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Ingredient Glossary

A

Abelmoschus Esculentus Fruit Extract: A.K.A Okra extract: This extract has an abundance of amino acids, this assists in keeping skin moisturized.

Alcohol: A group of organic compounds that have a vast range of forms and uses in cosmetics. In some benign forms they are glycols used as humectants that help deliver ingredients into skin. Used as an antiseptic and solvent given it's strong grease dissolving abilities.

Algae Extract: An Active substance used to normalize the skins moisture content and to provide suppleness and firmness to the epidermis.

Allantoin: A botanical extract that is healing and soothing. It is an excellent temporary anti-irritant and aids in the healing of damaged skin by simulating new tissue growth. It is appropriate for sensitive, irritated and acne prone skins. Found in the comfrey root, it is considered non-allergenic.

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Bamboo Vinegar: Is a disinfectant for the skin. The ester content can easy permeate and deliver nutrients to the deepest layer of the epidermis. In addition the acetic acid contained in bamboo vinegar; will soften the skin cuticle relieving dermatitis and dry skin.

Barium Sulfate: Is the salt of the alkaline earth metal; it is a fine, white, odorless, tasteless powder, used as a white coloring and as a base for depilatories and other cosmetics.

Beeswax: Is used as an emulsifier for water and oil emulsions and most recently it is now used to regulate consistency. In addition it forms a sort of “network” rather than a film as is the case with petroleum.

Behenic Acid: This is a long fatty acid used in product formulations to form a viscous (is commonly perceived as "thickness" or resistance to pouring emulsion). It is a non-comedogenic raw material.

Behenyl Alcohol: A thickening agent used in cosmetics. It is not related to irritating forms of alcohol.

Bentonite: Used to regulate the viscosity and suspension properties of cosmetic formulations. Its superior water absorption abilities allow it to form a gelatinous mass.

Biosaccharide Gum-1: Is a skin-conditioning agent that also has long-lasting humectant qualities.

Bisabolol: Is extracted from chamomile and/or yarrow. It is an anti-irritant.

Boron Nitride: A synthetic, inorganic powder. It has absorbent properties in cosmetics similar to organic powders such as talc.

Butylene Glycol: i.e -Propylene Glycol: Along with other glycols and glycerol, this is a humectant and humidifying agent used to deliver ingredients in cosmetics.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) fruit: Fruit from the karite tree, scientific name Butyrospermum parkii, used to obtain the fat that makes shea butter.It is an excellent emollient. Additionally it alleviates dry skin and is an excellent sun protector.

 

c

C9 15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate: Is used as thickener and life extender for mineral pigment.

C12-16 Pareth-6 Phosphate: An Emulsifying agent and surfactant.

Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate: Is a neutral color that is highly transparent. When coated with metal oxides, extremely pure colors emerge. Effect: Sliver white, sparkling pigment with rainbow effect.

Calcium Aluminum Gorosilicate: A mixture of silicate calcium and aluminum acid used as foundation for mineral pigment.

Calcium Carbonate:IE- Chalk; used as an absorbent in cosmetics.

Calcium Pantothenate: It is a member of the B-complex family.
It is also found in large amounts of the jelly of the Queen Bee; used as an emollient.

Calcium Sodium Borosilicate: A silicate which is potassium combined with sodium from silica. It can be used as a foundation base for mineral pigment.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract: Used as a non-greasy emollient for skin care products.
Camellia plays an important role in anti-oxidation as a result of its high content of oleic acid i.e can improve the skin penetration abilities of a preparation’s components.

Candelilla Wax Hydrocarbons: Derived from candelilla plants; used as a thickening agent and emollient to give products such as stick or cream foundations their form.

Capryl/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride: Extracted from mixture fatty acid and glycerin, it is an effective emollient.

Capryl/Capric Triglyceride: An emollient with good spreading capabilities. It promotes penetration and does not leave visible traces of grease on the skin.

Carbomer: Thickening agents used primarily to create gel-like formulations.

