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Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer is used in cosmetics and personal care products. Benefits Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer acts as an emulsion stabilizer and viscosity increasing agent. Other Names ACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE COPOLYMER, 1PROPANESULFONIC ACID, 2METHYL2 [ (1OXO2PROPENYL) AMINO] , MONOSODIUM SALT, POLYMER WITH 2PROPENAMIDE; 2-METHYL-2- [ (1-OXO-2-PROPENYL) AMINO] – MONOSODIUM SALT […]

Abies sibirica, the Siberian fir, is an evergreen tree.   The tree lives in the cold climate on moist soils in mountains or river basins.  It is very shade-tolerant, frost-resistant that survives in a cold temperatures of −50 °C. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Siberian fir oil is used medicinally, as well as […]

Fir needle oil is extracted from fir needles, which are the soft, flat yet needle like “leaves” tree. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Fir needle oil is extracted from fir needles and used for a variety of health-related applications. Benefits Fir needle oil is said to have the following beneficial properties: reduce pain prevent […]

2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl occurs as a light gray to a light pink powder that is used in hair dyes. Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl  is used in the formulation of permanent hair dyes, tints, and colors. Benefits Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl helps to impart a color to hair. References Source: http://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/24-diaminophenoxyethanol-hcl

4-Chlororesorcinol is a halogenated phenol that is used as a hair dye and color products. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses 4-Chlororesorcinol is used in the formulation of hair dyes, tints, and colors. Benefits 4-Chlororesorcinol imparts a color to hair. Cautions Generally, 4-Chlororesorcinol will have a warning statement and patch test instructions to determin if each […]

2–Amino–3–Hydroxypyridine is used as a precursor for manufacturing hair dye colors.   It primary reacts with intermediates to form the final dye-stuff. Contents Uses Cautions Other Names References Uses 2-amino-3-hydroxypyridine is a heterocyclic aromatic compound used in the formulation of hair dye. Cautions 2-amino-3-hydroxypyridine is subject to concentration and/or use limitations. Other Names 2-amino 2-pyridinol; 2-amino-2-pyridinol; 2-aminopyridin-3-ol; […]

Potassium alum, also, known as potash alum, or potassium aluminum sulfate.   It is a chemical compound and its formula is KAl(SO4)2 .   Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Potassium alum is an inorganic salt used as an active ingredient in cosmetics and oral health care medications. It is used in water purification leather tanning dyeing fireproof […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Chanca piedra is an herb used to treat various urinary tract disorders as well as digestive tract disorders. Benefits Chanca piedra is said to contain chemicals that relieve spasms and fever, increase urine, and fight bacteria and viruses. It is also said to lower blood sugar. […]

   Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses The chaga mushroom is used primarily as a food additive and/or dietary supplement. It’s benefits are experienced primarily via ingestion. Benefits The chaga mushroom is said to have the following beneficial properties: anti-tumor betulinic acid immune system health aid anti-inflammatory anti-cancer chemoprotective liver detox antioxidant melanin supplement […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Chaetomium globosum, a mold found on plants, soil. straw, dung, indoor, and on wooden products, is used in homeopathic anti-allergy pills. Benefits Chaetomium globosum relieves individuals from allergy symptoms via stimulation of the body’s allergic reaction systems. Cautions Pregnant and breast-feeding women should consult a doctor prior to use. Stop and consult a […]