It's often paired with glyceryl stearate- the twotogether forma super effective emulsifier duo that's salt and acid tolerant and works over a wide pH range. As a super well-known stimulant from coffee, tea and plenty of other soft drinks,Caffeine needs no introduction. Urea makes up about 7% of NMFs next to other things such as amino acids (40%), PCA (12%) or Lactate (12%). A vegetable origin emollient that has a similar consistency to lard (solid at room temperature) but melts rapidly upon contact with the skin. Orange mandarin peel contains less from it than some other citruses (likebergamotor lime), but still, be carefulwith it especially if it's in a product for daytime use. The following ingredients in this product do the job: Its part of 200 natural oils including lavender, ylang-ylang, bergamot, jasmine, geranium and it can be found in 90-95% of prestige perfumes on the market. A double-blind study using a 2.5% LA gel for 4 weeks found a 25% reduction in the size ofmicrocomedones,the tiny blocked pores that can later lead to acne. An extract that comes from one or more of the 20 000 kinds of algae out there. No topical anti-aging product can It can bind huge amounts of water and it's pretty much the current IT-moisturizer. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations, Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. The essential oil coming from the rind of the lemon that we make (or should make) lemonade from. erase It does complywith the INCI standard (the official list about how ingredients on the product labels have to be called, the thing we help you to decodehere :)), but there are about20 000 different kinds of algae and an extract from them can be made in another 10 000 ways. If you are more of a "let's treat this aging thing properly" type, then it's probably not your thing. tools, Origins Plantscription Retinol Night Moisturizer With Alpine Flower Unisex Moisturizer 1 oz, Plantscriptiontrade; Retinol Night Moisturizer with Alpine Flower, Plantscription Retinol Night Moisturizer with Alpine Flower 30ml, Origins Plantscription Retinol Night Moisturizer with Alpine Flower 30ml, A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. It smells like rose and can be found in rose oil or in small quantities in geranium, lemon and many other essential oils. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Theessential oil coming from the flowers of Rose Geranium. It's a commonsynthetic antioxidant that's used as a preservative.There is some controversy around BHT. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten, A tree bark extract that has antibacterial properties and might have an anti-oxidant effect. If you see a cosmetic product that claims that it has "Botox-like effect" then two things are almost certain: one, the product overpromises and two, it contains Argireline. A very common water-loving surfactant and emulsifier that helps to keep water and oil mixed nicelytogether. It leaves a nice non-greasy, non-heavy feeling on the skin. It's the salt form of famous humectant and natural moisturizing factor, hyaluronic acid. Depending on your hair type, it can bea bit difficult to wash out and might cause some build-up (btw, this is not true to all silicones, only the non-volatile types). It might also be useful for acne-prone skin as it normalizes keratinization. There is no known anti-aging or positive skin benefits of the ingredient. It lightens hyperpigmentation (aka UVB caused sun spots) both byblocking the melanin production ofmelanocytes (the skin cells that make the pigment melanin) and by enhancingthe desquamation of melanin pigment from the upper layers of the skin. In general algae extracts serve as moisturizing, emollient and thickening agents, and many of them also have additional anti-aging properties. Can become an allergen with oxidation, An essential oil. The typical use level of Xantha Gum is below 1%, it is usually in the 0.1-0.5% range. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin, Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Overall, linoleic acid is a multi-functional skin goodiewith barrier repairing, acne-reducing, and skin-lightening magic abilities. The well-known stimulant from coffee. As for cosmetics, the CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) concluded that the amount of BHT used in cosmetic products is low (usually around 0.01-0.1%), it does notpenetrate skin far enough to be absorbed into the bloodstream and it is safeto use in cosmetics. In spite of this, if you search for "hyaluronic acid vs sodium hyaluronate" you will find on multiple places that sodium hyaluronate is smaller and can penetrate the skin better. The basis for this claim is that it targets the same wrinkle forming mechanism (wrinkles caused by facial muscle movement) as Botox, but the way it works is very different. C serums might cause a slight tingling on sensitive skin. It can be found in many plant oils, e.g. All in all, limonene has some pros and cons, but - especially if your skin is sensitive -the cons probably outweigh the pros. Now, the not-so-good thing? It can be found in nature - in green tea - but the version used in cosmetics is synthetic. The most probable scenario for the Alge Extract is that it works as a moisturizer and emollient and it mighthave some additional anti-aging properties. moisture to the outside environment. Lemon peel contains a medium amountof them, more than sweet orangebut less than bergamot. A fatty (the good, non-drying kind of)alcohol that makes your skin feel smooth and nice (emollient), helps to thicken up products and also helps water and oil to blend (emulsifier). Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. A handy white powder that magically converts a liquid into a nice gel formula. The downside of it is that it oxidises on air exposure and might become allergenic. Lye - A solid white stuff thats very alkaline and used in small amount to adjust the pH of the product. effectiveness: Normal (well kind of - it's purified and deionized) water. Used as skin- and hair conditioner and skin protectant. The famousomega-6 fatty acid,the mother of all-6 fatty acids in ourbody. In general, the main component of citrus peel oils is limonene (77-86% for mandarin peel), a super common fragrant ingredient that makes everything smell nice (but counts as a frequent skin sensitizer). It might be irritating, Plant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients. A Spanish University also did some research and found thatArgireline increased the level of skin moisturization and decreased both the depth and width of wrinkles "significantly". In a 2001 worldwide study with 178 people with known sensitization to fragrances citronellol tested positive in 5.6% of the cases. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles. A 2017 study compared a 0.2% caffeine liquid with a 5%Minoxidil (an FDA approved active to treat baldness) solution and found that "a caffeine-based topical liquid should be considered as not inferior to minoxidil 5% solution in men with androgenetic alopecia", or English translation means that the caffeine liquid was pretty much as good as the FDA-approvedMinoxidil stuff. If the product is too runny, a little xanthan gum will make it more gel-like. Be careful with it, if your skin is sensitive. Derived from coconut and glycerin, One of the best moisturizing ingredients. A common fragrance ingredient that smells like lemon. A big molecule created from repeated subunits (a polymer of acrylic acid) that magically converts a liquidinto a nice gel formula. This Truth in Aging article details the situation and also writes that all these studies examine BHT when taken orally. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes, An excellent emollient. Other than that, citrus peelalso contains the problematic compoundcalled furanocoumarin that makes them mildly phototoxic. Might be helpful for dark circles, puffy eyes, as well as cellulite and hair loss. Though conventional wisdom and anecdotal evidence says that this property is helpful for dark under-eye circles and puffy eyes, we have to mention that the double-blind research we have found about a 3% caffeine gel concluded that "the overall efficacy of the selected caffeine gel in reducing puffy eyes was not significantly different from that of its gel base." As with all fragrance ingredients, citronellol can also cause allergic contact dermatitis and should be avoided if you have perfume allergy. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging, Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH, Used to create a thicker product consistency, Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. The oil coming from the seeds of the yellow flowered safflower plant. Being a mild keratolytic agent and strong moisturizermeans that high-percentage (10-40%) urea treatments are found effective in a bunch of skin disorders connected to excessive dryness and malfunctioning skin barrier such as ichthyosis, xerosis, psoriasis,eczema and seborrheic dermatitis. It also has some localpain relieving and muscle relaxing magical powers. Naturally present in skin. The essential oil coming from the peel of the mandarin orange. Inhaled volatile compounds seemto have a soothing effect on the central nervous system and studies have shown that lavender aromatherapy canimprove patient's anxiety and experience in hospitals. It's a plant extract that comes from wheat germ. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. No wonder, it is a very popular and common ingredient. A kind of polymer (big molecule from repeated subunits) thathelps to create beautiful gel-like textures. Chemically speaking, it is a saturated (no double bonds) hydrocarbon (a molecule consisting only of carbon and hydrogen), meaning that it's a nice and stable oily liquid with a long shelf life. Argireline - famous peptide that's often referred to as "Botox in a jar". A 2015 research paper on thepotential of uses of algae in cosmetics summarizes that algae are rich sources of biologically active metabolites including antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, alginates, polysaccharides, and carotenoids. It acts asa mild keratolytic agent(some of its moisturizingaction is thought to come from urea's abilityto break down bonds in the protein called filaggrin and thus freeing up amino acids in the skin), enhancesantimicrobial peptide expression and improvesskin barrier function. So this one is the famous peptidethat's marketed by its manufacturer as the "Botox in a jar". It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. Also, we (humans :)) love rose oil. As cosmetic chemistColins writes it, "its safety really is beyond any doubt". The hard thing seems to be eating enough omega-3-s, more specificallyeating a healthy ratio of omega-6 to omega-3, but that is a topic for a what-is-good-to-eat-site and not for us. There is also some research showing that citric acid with regular use (think three monthsand 20% concentration) can help sun-damaged skin, increase skin thickness and some nice hydrating things called glycosaminoglycans in the skin. Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. If that was not enough, we have one more thing to report about LA. Makes the skin nice and smooth, and not shiny or heavy. A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin, Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Overall, we think that caffeine is a very versatile and biologically activeingredient. contains It occurs naturally in certain fish and plant oils (e.g. reduce wrinkles, smooth skin) but without the side effects (though it seems now that the INCI name of Lanablue was changed to Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract). When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they pull in the moisture from the outside environment, or from

Sitemap 2