Cellulose: Used as a emulsifier in cosmetic creams

Cellulose Acetate: Obtained form vegetable fiber: it is used as a film forming agent.

Cellulose Gum: A thickener and emulsifier equal to cellulose fiber. It is resistant to bacterial decomposition and provides product with viscosity.

Ceramide 2: Ceramides are the basic elements of the structural network of the epidermis superficial layer (top layer) of the skin. It is an essential skin molecule that works to capture and bind water required by the skin to remain supple, smooth and hydrated. Its concentration in skin decreases with aging, which leads to dryness and lesser smoothness.

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate: This form of Ester helps improve the feel of the product they are combined with, since their physical and chemical properties, including viscosity, fluidity and melting point can be altered by varying the combination of fatty acid and alcohol employed.

Cetyl Palmitate: Is used to thicken, give stability, and texture to a product.

Charcoal Powder: Is an excellent skin conditioner. It is also useful as preservative in deodorant for its antibacterial properties.

Chitosan: Forms a film on the skin’s surface and aids in moisture retention.

Cholesterol: A lipid used in cosmetics as a stabilizer, an emollient, and a water-binding agent.

Cholesteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate: This is an amino surface-active agent derived from glutamate, fatty acid, high quality alcohol and cholesterol. Used as emollient.

Citric Acid: Derived from citrus and used primarily to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline.

Cobalt Aluminum Oxide: This contains varies pigments with a combination of cobalt oxide and aluminum oxide. It has heat-resistant and light guarding properties.

Cocamide DEA: Identified on skin-care product labels as DEA, TEA, and MEA, these are used primarily for their foaming ability in shampoos, but can also be used as thickening or binding agents.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine: A surfactant derived from coconut oil salt, it is effective in shampoos and other preparations where a, high creamy foam and a good skin tolerance are desired.

Coconut Acid: A white, semisolid, highly saturated fat expressed from the kernels of the coconut. An excellent skin cleanser when blended with other fats.

Cocus Nucifera Coconut Oil: A Non-volatile plant kernel oil that has emollient properties for skin.

Coenzyme Q10: CoQ10 boosts skin repair and regeneration and reduces free radical damage. In addition CoQ10 can easily penetrate the skin due to its nano-sized particles.

Coix Lacryma-Jobi Seed Extract: Is extracted from the natural oil of tear grass. It is used as whiting emollient and a skin softening agent skin. Additionally it promotes blood circulation.

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax: A natural, hard wax obtained from the leaves of palm trees. Used primarily as a thickening agent, but it can also be used as a film-former and absorbent

Corn (Zea Mays) Oil: Used as an emollient in creams.
It is obtained as a by-product by wet milling the grain for use in the manufacture of corn starch, dextrins and yellow oil.

Cyclomethocone: Any large group of oils, rubbers and compounds derived from silica and which are water repellent, skin adherent, and stable over a wide range of temperatures.

Cyclopentasiloxane: Is a colorless, odorless, transparent, non-greasy silicone fluid. It has a low viscosity and surface tension and a relatively high vapor pressure which allows the majority of the silicone portion to evaporate from the surface to which it is applied. It is used in a variety of cosmetic products. Studies indicate that it is not irritating to the skin and is not readily absorbed through the skin.

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DI-C12-15 Alkyl Ammonium Chloride:
This is oil derived from plant and animals, when mixed with sugar it becomes a positive ion; which is useful to smoothing the hair cuticle.

Dextrin Palmitate: Is useful for oil gellification and emulsion stabilization.


Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate: Used as an emulsifier of amber oxygen. This is in turn an effective moisturizer.

Diisopropyl Sebacate: Used as a plasticizer as well as an antibacterial solvent.

Diisostearyl Malate: A film former and a secondary emollient used mostly in makeup and other formulations involving suspensions.

Dimer Dilinoleate Dimer Dilinoleate: Used as a skin conditioning agent. Additionally, it does not absorb radiation in the ultraviolet (UV), UVA and/or UVB range.

