skin cell regeneration.
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MARULA OIL
Made from the fruit of the African Marula tree, this fast-absorbing oil boasts natural essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and flavonoids.
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MELANIN
The pigment that gives hair, skin, and eyes their colour; patches of excess melanin can cause dark spots.
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MENTHOL
Originally derived from mint plants, this cooling agent is found in some lip balms, toners, and shave gels, mainly in synthetic form. It's also used topically to relieve minor aches, stings, and itch.
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MINERAL OIL (or PARAFFIN OIL)
Liquid petrolatum which has an excellent ability to cut through grease, dirt and makeup. Commonly used in skin care and baby products. Also useful in locking in moisture.Mineral oil acts as a thin layer on the skin, and essentially creates a barrier which has been known to block pores.To be avoided when skin is problematic and prone to breakouts.
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NIACINAMIDE
A form of Vitamin B3 that helps to strengthen skin and improve elasticity whilst reducing redness.
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OCTOCRYLENE
An active ingredient in sunscreens, this clear, colorless chemical offers only limited protection against UVA and UVB rays on its own, but can stabilize and strengthen the sun-protective powers of any UV filters it's combined with.
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OLIVE OIL
Olive oil is an excellent skin moisturizer and known for its anti-aging properties.
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OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS
Abundant in herring, mackerel, wild salmon, walnuts, flaxseed, and olive oil, these essential fatty acids maintain the function of cell membranes throughout the body, preserving cells' ability to take in nutrients, dispose of waste, and hold onto water. In the epidermis, this can translate to smoother, more supple, hydrated skin.
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OXYBENZONE
Also known as benzophenone-3, this chemical sunscreen absorbs mainly UVB rays, which is why it is combined with UVA-absorbing filters (like avobenzone) to create broad-spectrum sunscreens.
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PANTHENOL
A B vitamin that moisturizes and strengthens both skin and hair.
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PAPAIN
A skin-dissolving enzyme extracted from the leaves and fruit of the papaya plant, it’s used as a gentle exfoliant in certain cleansers, masks, scrubs, and peels.
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PARABENS
A class of preservatives used to protect cosmetics against the growth of bacteria and fungi. These controversial ingredients — including methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben — have been shown to possess weak Estrogens like properties, but the FDA deems them safe when used at very low levels (.01 to .3 percent) in cosmetics. Commonly used preservatives in food and cosmetics that prevent bacteria and fungus from forming.
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PEG - 150 DISTEARATE
Palm oil based emulsifier and tickening agent.
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PEPTIDES
Proteins used in some skin care products for anti-ageing benefits. There are numerous types of peptides.
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PHENOXYETHANOL
It is a mild preservative known for its anti-bacterial properties.
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PHLOTRETIN
Derived from apples, it enhances the activity of other ingredients whilst reducing damage caused by the sun.
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PHTHALATES
These common plasticizers, used some nail polishes to increase flexibility and in some shampoos and cleansers to carry fragrance, are controversial because of a possible link to disruption of the human endocrine system. Their role in a possible increase in breast cancers in women is currently being studied.
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PHYTONUTRIENTS
Also called phytochemicals. Consuming or topically applying these beneficial compounds in fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and other edible plants helps prevent the damaging inflammation and free-radical activity that comes from UV exposure and other environmental insults.
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PLANT STEM CELLS
When part of a living apple tree, melon vine, or other plant, these unspecialized cells have the ability to divide and stimulate growth in any tissue within that plant. There's little evidence to support claims that the regenerating effects translate to human skin when plant stem cells are extracted and applied topically — though they may offer some antioxidant benefits.
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PROPOLIS
Used for centuries to heal wounds, this honeybee-made resin has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory powers. In skin care, it’s often used as a soothing antioxidant.
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RAPESEED OIL
A skin protector oil, source of Vitamin E & K, Rapeseed Oil is known to be full of anti-oxidants. It is also known to be an amazing protector against sun related skin issues.
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RETINOL (VITAMIN A)
Used mainly in anti-ageing products to stimulate the renewal of cells. Is available over the counter up to 1%.
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RESVERATROL
An antioxidant found in grapes, it neutralizes free radicals to protect skin cells from damage.
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RH 40
Castor Oil-based solubilizer is widely used in skincare products.
