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a solvent used to dissolve other compounds in a formulation.

Acrylates copolymer is composed of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid building blocks.

Cetearyl Alcohol is a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols that can come from vegetable or synthetic sources.

Aka102 (Japan INCI name) is classed chemically as a monoazo color

Colorant, purple-red.

Ci 19140 or Tartrazine is a super common colorant in skincare, makeup, medicine & food. It?s a synthetic lemon yellow that's used alone or mixed with other colors for special shades. FDA says it's possible, but rare, to have an allergic-type reaction to a color additive. As an example, it mentions that Ci 19140 may cause itching and hives in some people but the colorant is always labeled so that you can avoid it if you are sensitive.

CI 42090 is classed chemically as a triphenylmethane color.

Colorant "Rust" red. It's red iron oxide.

Colorant, yellowish color. It's yellow Iron oxide.

Pigment Black colorant.

CI 77891 is classed chemically as an inorganic colour. It conforms to the formula

Dimethicone (also called polymethylsiloxane) is a silicon-based polymer used as a lubricant and conditioning agent. (Source : EWG) Dimethicone is also known to reduce greasiness and protect the skin from moisture loss, and used often as a waterproofing ingredient in sunscreen products. However, Dimethicone is a silicone which is a substance some want to avoid them as they can be irritants for sensitive skin.

Cellulose, ethyl ether

Ethylhexylglycerin is a glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin conditioning agent.

The term "fragrance" is used in cosmetics to represent a mixture of chemicals with scent in it. When "fragrance" is used, it's for the manufacturer to undisclose the recipe for their fragrances as per associated laws in most countries. Many fragrance ingredients are known to possibly cause allergic reactions to sensitive skin types and some studies have tied some frangrances to health risks such as cancer. So the lack of clarity in what fragrances were exactly used is a reason to avoid "fragrance" in cosmetics all together.

Glycerin is a naturally occuring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. (Source : EWG) Glycerin is used predominantly in cosmetics for its ability to absorb and retain moisture (humectant). It's a well studied chemical known to be non-allergenic and non-comedogenic unless used in high concentrations.

A handy multifunctional ingredient that works as a preservative booster, as well as an antioxidant and soothing agent.

Hydroxyethylcellulose is a modified cellulose polymer; used as a gelling and thickening agent.

Oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant, Limnanthes alba.

Octyldodecanol is a long chain fatty alcohol.

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative used in cosmetics and personal care products.

Copolymer of acrylic acid, acrylamide, sodium acrylate, sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate monomers

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer of isobutylene; used as a film-forming agent.

a solubilizer, emulsifier, viscosity modifier, and stabilizer of essential oils in water.

an emulsifier, wetting agent, and detergent emulsifier for mineral oil, fats, and waxes. It is also a stabilizer of essential oils in water. It is widely used in cosmetic and toiletry preparations.

This ingredient is a surfactant composed of sorbitol and isostearic acid, a fatty acid.

Sorbitan stearate is a surfactant composed of sweetener sorbitol and stearic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid.

Tocopherols (or Vitamin E) is a well known anti-oxidant. Vitamin E has great moisturizing capabilities. It's great for improving dry skin and even atopic dermatitis. Vitamin E also has shown to have anti-inflammatory effects for skin irritated by sun exposure and anti-aging effects. Source: Jaffary, F., Faghihi, G., Mokhtarian, A., & Hosseini, S. (2015, November). Effects of oral vitamin E on treatment of atopic dermatitis: A randomized controlled trial. Retrieved June 29, 2020, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4755091/

Triethanolamine is a strongly alkaline substance used as surfactant and pH adjusting chemical.

The most common skincare ingredient that you will find in almost all products. It's main function is as a solvent for ingredients.