Dimethicone: Substance derived from silica. The unique fluid properties of silicone give it a great deal of slip and in its various forms it can feel like silk on the skin, impart emolliency, and be a water-binding agent that holds up well, even when skin becomes wet. It also improves product flow and spreadability. In combination w/ other ingredients, it becomes a very good waterproofing material for sunscreen emulsions and helps reduce greasiness often seen in high SPF preparations.

Dimethicone Copolyol: Provides a soft feel and helps reduce irritation caused by soap.

Dimethicone/ Methicone Copolymer: This increases the viscosity of oil, this in turn imparts a "soft touch" feel.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer: A silicone derivative used as a stabilizing, suspending agent or as a thickener.

Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate: A mixture of fatty acids used as an emollient and thickening agent.

Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate: Is useful in imparting sheen, while controlling oil and shine.

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate: Licorice extract that has excellent anti-inflammatory properties.

Dipropylene Glycol: A clear colorless viscous liquid. It is a commonly used as a moisture carrying vehicle.

Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate: It a great dissolution to water which imparts soft feel for skin. It is also a good skin conditioner and emulsifier.

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Ethyl Guaiazulene Sulfonate: A naturally occurring compound found in geranium oil, eucalyptus oil and guaiac wood oil. It functions as a surfactant.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate: Multi-purpose ester. Imparts “mid-feel” to emulsion during rub-out. It is also a mineral oil replacement.

Eucalyptus Globulus Oil: Is used as an antiseptic, disinfectant and blood circulator.
It is considered one of the most powerful and versatile herbal remedies. It is said that eucalyptus antiseptic properties and disinfectant action increases as the oil ages.

Euphorbia Cerifera (Canelilla) Wax: Derived from Candelilla plants; used as a thickening agent and emollient to give products such as lipsticks their form.

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Ferric Ferrocyanide: Also known as Iron Blue. A coloring agent for use in cosmetic products, including those designed for use around the eye.

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Glycerin: Also called glycerol; it is present in all natural lipids (fats), whether animal or vegetable. It is manufactured by the hydrolysis of fats and by the fermentation of sugars. Glycerin assists with the skins natural functions by filling in the area known as the intercellular matrix and by attracting just the right amount of water to maintain the skin's homeostasis. There is also research indicating that the presence of glycerin in the intercellular layer helps other skin lipids do their job better.

Glyceryl Stearate SE: Provides a stable, uniform oil-in-water emulsion.

Glycine: An amino acid used as a texturizer in cosmetic formulations.

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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch hazel) Extract: Can have potent antioxidant properties and anti-irritant properties.

HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer: An effective coloring agent, that additionally provides a smooth fluent powdery feel.

Hectorite: One of the principal constituents of bentonite clay. Used as a thickener and a suspending agent in water based systems in oil and water emulsions.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil: Commonly used as a carrier oil.
It has smoothing properties and is a non-comedogenic material.

Hinokitiol: A natural extract obtained from the oil of the Formosan cedar. Also called; beta-thujaplicin or 4-isopropyltropolone. It functions as an antistatic agent.

Hydrated Silica: Is an anti-caking agent to keep loose powders free-flowing.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil: Used as a wax, it forms a tough shiny film when dry. Additionally, it is soothing to the skin.

Hydrogenated castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate: An oil based vegetable derivative. Its viscosity and thickening abilities are used in lipsticks and eye color.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate: Castor oil combined with other fatty acids then chemically modified by hydrogenation which has the effect of making oils more solid. It functions as a viscosity adjuster.

Hydrogenated Coconut Oil: Has degreasing and cleansing properties, which is why detergent cleansing agents are frequently derived from coconut oil. It’s also a non-volatile plant kernel oil that has emollient properties for skin.

Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil: Jojoba oil chemically modified by hydrogenation which has the effect of making oils more solid. It functions as an emollient and moisturizer.

Hydrogenated Lecitin: Is a Phospholipid that contains phosphoric acid, fatty acids, and nitrogen, found in egg yolks and the membranes of plant and animal cells. It is as an emollient and water-binding agent.

