Solvent Aqua is the INCI name for purified water which is

INGREDIENT
CLASS
BIODIZIONARIO
DEFINITION
(a few missing)
DESCRIPTION
EYE SERUM
BASIL TOUCH
Aqua [Water]
Solvent
Aqua is the INCI name for purified water which is used in many cosmetics
products.
Glycerin
Denaturation /
Moisten /
Solvent
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
Cucumis Sativus
Extract
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita
(Matricaria) Flower
Extract
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable
Protein
Antistatic
Panthenol
Antistatic
Cucumber is believed to be native to India, and evidence indicates that it
has been cultivated in Western Asia for 3,000 years. Records of
cucumber cultivation appear in France in the 9th century, England in the
14th century, and in North America by the mid-16th century. Cucumber
extract can be obtained by macerating the crushed fruit in hydro-alcoholic
mixture, then filtering and concentrating it on rotary evaporator. Extract so
obtained is rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C and A which have some
cosmetic benefits for the skin. Cucumber also has an excellent potential
for cooling, healing and soothing to an irritated skin, whether caused by
sun, or the effects of a cutaneous eruption. Cucumber extract is often
used for skin problems, wrinkles, sunburn and as an antioxidant.
This annual herb, also known as German Chamomile or Wild Chamomile,
blooms small white flowers between May and August. It is found
throughout Europe, except in the extreme north, and throughout northern
Asia. The flowers of this plant possess gentle, healing and antiinflammatory properties.
Composed of various protein substances derived from vegetables and
broken down by water to form a new complex with properties different
from the original source. Used as a water-binding agent.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf
Juice
Ocimum basilicum
oil
Emollient
Masking, toning
Greywater and septic tanks.
Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice, or Aloe Vera, is extracted from the leaves of
the plant Aloe. It has been used medicinally for several thousands of
years in many cultures. Scientists have discovered over 200 nutritional
substances in Aloe Barbadensis leafs, including 20 minerals, 20 amino
acids, 12 vitamins, and active enzymes. Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice can
soothe skin and serve as an anti-inflammatory. Aloe protects the skin from
UV damage. The herb contains aloin, which can block up to 30 percent of
the ultraviolet rays when applied to the skin’s surface. This plant also
contains an impressive number of vitamins, including A, B1, B2, B3, B5,
B6, B12, C, E, Choline and Folic Acid. These vitamins are great for
protecting the skin from free radicals, dangerous compounds that cause
signs of premature aging due to damaging effects on the DNA and other
cell structures. These organic molecules rejuvenate aged tissues and
promote healthy skin. Scientists have shown that skin can absorb the key
ingredients of Aloe up to 7 layers deep. Thanks to this capacity, Aloe
effectively stimulates proteolytic enzyme action in skin tissue, stimulating
fibroblast cells that manufacture collagen. Moreover, because of the
aforementioned enzymatic breakdown of dead skin cells from Aloe, it is
an excellent cleansing and detoxifying agent, that has ability to remove
dead skin cells and toxins while purifying the pores. Aloe also acts as a
moisturizing agent. The herb can be an effective humectant, increasing
water retention in the skin. It moisturizes skin and also has antimicrobial
properties against many common bacteria and fungi.
The essence of basil “…is useful in case of nervous fatigue, excessive
commitments and to strengthen the memory for students. […] Basil has
numerous properties, among which: it tones up in the event of nervous
asthenia, (excessive use of the intellect), nervous insomnia, migraine due
to bad digestion or stress. (P. Chiereghin, Farmacia Verde).
The Basil essential oil is composed, among others, of eugenol that in
addition to being responsible for the characteristic scent of basil it also
helps soothing rheumatic pains, by acting on the joint, due to its antiinflammatory properties. The essential oil provides help with intestinal
disorders caused by anxiety and stress by helping digestion and by
calming the gastric mucosa. The eugenol, combined to flavonoids make
the basil an essential natural remedy for skin care: its anti-oxidant
properties protect the skin from free radicals, preventing skin ageing!
Among the many properties it is important to mention the presence of
essential amino acids (substances necessary to our body which are
transformed into proteins but which need to be taken from the outside),
such as tryptophan, used in the production of serotonin, also known as he
“happiness hormone”.
