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This gum is prepared from the dried, sap of the acacia tree, Acacia senegal.

Beeswax. The wax obtained from the honeycomb of the bee. It consists primarily of myricyl palmitate, cerotic acid and esters and some high-carbon paraffins

Cetyl alcohol is a long chain organic alcohol; according to the PETA's Caring Consumer guide, this ingredient can be of either animal or plant origin.

Carmine is the aluminum lake of the coloring agent, cochineal. Cochineal is a natural pigment derived from the dried female insect Coccus cacti.

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

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.

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

Mica is a type of highly brittle silicate minerals with diverse chemical composition; typically used as a colorant.

Panthenol, or also known as pro-vitamin B5, is used as a moisturizer and lubricant. Studies indicate that when applied to the skin, it changes to a B complex vitamin, which is non-irritant, moisturizing, conditioning, and can even be wound-healing for the skin for conditions such as sun burn. Panthenol is also considered a non-comedogenic ingredient. Source: Nisbet, S J et al. ?Clinical and in vitro evaluation of new anti-redness cosmetic products in subjects with winter xerosis and sensitive skin.? International journal of cosmetic science vol. 41,6 (2019): 534-547. doi:10.1111/ics.12559

Pentylene glycol is a synthetic, low molecular weight solvent and skin-conditioning agent.

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

Polyethylene is a polymer of ethylene monomers; may contain potentially toxic manufacturing contaminants such as 1,4-dioxane.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a potassium salt of a complex mixture of esters of phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.

also known as silicone dioxide. Silica has a variety of applications: to control a product?s viscosity, add bulk, and reduce a formulation?s transparency. It can also function as an abrasive. In addition, it can act as a carrier for emollients, and may be used to improve a formulation?s skin feel. Spherical silica is porous and highly absorbent, with absorption capabilities roughly 1.5 times its weight. A typical claim associated with silica is oil control. It is found in sunscreens, scrubs, and wide range of other skin care, makeup, and hair care preparations. It has been successfully used in hypoallergenic and allergy-tested formulations.

Simethicone is a mixture of silicon-based polymer dimethicone (polydimethylsiloxane) and silica gel.

Styrene/Acrylate/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer

Beeswax, synthetic. The complex reaction product of blended acids and blended alcohols which simulates the composition of natural beeswax. It consists primarily of C18-30-alkyl ester of C16-32 fatty acids, C16-32 fatty acids and C22-34 alkanes

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