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides: Origin: Mono-, di and tri-glycerides obtained from palm oil chemically modified by hydrogenation which has the effect of making oils more solid. It functions as an emollient, moisturizer and an emulsifier.

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil: Has emollient and antioxidant properties for skin.

Hydrolyzed Silk: Silk proteins broken down by enzymes or by treatment with acids or alkalis. It functions as an antistatic agent and a humectant.

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: Is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent for skin.
Soy is one of many Phyto chemicals that are biologically active against free radicals. Studies showing that Genistein (a component of soy) has a collagen-stimulating effect and that various compounds in soy influence skin thickness and elasticity. Soy was shown to stimulate production of hyaluronic acid in skin. In addition it is used as a water-binding agent.

Hydroxyapatite: is an inorganic compound found in the matrix of bone and teeth, which gives rigidity to these structures. Is known to be a good “wrinkle filler”.

Hydroxypropylcellulose: A thickener.

Hydroxypropyl: Methylcellulose: Is used as an emulsifier, thickening agent, stabilizer, gellant and suspending agent.

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Iron Oxides: Compounds of iron that are used as coloring agents in some cosmetics. They are used as a metal polish called “jewelers' rouge”, and are well-known in their crude form as rust.

Isononyl Isononanoate: The ester produced by the reaction of non-anoic acid. These esters occur in Cocoa and oil of lavender.

Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate: Is used as an emollient spreading agent.

Isosteraryl Sebacate: This is an oily byproduct of castor oil. It acts as a surfactant for mineral pigment.

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Jojoba Esters: An emollient skin conditioning agent made from jojoba oil and jojoba wax.

K

L

Lanolin: A Product of the oil glands of sheep. A water absorbing base material and natural emulsifier, it absorbs and holds water to the skin.

Lauric Acid: A common constituent of vegetable fats, especially coconut oil and laurel oil. Its derivatives are widely used as a base in the manufacture of soaps, detergents and lauryl alcohol due to their foaming properties.

Lauroyl Lysine: An amino acid that serves as a skin conditioning agent.

Lauryl Betaine: A skin conditioning and foam producing agent.

Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3: This emulsifier retains moisture; in turn emulsions agree with the skin leading to a distinctly soft and moist feel.

Lavender (lavandula Angustifolia) Oil: Good at preventing scarring and balancing the skin and scalp. In addition it is known to have a relaxing effect.

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract: This is a Common name for the Chinese plant Zi Cao, it has excellent anti-inflammatory properties.

Lysolecithin: It's natural surface-active agent.

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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil: Used in cosmetics as an emollient for dry skin.

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate: Stable derivative of vitamin C that is an effective antioxidant.

Magnesium Myristate: Used as a thickening agent.

Magnesium Stearate: Used as a thickening agent.

Magnesium Sulfate: Commonly known as Epsom salt. It is a magnesium salt that is used as a thickening agent.

Manganese Violet: Plays a role in collagen synthesis and skin moisturizing.

Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil: Has disinfecting properties that have been shown to be effective against the bacteria that cause blemishes.

Methicone: Any large group of fluid oils, rubbers, resins and compounds derived from silica and which are water repellent, skin adherent and stable over a wide range of temperatures.

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer: Is a film former and a synthetic polymer slip agent.

Mica: Earth mineral used to give products sparkle and shine.

Microcrystalline Cellulose: This is the powdery substance derived from membranes of wood, cotton and hemp.

Mulberry Extract: Due to its arbutin (Hydroquinone derivative isolated from the leaves of the bearberry shrub, cranberry, blueberry, and most types of pears.) content, this extract helps prevent melanin production.

Myristic Acid: Detergent cleansing agent that creates a rich foam.

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Nagbesuyn stearate: It controls metal pigment in turn imparting a smooth, non-abrasive feel when applied to the skin.

Natto Gum: A fermentation product of soy protein. It is also a potent antioxidant.

Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate: A mixture of neopentyl glycol (a film-forming agent and solvent) and heptanoic acid (a fatty acid made from grapes), the compound functions as a non-aqueous skin-conditioning agent and thickener.

