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Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Sodium levulinate is used as a preservative and skin conditioning agent in cosmetics and personal care products. Benefits Sodium levulinate protects products from the growth of microorganisms without altering the integrity of other ingredients. Cautions Sodium levulinate may be irritating to the skin. References Source: https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/sodium-levulinate

Contents Uses References Uses Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is used as a chelating agent in cosmetics. References Source: http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/724485/TETRASODIUM_GLUTAMATE_DIACETATE/

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate/Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate is used as a mild, non-drying cleanser. Benefits Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate/Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate is derived from coconut oil and acts as a surfactant and foaming agent. Cautions It is not approved by the CIR or any other organization for use in cosmetics. References source: https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/sodium-methyl-2-sulfolauratedisodium-2-sulfolaurate

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Rosemary seed extract, or ROE, is used to preserve natural oils. Benefits ROE is said to have potent antioxidant properties that can be attributed to its carnosic acid content. Cautions Recommended use level is .02% – .05% Other Names Rosemary Oil Extract, ROE, Rosemary Oleoresin Extract, Rosmarinus […]

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Arum maculatum is a plant used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Benefits Arum maculatum is said to be a diuretic, stimulant, and purgative. It is also said to help cure sore throats and ringworm. Other Names Lords and Ladies. Arum. Starchwort. Adder’s Root. Bobbins. Friar’s Cowl. Kings and […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Anhydroxylitol is used as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care product formulations. Benefits Humectants boost absorption of accompanying ingredients in formulations and keeps things moist. In anti-aging products, anhydroxylitol helps to seal in moisture which is necessary to protect the skin against damaging environmental effects. When skin is hydrates, […]

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Milk fat is made from the fats of whole milk and is used in cosmetics, personal care products, and for dietary benefits. Benefits Milk fat is said to have the following beneficial properties: skin and scalp moisturizer skin and scalp nourishment lowers bad blood cholesterol level enhances good blood […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Andrographis paniculata is used medicinally to treat liver complaints, fever, upper respiratory tract infections, and more. Benefits Andrographis paniculata is said to be an anti-inflammatory and immunostimulant. Cautions Andrographis paniculata may cause headache, fatigue, rash, diarrhea, pruritus, and decreased sex drive. Other Names Kalmegh, Kalmegh, Chuanxinlian, Kalupnath […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Ammonium glycyrrhizate is used in the formulation of makeup, fragrance, hair care, skin care, shaving, personal hygiene, and suntan products. Benefits Ammonium Glycyrrhizate is said to enhance the appearance of dry and damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness. They are also said to impart a flavor to cosmetics […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Aminophenol is used in cosmetics and personal care products, specifically in the formulation of permanent hair dyes, color, and tints. Benefits Aminophenol imparts color to hair. References Source: http://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/p-aminophenol