Category: Ingredients

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 […]

Cetyl palmitate is white waxy ester derived from palmitic acid and cetyl alcohol. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Cetyl palmitate is a wax-like substance used in cosmetics and personal care products, primarily products including facial moisturizer, foundation, sunscreen, lipstick, and more. Benefits Cetyl palmitate lubricates and conditions the surface of the skin. It also […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Cetyl esters is a synthetic wax used in cosmetics and personal care products including moisturizers, skin care and cleansing products, makeup, hair dyes and conditioners. Benefits Cetyl esters acts as a lubricant on the surface of the skin leaving a soft and smooth appearance. References Source: http://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/cetyl-esters

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Iceland moss is used for treating mouth and throat irritation, loss of appetite, common cold, dry cough, bronchitis, indigestions, fevers, lung disease, kidney and bladder issues, and infection. Iceland moss is also used as an emergency food source in Iceland and as a flavoring in alcoholic […]

Cetearyl wheat straw glycosides are obtained via the reaction of cetearyl alcohol and wheat straw sugars. Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Cetearyl wheat straw glycosides are used in cosmetics and personal care products. Benefits Cetearyl wheat straw glycosides act as a surfactant – emulsifying agent. References Source: http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/717585/CETEARYL_WHEAT_STRAW_GLYCOSIDES/

  Ceteareths (Ceteareth-2, Ceteareth-3, Ceteareth-4, Ceteareth-5, Ceteareth-6, Ceteareth-7, Ceteareth-8, Ceteareth-9, Ceteareth-10, Ceteareth-11, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-13, Ceteareth-14, Ceteareth-15, Ceteareth-16, Ceteareth-17, Ceteareth-18, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-22, Ceteareth-23, Ceteareth-24, Ceteareth-25, Ceteareth-27, Ceteareth-28, Ceteareth-29, Ceteareth-30, Ceteareth-33, Ceteareth-34, Ceteareth-40, Ceteareth-50, Ceteareth-55, Ceteareth-60, Ceteareth-80, Ceteareth-100) are non-ionic surfactants which work by attracting both water and oil at the same time. Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Ceteareths are […]