Antioxidants help fight the skin-aging free radicals produced by UV, pollution and other environmental factors. Some of the most powerful antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E and niacinamide (vitamin B3).
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BAMBOO
Skin-boosting ingredient derived from the woody evergreen plant.
The leaves of this bright-colored flower are pressed into an antioxidant-rich oil that helps protect skin from environmental stressors.
CERAMIDES
Naturally found in skin's outer layers, these lipid (or fatty acid) molecules help skin to hold onto hydration and maintain a healthy moisture barrier.
CHAMOMILE
Soothing extract from the sunflower and daisy family.
These fruit-derived ingredients help exfoliate, brighten and improve the look of skin's tone and texture. Our Superfruits blend includes glycolic, tartaric, lactic and citric acids from bilberry, noni fruit, orange and lemon extracts.
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GINGER
Skin-brightening extract of the Zingiber Officinale plant.
Bursting with natural vitamin C, lemon extract is a fruit acid that helps to diminish the look of dark spots and discoloration for visibly brighter, more even-toned skin.
LONG LIFE HERB
Natural extract derived from a potent native Japanese plant also known as Chomeiso.
A member of the cactus family, this powerful plant is rich in vitamin E and natural hyaluronic acid and provides soothing, nourishing and antioxidant benefits.
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SALICYLIC ACID
BHA,
Beta Hydroxy Acid,
High-performance exfoliator that can help to reduce blemishes.
Chemical sunscreens absorb ultraviolet light to block UVA and UVB rays. There is consumer concern that, because chemical sunscreens are absorbed by the skin, they can pass into the bloodstream and contribute to adverse health effects.
COAL TAR
A thick liquid extracted from bituminous coal. It is approved as an active ingredient for the control of dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis at certain levels and for limited periods of time. CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) Expert Panel indicated that coal tar can produce adverse health effects when not used in the appropriate concentration.
FORMALDEHYDE
Formaldehyde (a metabolite of all mammals) and formaldehyde-releasing ingredients are used as preservatives to kill microorganisms, or to prevent or inhibit their growth in products. They are classified as a known human carcinogen in the United States.
MICROBEADS
Fine plastic particles used as scrubbing agents in rinse-off cosmetic products, which can contribute to environmental pollution.
MINERAL OIL
A clear, odorless liquid used to moisturize and soften skin. Mineral oil used in cosmetics is a highly purified material obtained from refining petroleum. The use of mineral oil often leads to criticism due to the environmentally damaging effects of petroleum production.
PARABENS
Preservatives used to prevent product deterioration in foods, cosmetics and drugs. There is consumer concern that parabens can disrupt the endocrine system.
PHTHALATES
Phthalate esters are primarily used as plasticizers, which can disrupt the endocrine system.
PROPYLENE GLYCOL
"A human-made organic alcohol that attracts/absorbs water and functions as a humectant in cosmetic formulations. There is consumer concern that it is a skin irritant.
TRICLOCARBAN
Used as a preservative to kill microorganisms, or to prevent or inhibit their growth in products. There is consumer concern that triclocarban can disrupt the endocrine system.
TRICLOSAN
Used as a preservative to kill microorganisms, or to prevent or inhibit their growth in products. There is consumer concern that triclosan can disrupt the endocrine system.