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
Emulsifier
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
Binder /
Stabilizer
Emulsions /
Thickener
Peg-free emulsifier, light on the skin. Polyglyceryl-4 caprate is used as an
emulsifier especially in oils or cleansers.
Phenoxyethanol can be an occupational hazard for those working with it
in large quantities. In low doses is safely used as a preservative.
Greywater and Septic tank safe. The structure of Phenoxyethanol is
entirely different to ethanol alcohol, and any commonality construed is by
virtue of its name being similar.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are
polysaccharides derived from the fermentation of carbohydrates. Xanthan
Gum is derived from glucose or corn syrup, while Biosaccharide Gum-1 is
derived from sorbitol. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are used
in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products including bath
products, makeup, skin and hair care products, and toothpaste. In
cosmetics and personal care products, Xanthan Gum may function as a
binder, emulsion stabilizer, skin-conditioning agent - miscellaneous,
surfactant - emulsifying agent, or viscosity increasing agent - aqueous.
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is reported to function as a skin conditioning agent miscellaneous.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Binding,
Emulsion
stabilising
Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a gelling and thickening agent derived from
cellulose.
Guar
Antistatic / Film /
Low hazard for health. Plant derived with a synthetic portion,
Hydroxypropyltrimoniu
m Chloride
Thickener
Sodium Benzoate
Preserving
Sodium
Dehydroacetate
Preserving
Lactic Acid
Ethylhexylglycerin
Tampon Agent /
Moisten
Preservative /
Germicide
biodegradable and suitable for greywater and septic tanks. Guar
hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is an organic compound that is a watersoluble quaternary ammonium derivative of guar gum. It is used in
shampoo's as a conditioning agent. It is cationic (positively charged) and
works by neutralizing the negative charges on hair strands that cause
static and tangling.
Sodium Benzoate is benzoic acid’s salt, found in various food like
blueberries, apricots, mushrooms and cinnamon. It looks like a white
powder, which dissolves in water and ethanol. Sodium benzoate is used
as preservative in cosmetics.
Sodium Dehydroacetate is used as preservative in cosmetics products
and is always associated with other germicides. It is allowed in cosmetics
with a concentration up to the 0,5%. To sensible subjects it can give
allergic reactions. Dehydroacetic Acid and Sodium Dehydroacetate are
tasteless, odorless white powders; they kill microorganisms and prevent
their growth and reproduction, thus protecting cosmetics and personal
care products from spoilage. These ingredients are more likely to act by
preventing the growth of microbes, rather than killing the microbes.
Lactic acid is an organic acid belonging to the category of alpha hydroxy
acids, substances that can break the bonds that are created between the
keratinocytes, promoting the peeling of the skin, even down to the deeper
layers. Lactic Acid has exfoliating properties, pH regulator and skin
conditioning. As an exfoliating, the Lactic acid is used at a maximum
concentration of 10% in cosmetic products and at a pH greater than 3.5. It
can be used under medical supervision, in the topical treatment against
aging, and in this case, the dosage may reach 30% and the final product
must have a pH greater than 3. Utilisation of lactic acid is not
recommended to exposure to ultraviolet rays, except with high protection,
since it increases the sensitivity of the skin against the sun's rays. It
accelerates cell turnover and stimulates the synthesis of
glycosaminoglycans, with the result that the skin looks more radiant and
hydrated.
Ethylhexylglycerin is glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin
conditioning agent.
Cyamopsis
tetragonolobus gum
Linalool
Binding,
emulsion
stabilising
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum is a resinous material derived from
the groundendosperm of Cyanopsis tetragonoloba.
Linalool is a naturally occurring component of essential oils, such as
Lavender Oil, Bergamot Oil, Geranium Oil and Ylang-Ylang Oil. Linalool is
an alcohol found in nature, whose function is to give a particular smell to
some plants such as lavender, bay leaf, bergamot, jasmine, mandarin
leaves and orange, narcissus and so on. In cosmetics Linalool is used in
the production of vitamin E. Being a potentially allergenic substance,
linalool is on the list of the 26 fragrances considered allergenic, which by
law must be listed on the label when their percentage exceeds 0.001% in
leave-on products and 0.01% in rinsed products.
