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ingredient analysis a-z
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
Extracted from the fruit of the Shea
Tree, found only in Africa, where it has
been used for centuries. Shea Butter
penetrates into the skin and moisturizes.
C
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
An emollient. Gives skin a smooth,
silky feel.
Caffeine
Assists in regulating sebaceous
gland secretions by inhibiting 5-alpha
reductase enzyme activity while
scavenging free radicals. Helps constrict
and reduce redness.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Derived from the flowers of golden
Marigolds. Used to soothe inflammation
of the skin.
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Extract from Green Tea. A powerful
antioxidant with anti-inflammatory
properties.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Extract from Green Tea. A powerful
antioxidant with anti-inflammatory
properties.
Camphor
A cooling and antiseptic extract with
firming and toning properties to the skin.
Extracted from the bark of 50-year-old
trees in China, Borneo and Japan.
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
A natural extract obtained by distillation
from the flowers of the tropical Asiatic
evergreen shrub. Used to soothe skin.
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Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
An emollient that promotes penetration
of ingredients into skin.
Caprylyl Glycol
An alcohol, derived from a plant which
is used as an emollient.
Carbomer
Used as a thickening, suspending and
stabilizing agent.
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
A fruit grown in tropical countries, the
enzyme Papain has a keratin protein
digesting ability that aids in exfoliation.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower)
Seed Oil
Oil expressed from the flower resembling
a thistle. Used for skin softening.
Cassia Angustifolia Seed
Polysaccharide
This natural polysaccharide forms a
protective film on the skin that strongly
binds water and fills up fine lines,
smoothing the skin’s surface which
increases light reflection contributing to
skin radiance.
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Antiseptic, sedative and astringent
properties. Helps to relieve itching,
eczema and dermatitis.
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
An anti-inflammatory extract obtained
from the flowers of the plant. Very
soothing and sedating to the skin.
Similar in action to the essential oil of
Chamomile called Azulene.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Extract from the leaves or roots of
Hydrocotyl Asiatica. Listed in Indian
Ayurvedic medicine to combat
excessively dry skin. Particularly suited
to the fragile skin around the eyes
and is used as an anti-inflammatory.
Centipeda Cunninghamii Extract
Derived from the Sneezeweed plant,
an excellent anti-inflammatory.
Ceteareth-20
A fatty alcohol that lubricates skin.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emulsifier; an emollient and stabilizing
agent.
Cetyl Alcohol
A lubricating emollient and emulsion
stabilizer; it is waxy, crystalline and solid
in form.
Cetyl Dimethicone
An emollient, protective Silicone derivative.
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
An emulsifier that allows oil-soluble
ingredients to blend with water-soluble.
Chamomillia Recuitita (Matricaria)
Flower Extract
Skin smoothing and anti-inflammatory
flower extract.
Chitosan Succinamide
Derived from a mushroom, this
polysaccharide calms inflammation and
supports the natural regeneration of
the skin. Glycosaminoglycan structure
similar to the extracellular matrix creates
a scaffold for new cells.