Nylon-12: A powdery substance that is used as an absorbent and thickening agent.

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Octyldidecanol: An emulsifier and opacifying agent, used primarily as a thickener in moisturizers because of its lubricating and emollient properties.

Olea Europea (olive) fruit tree: A carrier oil with excellent lubricity, pale color and low odor. Olive oil is a good antioxidant and moisturizing ingredient.

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Palmitic acid: Detergent cleansing agent that creates a rich lather.

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide: It enhances the product of collagen and GAGs and stimulates the growth of matrix and connective tissues in the lips, enabling them to become moisturized, soft, defined and seductive.

Papain: An enzyme extracted from papaya in turn making it an effective exfoliate.

PEG-10 Dimethicone: A conditioning oil based emollient.

PEG-10 Stearate: Emulsifying agent.

PEG-15 glyceryl Stearate: This is made from glycerin of vegetable oil and isostearate of fatty acids used as an emulsifier and emollient.

Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: An emollient ingredient that is the polyethylene glycol (PEG) mixture of castor oil.

Peg-150 Distearate: Is a substance that can have a soft to hard wax like texture or a creamy, emollient feel. It acts as lubricant.

PEG – 400: Is easily soluble in water and has a mild relaxing effect on skin.
It is readily absorbed into the skin acting as solution promoter for the therapeutic agents which can be added to the lotion.

Pentasodium Pentetate: An inorganic salt used as a water softener, emulsifier, and sequestering and dispersing agent in cleansing creams and lotions.

Pentylene Glycol: Derived from the oil of coconut and palm. It has excellent moisture retentive properties. Used as water-birding agent and antibacterial.

Perilla Ocymoides Extract: Derived from the seeds of the Perilla ocymoides plant. Perilla contains multiple flavones and the oil is high in alpha-linolenic acid. It is also a proven anti-oxidant.

Phenoxyethanol: A cosmetic preservative that is considered one of the less irritating ones to use in formulations. It does not release formaldehyde.

Phenyl Trimethicone: Is a form of silicone that serves as a barrier in turn preventing excessive water loss. It leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth, adds emolliency to the formulation, and reduces its feeling of tackiness.

Phytosteryl Macadamiate: Can hold water three times as much as its own weight, an effect similar to that of lipid contained in the skin of babies. It can therefore make your skin fell supple and renewed.

Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glumate: An ester used as a protecting agent.

Platinum: Works as an anti-oxidant agent. In turn helps prevent loss of moisture. In addition it firms skin and evens skin tone.

Polyethylene: An extruded, tough and stretchy film that has limited temperature resistance but good moisture barrier properties.

Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and fatty acid. It acts as an emulsifier.

Polyglyceryl-2 Isononanoate: Anti-ion surface-active agent used when emulsification is desired.

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. It functions as an emulsifier.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. It functions as an emulsifier.

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate: Anti-ion surface-active agent which is glycerin made from vegetable oil and stearate. Used as an emulsifier and dispersing agent.

Polymethylacrylate: Serves as a film-former. It is a synthetic polymer used in gels, creams, and liquids as well as a variety of makeup preparations such as blushes and foundation.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane: This is a silicon base that imparts a polished, powdery finish. It coats and softens.

Polyquarternium-6: Has water-binding properties for skin due to the sheer "plastic" film layer it creates on skin.

Polyquaternium-10: A cellulose polymer and conditioning agent used in skin conditioning formulations.

Polysorbate -60: An emulsifier, wetting agent and detergent emulsifier for fats and waxes. It is also a stabilizer of essential oils in water.

Polyquarternium-51: Improves the moisture retention capability of the epidermis, and functions as a barrier to prevent further water loss. In addition it forms a protective film on the surface of the skin.

Polyquarternium-61: A good conditioning agent.

Polysorbate-80: Is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from sorbitol (obtained from fruit and berries). Polysorbate 80 is a highly viscose water soluble yellowish liquid used as a dispersing agent in oil and water mixtures. It stabilizes and lubricates.