Parfum’s Allergen
ANTI-AGE FACE CREAM
VELVET GRAPES
Aqua [Water]
Solvent
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric
Triglyceride
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient /
Solvent
Aqua is the INCI name for purified water which is used in many cosmetics
products.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also called Octyl Palmitate, is a clear, colorless,
practically odorless liquid. In cosmetics and personal care products, the
Palmitates are used in a wide spectrum of products and Palmitate
ingredients act as lubricants on the skin's surface, which gives the skin a
soft and smooth appearance. The Palmitates are produced using palmitic
acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in plants and animals, along
with smaller amounts of other fatty acids. Cetyl Palmitate also occurs
naturally as a chief constituent of spermaceti (wax from sperm whale oil)
and can be found in staghorn coral.
Fractionated Coconut Oil is a low hazard for health. Plant derived,
biodegradable and suitable for greywater and septic tanks.
Works as an emollient, skin conditioner and thickening agent. It lubricates
the surface of the skin/hair, removes the appearance of dry patches and
Argania Spinosa
Kernel Oil
Polyglyceryl-3
Methylglucose
Distearate
Emulsifier
Olea Europaea (Olive)
Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient /
Solvent /
obtained from
plants
flakes and gives the skin a soft and smooth look. It gives cosmetic
products water-repelling properties and an easy spreadabillity.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, also called argan oil, is the oil expressed
from the kernels of the argantree. Treating argan oil with hydrogen results
in the production of Hydrogenated Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. Agania
Spinosa Kernel Oil and Hydrogenated Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil may be
used in skin care products, eye makeup, lipstick and suntan products.
When used in cosmetics and personal care products, Argania Spinosa
Kernel Oil and Hydrogenated Argania Kernel Oil function as skinconditioning agents - emollient, skin-conditioning agents - miscellaneous
and skin-conditioning agents - occlusive. The argantree is found primarily
in Morocco, where its nutritional oil is eaten. The oil from argantree
kernels contains about 45-55% oleic acid, 28-36% linoleic acid, 10-15%
palmitic acid and 5-7% stearic acid.
While undiluted forms of this ingredient were shown to cause slight
dermal irritation, no sensitization was observed in studies where
individuals applied products containing the ingredient. Thus, this product
is assessed as safe to use in cosmetic formulations.
Olea Europeae Unsaponifiables Oil is extracted from the unsaponifiable
fraction of olive oil. It consists of chemically squalene (80%) and the
remaining part of hydrocarbons, aliphatic and triterpene alcohols, sterols,
tocopherols and carotenoids. It comes in the form of a yellow liquid. By
virtue of its affinity with the skin oil, the unsaponifiable matter of olive oil
has remarkable emollient and sebum-restoring properties. It also plays an
important action at the level of the trophic skin by stimulating the healing
process of the dermis and epidermis. Olea Europeae Unsaponifiables Oil
is used for the formulation of cosmetic products for the treatment of dry
and dehydrated skin and preventing wrinkles and stretch marks. It is
useful for the preparation of soaps and detergents where it shows a good
ability to reduce the degreasing action of surfactants on the skin. It can be
used in solar products and / or after-sun in virtue of his photo-protective
function and skin repairing properties from damage caused by sunlight. It
fits in the fat emulsion, or lipogels oleolites. It 'a safe ingredient in any
concentration used.
Denaturation /
Moisten /
Solvent
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient /
Emulsifier /
Stabilizer
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
In cosmetics and skincare Cetearyl Alcohol is not really an "alcohol" such
as ethyl or rubbing alcohol, which would dry the skin, but is an emulsifying
wax made by combining fatty alcohols derived from vegetable sources.
Butyrospermum Parkii
(Shea Butter) Butter
Obtained from
plants / Emollient
Hydrolyzed grape fruit
Astringent, Skin
protecting
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium
Bergamia (Bergamot)
Leaf Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Shea butter is a vegetable fat obtained from the fruit of a tree native to
Africa, Butyrospermum parkii. Shea butter is primarily composed of fatty
acids such as stearic and oleic acids.
Product obtained from fresh marcs of red grapes. Biotechnological
processes used allow to obtain a product particularly rich in biophenols.
