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ingredient analysis a-z
Polyacrylamide
The polymer of acrylamide monomers.
It is white, solid, water-soluble and used
as a thickening ingredient, suspending
and an additive to adhesives.
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
An emulsifier that allows oil-soluble
ingredients to blend with water-soluble
ingredients.
Polygonum Cuspidtum Root Extract
Also known as Mexican Bamboo or
Japanese knotweed. Increases cellular
metabolism by activating SIRT 1 protein
thereby boosting critical skin proteins
and reversing signs of skin aging.
Provides protection against multiple
free radical activity and free radical
scavengers.
Polysorbate 20
A widely used emulsifier and stabilizer.
Polysorbate 60
An emulsifier that is waxy and soluble
in solvents.
Portulaca Oleracea (Purslane)
Extract
An enriched extract of vitamins, fatty
acids, flavonoids and anti-inflammatory
agents that help control and reduce
redness.
Portulaca Pilosa Extract
From the edible plant found mainly in
South America. Extract contributes to
restoring volume and firmness to the
skin.
Potassium Sorbate
Sorbic Acid Potassium Salt. Used as a
mold and yeast inhibitor.
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Potato Starch Modified
A flour prepared from potatoes, ground
to a pulp and washed of fibers. When
modified, it has been altered chemically
to modify such properties as thickening
or gelling.
PPG-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate
An ester solvent for gums, resins and
volatile oils.
PPG-5 Ceteth-20
A waxy substance used as an emollient
and emulsion stabilizer; a solubilizing
agent.
Propylene Glycol
Clear, colorless liquids which are among
the most common moisture-carrying
vehicles in skin care. Superb permeation
and excellent humectant properties.
Softens and moisturizes the skin.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot)
Kernel Oil
A Vitamin E rich emollient oil with
excellent skin softening properties.
Pyrus Malus
(Apple) Fruit Extract
An antioxidant. A natural source of
Malic Acid, a hydroxy acid that aids in
exfoliation.
Q
Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
The inner dried bark of a tree grown in
South America. In cosmetics, it is used
as a cleansing agent.
R
Ranunculus Ficaria Extract
Soothes and calms irritated skin while
reducing redness. Contains phenolic
derivatives such as rutin and tri-terpenic
saponins that help decongest skin tissue
and reduce blotchiness.
Retinol
Vitamin A. A yellow, viscous liquid
insoluble in water. Used in lubricating
cream and oils for its skin-regenerating
properties. Reverses the signs of
photoaging in skin.
Retinyl Palmitate
A derivative of Vitamin A, helps stimulate
collagen and reverse the signs of
prematurely-induced photoaging.
Helps to increase skin elasticity while
enhancing water barrier properties.
Ricinoleth-40
Known as Castor Oil. The seed of the
Castor Oil plant, extracted from the
bean. Soothing and emollient to skin.
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Used for its soothing properties to the
skin.
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Extract of the fruit of Rosa Canina, a
wild Rose. Used as a skin conditioner.
Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
An essential oil from the Cabbage Rose;
used for its aromatic properties.
Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
Commonly known as Rose Hips, are
very high in Vitamin C acting as a free
radical scavenger and antioxidant. Other
attributes include skin moisturization, cell
regeneration and as an anti-inflammatory.
Rose Flower Oil
Extract of the fruit of various species
of wild Roses, rich in natural Vitamin C.
Moisturizing and hydrating to skin. Helps
protect the skin from capillary damage;
firms and tones the tissues.