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POSITIVE EFFECTS
Kills or inhibits the growth of micro-organisms on the skin.
Protects skin from free radicals and environmental damage.
Reduces excess sebum production on the skin.
Softens and soothes the skin.
Attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
Provides various conditioning benefits to the skin.
Improves the overall condition and appearance of the skin.
Protects the skin from environmental damage and irritants.
Helps to smooth the skin’s texture.
Protects the skin from harmful UV radiation.
Shields the skin from the damaging effects of UV rays.
Enhances the radiance and tone of the skin.
Helps to reduce and prevent acne.
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Promotes the healing of skin wounds and irritations.
Makes the skin feel softer and more supple.
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POTENTIAL HAZARDS
Can clog pores and disrupt skin’s natural processes.
Can exacerbate fungal acne by providing a food source for yeast.
Can disrupt the skin’s natural balance and potentially cause inflammation or allergic reactions.
May be contaminated with harmful impurities and disrupt the skin’s natural barrier.
Can be drying and irritating to the skin, especially in high concentrations.
May cause reactions in individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
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AVOID IN SENSITIVE SKIN
Can cause micro-tears and irritation, particularly on sensitive skin.
Tightens and constricts the skin, which can be irritating.
Masks or eliminates body odor, may cause irritation.
Removes unwanted hair, which can be harsh on the skin.
Adds scent to products, may cause irritation or allergic reactions.
Colors hair, which can be damaging and cause allergic reactions.
Helps to break down and remove dead skin cells.
Adds fragrance to products, potential for irritation.
May cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive skin.
Can trigger allergic reactions in susceptible individuals.
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NEUTRAL EFFECTS
Helps to absorb excess oil and moisture from the skin.
Used to help products stick to the skin or hair.
Prevents clumping in powdered products.
Protects packaging and product from corrosion.
Prevents or reduces foam formation in products.
Reduces sweating by blocking sweat glands.
Helps to reduce the formation of dental plaque.
Helps control sebum production and dandruff.
Reduces static electricity in hair and skin.
Helps ingredients stick together and adhere to surfaces.
Lightens skin or hair by reducing pigment.
Helps maintain the desired pH of a product.
Increases the volume of a product without affecting its function.
Binds metal ions to prevent their negative effects on the product.
Helps remove dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin.
Adds color to cosmetics and skincare products.
Makes products unsuitable for ingestion, often used in alcohol.
Helps to smooth out hair and reduce tangles.
Helps distribute ingredients evenly in a formulation.
Maintains the stability of an emulsion in a product.
Removes hair from the root, typically through mechanical means.
Removes dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.
Nourishes and strengthens eyelashes.
Creates a continuous layer on the skin or hair.
Adds taste to oral care products.
Creates foam in cleansing products.
Helps create a gel-like consistency in products.
Improves the texture and appearance of hair.
Helps style and hold hair in place.
Alters the structure of hair to create waves or straighten.
Attracts moisture to the skin.
Protects products from degradation due to light exposure.
Adds moisture to the skin.
Improves the condition and appearance of nails.
No specific effect reported.
Reduces transparency or translucency of products.
Benefits the health and cleanliness of the mouth.
Promotes oxidation reactions in products.
Adjusts the pH level of a product for optimal performance.
Increases flexibility and prevents brittleness in products.
Prevents the growth of microorganisms to extend shelf life.
Helps dispense products from aerosol containers.
Promotes reduction reactions in products.
Replenishes lipids in the skin.
Gives a fresh and revitalizing feel to the skin.
Forms a barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss.
Enhances the spreadability and feel of products.
Dissolves other ingredients in a formulation.
Alters the surface properties of products.
Helps to clean the skin by lowering surface tension.
Helps distribute ingredients evenly in products.
Helps to mix oil and water in products.
Enhances the foaming properties of cleansing products.
Increases the solubility of other ingredients.
Helps to dissolve ingredients in a formulation.
Revitalizes and tones the skin.
Adjusts the thickness of products.
Calms and alleviates skin irritation.