This ingredient is great for skin aging as it helps maintaining hydration
and elasticity of the skin, fighting the signs of aging such as loss of
firmness, dehydration, wrinkles, loss of brightness. It protects against
damage caused by continuous exposure to light and determining a
particular type of premature aging, which manifests as dryness, scaling,
induration, yellowing and deepening of the weave with the appearance of
wrinkles. The content of biophenols improves microcirculation contrasting
water retention and the lack of oxygen, which ultimately leads to the
alteration of the structure and elastic connective tissue.
Tocopheryl acetate is a chemical compound that consists of acetic acid
and tocopherol (vitamin E).
Bergamia Citrus Aurantium (Bergamot) Leaf Oil is a volatile oil obtained
from the leaves of Citrus aurantium bergamia. Bergamot, whose name
derives from the turkish “beg armudi”, or “pear tree of the Lord”, is a citrus
fruit of the Citrus genus of spherical shape and aesthetically similar to an
orange-lemon. Bergamot has proved to be an extraordinary ally in various
fields, including cosmetic, culinary and the pharmaceutical industry.
The essential oil of bergamot is used to combat stress and to reduce
agitation, confusion, depression and fear, bringing optimism and serenity.
Citrus Aurantium
Dulcis (Orange) Peel
Oil
Panthenol
Masking
Antistatic
Skin-conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
If inhaled, it induces a joyful and dynamic mood, eliminating the
psychological barriers. It also acts on the nervous system by
counteracting the anxiety and reconciling sleep. Bergamot oil has a strong
antiseptic power; applied on the skin it plays a powerful antibacterial and
disinfectant, in the case of acne and abscesses. The content of vitamin C,
Bl and B2 and P in the juice, vitamin A and E in the flavedo, bergamot can
be considered a fruit with good vitamin content, therefore useful in
disorders of bone to altered calcium absorption, teething pains, collagen,
muscular weakness or neuromuscular hyperexcitability, erethism cardiac,
anemia from reduced absorption of iron, congestion and various
hepatobiliary diseases with altered vascular permeability.
Orange trees probably originated in Southeast Asia. Oranges are now
widely cultivated in the tropics and subtropics. Sweet oranges, also know
by the Latin name Citrus sinensis, include navel oranges, Valencia
oranges and blood oranges. A number of ingredients made from sweet
oranges, including Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) and many others.
The types of products in which these ingredients may be found include
bath products, soaps and detergents, skin care products, cleansing
products, fragrance products and hair care products.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
Greywater and septic tanks.
Acetyl hexapeptide 8, which is also known as Argireline, is a peptide
compound that is used in skin care to reduce the appearance of wrinkles
brought on by repeated facial expressions. When it comes to fine lines
and wrinkles on the face, especially around the eyes and mouth; they
usually form because of repeated facial expressions, such as smiling,
frowning, or furrowing the brow in deep concentration or frustration. When
people make these expressions, the face contorts based on the
contraction of the muscles beneath the skin. Acetyl hexapeptide 8 can
temporarily get rid of wrinkles by intercepting messages from the brain,
thereby preventing muscle contractions. If you’re considering ways to
remove wrinkles, such as frown and laugh lines, then this peptide may be
an option for you, though it is not likely to eliminate deep forehead
wrinkles or other significantly pronounced lines. Although acetyl
Allantoin
Antistatic /
Biological
Additive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Moisten
hexapeptide-8 is thought to be generally safe, keep in mind that when
using products with this chemical, you should start slowly, as you may
temporarily create unnatural face expressions if you do not use the
products correctly.
Allantoin is a natural chemical compound that is produced by many
organisms, including animals, bacteria and plants. For instance, it can be
found in botanical extracts of the comfrey plant. Allantoin is a natural
soothing, anti-irritant, and skin protectant that increases the water content
of the extracellular matrix which provides structural support to cells and is
an important part of connective tissue. Allantoin also increases the
smoothness of the skin; promotes cell replication, healing of wounds,
burns, and scars. The product is used in many skin care products
including shampoos, lipsticks, anti-acne products, clarifying lotions,
various cosmetic lotions and creams, and other cosmetic and
pharmaceutical products. It is added to skin care products for its
moisturizing effect as well as its ability to cause the outer layer of dead
skin cells to loosen and shed.
Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid
is found naturally in the fluid that bathes joints, in the vitreous humor of
the eye and in the skin. It's abundant in the dermis of young skin, but
levels of this important compound decline with age. This makes skin look
older. Hyaluronic acid gives skin volume by holding onto water and as
levels decline with age, skin loses its youthful fullness. As an anti-aging
treatment, dermatologists inject it into the dermis of the skin to restore
facial fullness in areas where volume is lost. Sodium hyluronate is the
main ingredient in Restylane, an injectable filler used to treat loss of facial
volume and wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid doesn't easily penetrate the skin
when it's applied topically, so it is most successful when injected into the
dermis of the skin through fillers like Restylane. This is due to its large
size. Sodium hyaluronate is smaller than hyaluronic acid and is able to
move more freely into the deeper layers of the skin. This is an advantage
since sodium hyaluronate is a powerful humectant that attracts and holds
on to water, making it the ultimate skin moisturizer. This helps to hydrate
skin and keep it moist and supple. Because it attracts and binds to water,
it causes slight swelling. This swelling helps to reduce the appearance of
fine lines and wrinkles and gives skin a more youthful appearance. In
addition, the subtle swelling increases volume, which makes skin look
younger.
The fact that hyaluronic acid is found naturally in the dermis of the skin
makes it even more appealing as a skin care ingredient.
Unlike some moisturizing products, moisturizers and cleansers that
contain sodium hyaluronate don't leave a "greasy" feel to the skin. This
makes sodium hyaluronate beneficial as a moisturizer for most skin types.
In moisturizers, it may be combined with other hydrating ingredients that
form a protective layer on the surface of the skin, further increasing skin's
ability to hold onto water. Since hyaluronic acid is naturally found in the
dermis of the skin, products that contain sodium hyaluronate help to
replace hyaluronic acid lost as a result of the natural skin aging process
and sun exposure.
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glycerin Stearate
Emollient /
Emulsifier
Sodium Benzoate
Preserving
Sodium
Dehydroacetate
Preserving
Phenoxyethanol can be an occupational hazard for those working with it
in large quantities. In low doses is safely used as a preservative.
Greywater and Septic tank safe.
Glyceryl Stearate and Glyceryl Stearate SE are esterification products of
glycerin and stearic acid. Glyceryl Stearate is a white or cream-colored
wax-like solid. In cosmetics and personal care products, Glyceryl Stearate
is widely used and can be found in lotions, creams, powders, skin
cleansing products, makeup bases and foundations, mascara, eye
shadow, eyeliner, hair conditioners and rinses, and suntan and sunscreen
products. Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skin's surface,
which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss
of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin's surface.
Sodium Benzoate is benzoic acid’s salt, found in various food like
blueberries, apricots, mushrooms and cinnamon. It looks like a white
powder, which dissolves in water and ethanol. Sodium benzoate is used
as preservative in cosmetics.
Sodium Dehydroacetate is used as preservative in cosmetics products
and is always associated with other germicides. It is allowed in cosmetics
Lactic Acid
Tampon Agent /
Moisten
Ethylhexylglycerin
Preservative /
Germicide
Xanthan Gum
Binder /
Stabilizer
Emulsions /
Thickener
with a concentration up to the 0,5%. To sensible subjects it can give
allergic reactions. Dehydroacetic Acid and Sodium Dehydroacetate are
tasteless, odorless white powders; they kill microorganisms and prevent
their growth and reproduction, thus protecting cosmetics and personal
care products from spoilage. These ingredients are more likely to act by
preventing the growth of microbes, rather than killing the microbes.
Lactic acid is an organic acid belonging to the category of alpha hydroxy
acids, substances that can break the bonds that are created between the
keratinocytes, promoting the peeling of the skin, even down to the deeper
layers. Lactic Acid has exfoliating properties, pH regulator and skin
conditioning. As an exfoliating, the Lactic acid is used at a maximum
concentration of 10% in cosmetic products and at a pH greater than 3.5. It
can be used under medical supervision, in the topical treatment against
aging, and in this case, the dosage may reach 30% and the final product
must have a pH greater than 3. Utilisation of lactic acid is not
recommended to exposure to ultraviolet rays, except with high protection,
since it increases the sensitivity of the skin against the sun's rays. It
accelerates cell turnover and stimulates the synthesis of
glycosaminoglycans, with the result that the skin looks more radiant and
hydrated.