Polyvinyl Acetate: An emulsion adhesive; a flexible adhesive that does not cross-link and is considered permanent, results in a very strong bond.

Polyvinyl Alcohol: A film former.

Potassium Castorate: Potassium of fatty acid made from castor oil. A good emulsifier, detergent and foaming agent.

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate: It’s surface-active agent which is derived from glycin
and coconut oil.

Potassium Hydroxide: Also known as lye, it's a highly alkaline ingredient used in small amounts in cosmetics to modulate the pH of a product.

Potassium Isostearate: This is mixture sodium potassium is used as detergent and foaming agent.

Potassium Myristate: An earth mineral that has is absorbent and disinfecting properties.

Potassium Palmitate: It is obtained from palm oil, Japan wax or Chinese vegetable tallow. It is be basis of soap making. Known for it’s gentleness and cleaning abilities.

Potassium Stearate: A cleaning and emulsifying agent.

PPG-2 Propyl Ether: A slow evaporating glycol ether which offers a significant water solubility. It is also an excellent coater.

PPG-4 Ceteth-20: A synthetic compound derived from methyl oxirane (propylene oxide), a petroleum product and a PEG oxirane, or ethylene oxide derivative of a fatty acid. It’s an excellent emollient and moisturizer.

PPG-9 Diglyceryl Ether: Used as an emulsifier.

Propylene Carbonate: Used in chemical reactions as a solvent, plasticizer, solubilizer, or dilutent.

Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract: The bark and leaves are credited with curative powers. This is a very effective ingredient when used in products for dry skin.

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Quaternium-73: A shield against bacteria that is helps keep skin clean.

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Retinyl Palmitate: Form of vitamin A. It is a combination of retinol (pure vitamin A) and palmitic acid. It is an effective antioxidant and skin-cell regulator.

Rice Bran Sphingoglyco-Lipid: Soothing and credited with being a promoter of collagen formation and inhibitor of lipid peroxidation in the skin. It is also highy recommended for treatment of dry mature skin.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil: Vegetable oil derived from the castor bean. It is used as an emollient, though its unique property is that when dry, it forms a solid film that can have water-binding properties. It is rarely associated with skin irritation or allergic reactions but it can have a slightly sticky feel on skin.

Royal Jelly Extract: Royal Jelly is produced by bees for the nutrition of the Queen Bee, it is a mixture of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, water, growth factors, and various trace elements. It favors the regenerations of dermal tissue.

Ryokucha Ekisu: Green Tea extract that contains Vitamin-C, amino acid and caffeine tannin. This makes a perfect anti-oxidant, moisturizer and toner.

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Salvia Officinlis( Sage Oil): A potent antioxidant, that also acts as a preservative

Sasa Kurilensis Water: This bamboo extract acts as a preservative, contains antibacterial properties and helps to keep skin moisturized.

Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract: Extract of the Strawberry Begonia or Saxifraga sermentosa. It is used as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract: i.e-Scullcap: An herbal extract that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for skin.

Seaweed Extract (C/T): Is found to be stimulating and nourishing to the skin. It has potential tissue renewal action and positive effects on facial wrinkles. It protects sensitive skin against irritation. It is also beneficial in treating mature and dry skin due to its smoothing softening actions. In addition it has been known to accelerate wound –healing and treating acne.

Sea Salt: Is an effective, non-abrasive topical scrub.

Silica: A carrier for emollients. Controls oil. It is also used as an absorbent powder and thickening agent.

Silica Dimethyl Silyate: Used as a slip and suspending agent.

Silk Powder: Coloring agent obtained from the secretion of silk worms. It is a white solid which is insoluble in water.

Simethicone: An antifoam compound, silicone oil and white viscous liquid. Used as an ointment based ingredient. It is also a topical drug vehicle and skin protector.