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SERUM
A skin-care product that contains high concentrations of active ingredients and claims superior penetration of the skin's surface when applied.
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SHEA BUTTER
Fat extracted from the nuts of a West-African tree. A plant based ingredient, Shea butter is regarded as safe for all skin types. Its properties of being anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal
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SODIUM COCOYL ISOTHIONATE
Coconut oil derived, ensures stable and velvety lather, mild on skin.
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SODIUM HYALURONATE
Sodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of Hyaluronic Acid. Sodium Hyaluronate has a much smaller size and molecular weight and that property makes it penetrate deeper into the skin, keeping the skin moisturised and hydrated deep inside.
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SODIUM LAURETH SULPHATE (SLES)
A safe and effective foaming detergent used in facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, and toothpastes; not to be confused with the more irritating sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS).
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SODIUM LAURYL SARCOCINATE
Coconut oil derived, foam booster and thorough cleanser, very effective yet mild on skin.
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SODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE
A detergent agent that cuts through oil and generates lather. Sulphate-free shampoos have become popular because of a misconception that the foaming agent may cause cancer, but no link has ever been established.
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SORBITOL
It is primarily used in cosmetics as a thickener and humectant. It is a mild conditioning agent for the skin which protects against moisture loss from the skin.
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SOY
Rich in proteins and vitamins, this natural, non-irritating extract is a mild skin brightener that blocks the transfer of pigment from pigment-making cells to surrounding skin cells.
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SPF
Sun Protection Factor. The number that follows is a measure of the time it will take for your skin to burn with the sunscreen applied, in comparison to unprotected skin.
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STRAWBERRY EXTRACTS
Strawberry fruit extracts are a natural source of Vitamins E, C, and Alpha Lipoic Acid for skin nourishment & skin foliation (natural anti-oxidant).
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SULPHATES
Cleansing agents that create a lather used to remove dirt and oil. Can be synthetic or plant derived.
There are more than 100 different varieties — some synthetic, others from natural sources, like coconut or palm oil. They're found in facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, and shaving creams. All types have the potential to dry and irritate the skin. They've come under scrutiny in recent years for their potential damage to the environment. -
SUNFLOWER OIL
Rich in Vitamin A & E, Sunflower oil helps in regenerating damaged skin and also fighting skin disorders.
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SURFACTANTS
Used as oil-dissolving detergents, emollients, and foaming agents in cleansing products. Traditional high-pH soap and sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) are stripping surfactants; milder ones include sodium laureth sulphate (SLES), decyl glucoside, coco-glucoside, and others.
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TEA TREE OIL
Known for its antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and acne subduing properties, Tea Tree Oil is a must-have in your skincare routine.
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TITANIUM DIOXIDE
A natural mineral used for sun protection like a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. Used in sunscreens and cosmetic products.
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TRIETHANOLAMINE
A cleanser that also serves to balance pH in a cosmetic product.
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UVA RAYS
The wavelength of ultraviolet light that leads to signs of aging by destroying existing collagen and elastin within the skin and undermining the body's ability to create more of each. The rays cause skin cancer, and they are also generated in tanning beds. They are constant throughout the year, which is why sun protection should be worn daily regardless of season.
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UVA
Ultraviolet rays from the sun that cause premature ageing to the skin.
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UVB
Rays that cause the skin to tan and burn.
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UVB RAYS
The high-energy wavelength of ultraviolet light that leads to darkened pigment in the form of tanning, freckles, and age spots — plus, of course, sunburns. They are strongest in summer months.
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VERSTATIL SL
Mild skin care preservative.
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VITAMIN A
Promotes the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin A is used commonly in anti-ageing products.
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VITAMIN C
A key antioxidant which strengthens collagen synthesis and promotes radiant skin.
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VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL)
A powerful antioxidant that i™s essential for the body to protect it from free radicals.Vitamin E also has excellent conditioning properties.
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XANTHAN GUM
Gentle and natural emulsifier and stabilizer.
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ZANO 10+
A gentle UVA and UVB blocker with high transparency levels.
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ZINC
A natural sun protector, acts as a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. Used in sunscreens and foundation (especially mineral makeup).
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ZINC OXIDE
A mineral in sunscreen that prevents UVA and UVB light from entering skin and doing damage.