Category: Ingredients

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Tara gum is used as a replacement for locust bean gum and guar gum in food products. Benefits Tara gum is said to have the following beneficial properties: solubility in hot water high viscosity stability to acid conditions and heat treatment Other Names Caesalpinia spinosa gum References Source: http://en.silvateam.com/Products-Services/Food-Ingredients/Tara-gum/Safety-assessment

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Cadmium is a metal used in low-melting alloys, electroplating, paint pigments, and rechargeable batteries. It is also used as a trace element in mineral dietary supplements. Benefits Cadmium is believed to be a required trace element thought to be involved with metabolism. References Source: https://mineralseducationcoalition.org/elements/cadmium/

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Isoparaffin ingredients (C13-14 Isoparaffin, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, C7-8 Isoparaffin, C8-9 Isoparaffin, C9-11 Isoparaffin, C9-12 Isoparaffin, C9-13 Isoparaffin, C9-14 Isoparaffin, C9-16 Isoparaffin, C10-11 Isoparaffin, C10-12 Isoparaffin, C10-13 Isoparaffin, C11-12 Isoparaffin, C11-13 Isoparaffin, C11-14 Isoparaffin, C12-14 Isoparaffin, C12-20 Isoparaffin, C13-16 Isoparaffin, C18-70 Isoparaffin, C20-40 Isoparaffin, Isooctane and Isoeicosane) are used in cosmetics and personal care […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Long-chain alkyl benzoates (C12-15 Alkyl Benozate, C16-17 Alkyl Benzoate, Stearyl Benzoate, Isostearyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Benzoate and Octyldodecyl Benzoate) are used in a variety of cosmetic products including bath, baby, shaving, suntan, hair care, nail care, and skin care products. Benefits Long-chain alkyl benzoates function as skin-conditioning agents and/or emollients that leave […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Sodium olefin sulfonates (Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium C14-18 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium C16-18 Olefin Sulfonate) are used in cosmetics and personal care products, specifically shampoos and other bath and shower products. Benefits Sodium olefin sulfonates help water to mix with oil and dirt so that they […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses C10-18 triglycerides are used in cosmetic formulations including concealer, powder, sunscreen, and eye cream. Benefits C10-18 triglycerides are said to act as emollients, skin conditioning agents, and solvents. It is responsible for giving cosmetic formulations their water binding and thickening abilities. References Source: https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/c10-18-triglycerides

Butylparaben is an organic compound that has proven to be a highly successful antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics.   Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butylparaben

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses The leaf, root, and bulb of the butterbur herb are used to make medicine to treat pain, upset stomach, stomach ulcers, migraines, cough, chills, anxiety, fever, insomnia, asthma, irritable bladder, appetite stimulation, wound healing, and more. Benefits Butterbur is said to be “possible effective” in treating: […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Butter oil is used in many ways including as a dietary supplement as well as a topical skin care product. Benefits Butter oil is said to have the following beneficial properties: Vitamins A, D, E, lecithin, and selenium contribute to heart health Anti-aging Vitamin K2 improves appearance of skin, […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Butcher’s broom root is used to make medicine treating conditions including hemorrhoids, gallstones, atherosclerosis, symptoms of poor blood circulation, swelling, and bone fractures. Benefits Butcher’s broom is said to cause blood vessels to constrict and narrow. This may improve blood circulation in the legs by preventing blood from pooling […]