Simmondsia Chinensis (jojoba) seed oil: Seeds and liquid wax of jojoba a native shrub of the southwestern United States. It is an excellent emollient.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Wax: Jojoba is a native shrub of the southwestern United States. The white, solid wax is produced by hydrogenation of the unsaturated liquid wax. Unlike most animal and plant waxes (including beeswax, ear wax and the cuticle coating on leaves and fruits), jojoba wax is liquid at room temperature because of its unsaturated fatty acids. Jojoba oil has qualities similar to sperm whale oil. It is an excellent emollient.

Snow White Wax: Snow White Wax is secreted form the Kiagara- Mushi or scale insect. It uses its wax to make a tiny white shelter the size of a grain of rice. White wax has a high melting point and a good sheen, as well as being highly water resistant.

Soap Base Contained Potassium Salt Of fatty Acid (C/T): A simple cleansing agent, the sodium salt results from the combination of oils and fats with an alkali.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: Liberates Vitamin C in the skin.

Sodium Castorate: This is sodium of fatty acid that made from castor oil, is a good detergent and an emulsifier.

Sodium Chloride: Common table salt. Used primarily as a binding agent in skin-care products and occasionally as an abrasive in scrub products.

Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate: It functions as a skin conditioning agent and helps reinforce skin intercellular matrix.

Sodium Citrate: Primarily used to control the pH level of a product, this ingredient also has antioxidant and preservative properties.

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate: A synthetic compound derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil. It functions as a surfactant.

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate: Acts as collagen and natural grease agent in shampoos and cleansing aides.

Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate: A surfactant used as a cleaning agent.

Sodium Hyaluronate: IE-Hyaluronic Acid: Component of skin tissue that is used in skin-care products as a good water-binding agent.

Sodium Isostearate: It is isostearic acid of sodium acid. Used as foaming agent and detergent.

Sodium Laurate: Can be derived from coconut; it is used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent. It is considered gentle and effective. It part of saturation fatty acid that used as controlling viscosity, detergent, keeps an emulsifier such as cleansing and shampoo.

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate: It is surface-active agent that mixture of glutamate and fatty acid from coconut oil. It has making foam agent and detergent for great decompose used as such shampoo and cleansing.

Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate: This is mainly used in shampoo and other cleansing agents as gentle yet effective cleanser. In addition it has great lathering abilities.

Sodium Lauryl Phosphate: A surface-active agent that neutralizes fatty acid in coconut and palm oil.

Sodium Myristate: A solid organic acid that occurs naturally in butter acids (such as nutmeg butter) It gives a good copious lather.

Sodium Palmitate: Derived from natural fats and oils, a mild cleansing and foaming agent.

Sodium Polyacrylate: A suspending agent, stabilizer, and emulsifier.

Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate: This is a derivative of Vitamin B2 which helps normalize skin.

Sodium Stearate: A fatty acid used as a waterproofing agent. One of the least allergy-causing sodium salts of fatty acids. It is also non-irritating to the skin.

Sodium Sulfosuccinate: Used as a dispersing agent and a solubiliser. It is non-irritant in dilution.

Soja (Soy Bean) Protein: Is an effective emollient this soy derivative provides essential moisture to the skin and helps decrease water loss.

Sorbitan Laurate: An oily liquid, insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils
It is an emulsifier as well as a stabilizer of essential oil in water.

Sorbitan Palmitate: An emulsifier with moisture- binding abilities. It also serves as a solubilizer of essential oils in water. It is derived from Sorbitol.

Sorbitan Stearate: An emulsifier in oil-and- water creams and lotions, and a solubilizer of essential oils in water. It results from the reaction of stearic acid with sorbitol and is, therefore, synthetically produced from naturally derived materials.

Sorbitan Trioleate: An emulsifier.

Sorbitate Isostearate: It is sorbitan fatty acid ester made up of the isostearic acid (sorbitol) and fatty acid derived from glucose. It is used as an emulsifier and emollient agent.

Sorbeth-40 Tetraoleate: Is a mixture of alcohol and oleic acid. These ingredients uniformly dissolve fat-soluble tea oil and in water-soluble Squalane.