Ethylhexylglycerin is glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin
conditioning agent.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are
polysaccharides derived from the fermentation of carbohydrates. Xanthan
Gum is derived from glucose or corn syrup, while Biosaccharide Gum-1 is
derived from sorbitol. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are used
in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products including bath
products, makeup, skin and hair care products, and toothpaste. In
cosmetics and personal care products, Xanthan Gum may function as a
binder, emulsion stabilizer, skin-conditioning agent - miscellaneous,
surfactant - emulsifying agent, or viscosity increasing agent - aqueous.
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is reported to function as a skin conditioning agent miscellaneous.
Sodium Phytate
Chelating
Citric Acid
Tampon Agent
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Limonene
Parfum’s Allergen
Linalool
Parfum’s Allergen
Sodium Phytate is the sodium salt of phytic acid, chelating agent, of
natural origin derived from the bran of wheat and rice. It is in the form of
liquid of dark color, soluble in water. Sodium Phytate is used in cosmetics
at low doses (0.1%) as a chelating agent, often to replace EDTA in the
formulation of natural products. There are no effects of irritability or skin
sensitization. It is a biodegradable product.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
Potassium Sorbate (potassium salt of sorbic acid) is presented as an
odorless white solid, soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol. It is
used in cosmetics and as a food preservative. It is used as a preservative
in various cosmetic preparations, such as lotions, creams, hair products
and deodorants, always in combination with other antimicrobial
substances, in particular benzoic acid. It can also be used in eco-certified
products. Its use is permitted in cosmetics up to a maximum concentration
of 0.6%. It is considered a safe and well-tolerated ingredient.
Limonene is a chemical found in the peels of citrus fruits and in other
plants. Limonene is used to promote weight loss, prevent cancer, treat
cancer, and treat bronchitis. In foods, beverages, and chewing gum,
limonene is used as a flavoring. In pharmaceuticals, limonene is added to
help medicinal ointments and creams penetrate the skin. In
manufacturing, limonene is used as a fragrance, cleaner (solvent), and as
an ingredient in water-free hand cleansers. Because of the sensitizing
potential, Limonene is on the list of the 26 fragrances considered
allergenic, which by law must be listed on the label when their percentage
exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinsed products.
Given its strong sensitizing capacity, it is not generally used in cosmetic
products intended for sensitive skin or designed for applications in the
most delicate areas of the skin (cleansers, cosmetic products for children
or products for the eye area). In nature it is contained in the peels of
lemon or other citrus fruit, namely in the essential oils obtained from
orange or lemon.
Linalool is a naturally occurring component of essential oils, such as
Lavender Oil, Bergamot Oil, Geranium Oil and Ylang-Ylang Oil. Linalool is
an alcohol found in nature, whose function is to give a particular smell to
some plants such as lavender, bay leaf, bergamot, jasmine, mandarin
leaves and orange, narcissus and so on. In cosmetics Linalool is used in
the production of vitamin E. Being a potentially allergenic substance,
linalool is on the list of the 26 fragrances considered allergenic, which by
law must be listed on the label when their percentage exceeds 0.001% in
leave-on products and 0.01% in rinsed products.
BODY CREAM
SUPREME BODY CREAM
Aqua [Water]
Prunus Amygdalus
Dulcis (Sweet Almond)
Oil
Glycine Soja
(Soybean) Oil
Solvent
Aqua is the INCI name for purified water which is used in many cosmetics
products.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil is a pale, straw-colored or
colorless oil obtained from almonds. In cosmetics and personal care
products, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil is used in many
different products including bath oils, lipstick, skin cleansing products,
moisturizers, night skin care products and sunscreen products.
