Ingredient Dictionary
Glycereth-18
A synthetic glycerin-based ingredient used as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent.
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This hydrating ingredient is required for the production of the B vitamins panthenol and pantothenic acid, both of which benefit skin in several ways.
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A synthetic, glycerin-based ingredient which serves as a thickener and moisturizing ingredient in cosmetics. In rinse-off products, it is safely used in amounts up to 39.5%.
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Term used to describe a range of ingredients that help other ingredients spread over skin and penetrate into it. Slip agents also have humectant properties.
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Extract for which there is a small amount of research showing it can have antioxidant properties.
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Extract from the tree Sapindus saponaria. The berries contain a good amount of Saponins.
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Term that, when applied to sunscreen, refers to a sunscreen's ability to protect the skin from both UVA and UVB rays from the sun.
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The Latin name for emollient ingredient mineral oil, also known as liquid paraffin.
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Bromelain is an extract from the pineapple that contains, among other components, various closely related proteinases, demonstrating skin-soothing activities.
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