It acts as a lubricant on the skin surface, which gives the skin a soft and
smooth appearance. When used in shampoos, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis
(Sweet Almond) Oil imparts a desirable sheen to the hair and acts as an
oil and water emulsifier.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil is obtained by expressing
oil from the ripe seed kernels of Prunus amygdalus dulcis. It consists
mainly of oleic and linoleic triglycerides. The use of almond derivatives
began with the ancient Hindus, who employed a paste made of crushed
almonds as a body cleanser. Today, almond products are widely used in
cosmetics and personal care products.
Soybean oil is produced from the seeds of the soybean plant. Soybeans
are a species of legume and contain significant amounts of amino acids,
and omega-6 fatty acids. Soybean oil is obtained from Glycine Soja plant;
this ingredient primarily consists of triglycerides of oleic, linoleic, linolenic
Polyglyceryl-3
Methylglucose
Distearate
Emulsifier
Glycerin
Denaturation /
Moisten / Solvent
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Stearic Acid
Emulsifier /
Stabilizer
Emulsions
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient /
Emulsifier /
Stabilizer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii
(Shea Butter) Butter
Obtained from
Plants / Emollient
and saturated acid. It is used in cosmetics as an emollient (to soften and
smooth) and emulsifier (to keep a product from separating). Soy also
contains natural antioxidants. Organic Soybean oil are usually made by
being minimally processed with low pressure, low heat extrusion, and
expeller pressed. Soybean Oil (Glycine Soja) is generally classified as
non-toxic or harmful.
While undiluted forms of this ingredient were shown to cause slight
dermal irritation, no sensitization was observed in studies where
individuals applied products containing the ingredient. Thus, this product
is assessed as safe to use in cosmetic formulations.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
Works as an emollient, skin conditioner and thickening agent. It lubricates
the surface of the skin/hair, removes the appearance of dry patches and
flakes and gives the skin a soft and smooth look. It gives cosmetic
products water-repelling properties and an easy spreadabillity.
Stearic acid is one of many fatty acids that occur naturally in various
plants and animal derivatives. It's found in such products as animal tallow,
cocoa butter and vegetable fats. When it's used in cosmetic products,
stearic acid primarily fulfills the role of a thickener or hardener. As a
surfactant, stearic acid is a powerful cleanser. A surfactant is a compound
that helps reduce water's surface tension, allowing it to mix with oils and
dirt on the surface of the skin. Because of stearic acid, soap particles are
able to attach to the dirt and oil on the skin, loosening them so they can
then be washed away with water.
Stearic acid also acts as an emulsifying agent, meaning it binds together
materials -- such as oil and water -- that would usually separate.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks.
Tocopheryl acetate is a chemical compound that consists of acetic acid
and tocopherol (vitamin E).
Shea butter is a vegetable fat obtained from the fruit of a tree native to
Africa, Butyrospermum parkii. Shea butter is primarily composed of fatty
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient /
Emulsifier
Cananga odorata
flower oil
Masking,
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Preserving
Benzoic Acid
Preservative
acids such as stearic and oleic acids.
Glyceryl Stearate and Glyceryl Stearate SE are esterification products of
glycerin and stearic acid. Glyceryl Stearate is a white or cream-colored
wax-like solid. In cosmetics and personal care products, Glyceryl Stearate
is widely used and can be found in lotions, creams, powders, skin
cleansing products, makeup bases and foundations, mascara, eye
shadow, eyeliner, hair conditioners and rinses, and suntan and sunscreen
products. Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skin's surface,
which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss
of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin's surface.
Ylang-Ylang essential oil as well as making the skin pleasantly soft,
stimulates circulation and also helps you to relax, unwind and dissolve the
body, muscles, anxiety, tension and stress. For this reason it is widely
used as massage oil. Curiosities say that it is also used for its aphrodisiac
effect, due to its ability to relax and clear the senses, and its medicinal
virtues are very well suited in the case of palpitations.
Phenoxyethanol can be an occupational hazard for those working with it
in large quantities. In low doses is safely used as a preservative.
Greywater and Septic tank safe.
Sodium Benzoate is benzoic acid’s salt, found in various food like
blueberries, apricots, mushrooms and cinnamon. It looks like a white
powder, which dissolves in water and ethanol. Sodium benzoate is used
as preservative in cosmetics.
Benzoic acid is an ingredient that is common in many types of skin care
products, but often suffers from mistaken identity. The name of the
substance is similar to that of benzoyl peroxide, a medicinal ingredient
often used in the treatment of acne. Despite the similarity of their names,
benzoic acid and benzoyl peroxide are not the same ingredient and do
not offer the same benefits for the skin. Benzoic acid is, however, a
building block of benzoyl peroxide and mixes with oxygen to form the
substance. Benzoic acid is also sometimes confused with benzoin resin,
from which benzoic acid is derived, and with the organic compound
benzoin, which is used to protect building and industrial materials from
sun damage. In its natural state, benzoic acid is colorless and looks as if it
Sodium
Dehydroacetate
Preserving
Calendula officinalis
flower extract
Masking,
Perfuming, Skin
conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Preservative /
Germicide
Xanthan Gum
Binder /
Stabilizer
Emulsions /
Thickener
were comprised of thin, shiny shavings due to the natural shape of its
crystalline structure. The ingredient is classified as a weak acid and is
comprised of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. Benzoic acid is found in a
variety of plants, including apricots, cranberries, mushrooms and jasmine.
Some invertebrate species also contain benzoic acid. Because it is milder
than other types of chemical preservatives, benzoic acid is often found in
products designed for sensitive skin. The most common modern use of
benzoic acid in personal care products is as a preservative. The antifungal nature of the ingredient helps prevent mold from growing within the
packaging of products. It is also a mild antibacterial, which means it
protects products from bacteria as well. Benzoic acid that is derived from
plants or invertebrates may also be used as an alternative to chemical
preservatives in natural skin care lines.
Sodium Dehydroacetate is used as preservative in cosmetics products
and is always associated with other germicides. It is allowed in cosmetics
with a concentration up to the 0,5%. To sensible subjects it can give
allergic reactions. Dehydroacetic Acid and Sodium Dehydroacetate are
tasteless, odorless white powders; they kill microorganisms and prevent
their growth and reproduction, thus protecting cosmetics and personal
care products from spoilage. These ingredients are more likely to act by
preventing the growth of microbes, rather than killing the microbes.
Calendula Officinalis Extract is used to protect against damages caused
by sun rays, thanks to the presence of carotenes
Ethylhexylglycerin is glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin
conditioning agent.
Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable and suitable for
greywater and septic tanks. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are
polysaccharides derived from the fermentation of carbohydrates. Xanthan
Gum is derived from glucose or corn syrup, while Biosaccharide Gum-1 is
derived from sorbitol. Xanthan Gum and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are used
in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products including bath
products, makeup, skin and hair care products, and toothpaste. In
Linalool
Parfum’s Allergen
Benzyl salicylate
Perfuming, UV
Absorber
Benzyl benzoate
Antimicrobial,
Perfuming,
Solvent
Farnesol
Geraniol
Soothing,
Denaturant,
Perfuming,
Solvent,
Perfuming, Tonic
cosmetics and personal care products, Xanthan Gum may function as a
binder, emulsion stabilizer, skin-conditioning agent - miscellaneous,
surfactant - emulsifying agent, or viscosity increasing agent - aqueous.
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is reported to function as a skin conditioning agent miscellaneous.
Linalool is a naturally occurring component of essential oils, such as
Lavender Oil, Bergamot Oil, Geranium Oil and Ylang-Ylang Oil. Linalool is
an alcohol found in nature, whose function is to give a particular smell to
some plants such as lavender, bay leaf, bergamot, jasmine, mandarin
leaves and orange, narcissus and so on. In cosmetics Linalool is used in
the production of vitamin E. Being a potentially allergenic substance,
linalool is on the list of the 26 fragrances considered allergenic, which by
law must be listed on the label when their percentage exceeds 0.001% in
leave-on products and 0.01% in rinsed products.
Benzyl salicylate adds fragrance to cosmetic products but also it is used
as UV light absorber (scattering and reflecting), thus preventing products
from going bad
Benzyl benzoate is used as solvent and preservative.
Extract of plants that is used in cosmetics primarily for fragrance. It has
antibacterial properties and it may also have some antioxidant properties
Geraniol is found in oil-of-rose, citronella oil, and in the essential oils of
geranium, lemon and ylang ylang. It's a naturally occurring fragrance.