Know the ingredients in skincare products
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(NO Harmful Chemicals, NO Synthetic Fragrances, NO Animal Derivatives, NO Synthetic Ingredients, NO Food Colouring, NO PEGS, NO Parabens, NO SD Alcohol, NO Phthalates, NO Petrochemicals, NO Propylene Glycol, NO Phenoxyethanol, NO Artificial Dyes, NO SLS/SLES, NO GMO’S, NO Formaldehyde, NO Aluminium, NO Sulphates)
Know the ingredients in skincare products - Glossary of Terms
Get below the surface on the skin-care terms and the information you really need to know about. This is not exhaustive, but a gateway to knowledge!
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Antioxidant:
Ingredients that can help neutralise free radicals (highly reactive molecules inthe environment). When the balance of free radicals and antioxidants in the skin is out of whack, free radicals can cause damage, possibly resulting in premature aging of the skin.
Collagen:
A protein found in many parts of the body, including your bones, muscles, and ligaments. In skin, it’s important for keeping the face looking firm and plump. But collagen production in our bodies slows down as we age, and exposure to UV radiation degrades collagen as well. That’s why collagen (and products that claim to boost the production of collagen) have become such popular skin-care ingredients in recent years.
Comedones:
Clogged pores. They may be open (blackheads) or closed (whiteheads).
Free radicals: Molecules that have gained or lost an extra electron, which means they need to “steal” electrons from surrounding sources. Free radicals are sometimes created in the body in small amounts through totally normal and natural processes. But they can also be created by exposure to some kinds of radiation, including UV rays. And in high enough doses, free radicals can damage the skin. Antioxidants are thought to neutralise free radicals and prevent that damage.
Humectant:
A type of hydrating ingredient found in moisturisers that actually draws water into the skin. (but doesn’t necessarily keep it there)
Keratosis Pilaris:
Sometimes referred to as “chicken skin,” keratosis pilaris looks like tiny, often red, white, or flesh-coloured bumps on the skin. It’s totally harmless and caused by a buildup of keratin around the hair follicle, which can clog pores and cause inflammation or redness in the area.
Melanin:
The pigment that gives skin its colour, created by cells called melanocytes.
Melasma:
A skin condition that causes greyish or brown patches of skin, primarily on the face. It’s often triggered by hormonal changes, including pregnancy, which is why melasma is sometimes called the “mask of pregnancy.”
Micellar water:
Used as a cleanser, micellar water is made up of micelles (spherical clusters of surfactants) and water. Rather than washing it off like a typical cleanser, micellar water is usually wiped on with a co on round, which also wipes off dirt and excess oil, and then left to dry before continuing with the rest of your skin-care routine.
Non-comedogenic:
A skin-care ingredient that’s comedogenic means that it can clog pores. So, if you have acne-prone skin, it’s important to seek out products that are noncomedogenic.
Rosacea:
A common skin condition that causes excess facial redness, typically in the form of flushing, small red raised bumps, or broken blood vessels. It can be triggered by everything from the weather to exercise to skin-care ingredients to food.
Stratum corneum:
The outermost layer of your skin. It’s composed of skin cells held together by intercellular lipids with a layer of dead skin cells and oil on top. It keeps hydration in and potential irritants and allergens out.
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A few names to definitely avoid putting on your skin..
Artificial fragrances:
Can cause skin allergies and skin reaction to light (photo allergy). Commonly used in pressed powders and can be known to cause irritation and clogged pores.
Bismuth Oxychloride:
In many mainstream mineral brands as a filler to lower manufacturing costs.⠀Very commonly used, and a very popular ingredient in both traditional and mineral makeup. However, skin irritation from bismuth oxychloride is not unusual.
Chemical dyes:
Link directly to skin allergies. Studies have found a breast cancer link to red 04 dye.
Dimethicone:
A man-made toxic synthetic pigment and silicone-based polymer. Dimethicone sits on the surface of the skin and doesn’t allow it to breathe, causing irritation.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Formaldehyde
Personal care products that contain formaldehyde make an unnecessary contribution to an individual's exposure to this chemical – particularly since research shows that cosmetic products can release small amounts of formaldehyde into the air shortly after they are applied. Formaldehyde is most dangerous when inhaled
GMO’S (Genetically Modified Organisms)
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genes have been artificially altered to modify their characteristics in some way or another. GMOs may be plants, animals or most commonly microorganisms including bacteria, viruses parasites and fungi.
Lead:
A known neurotoxin. Exposure to lead may result in brain damage, cancer, miscarriage and infertility. Often found in lipsticks — don’t poison your pucker!
Manganese:
A byproduct of lead and copper refining and almost chemically identical to toxic arsenic, manganese is used as a filler because it gives a pearlescent shimmer. Can cause itching and clogged pores.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Parabens:
Preservatives commonly used in makeup products. Talc: A cheap bulking agent that is dry, chalky and related to asbestos. It’s used in many mainstream mineral brands as a filler to lower manufacturing costs.⠀
PEGs (also known as Polyethylene Glycol)
Part of a family of synthetic chemical compounds often used in cosmetic and personal care products. PEGs are used in cosmetics and personal care products as solvents, thickeners, softeners and moisture carriers. PEG’s are a penetration enhancer, and allow harmful ingredients to be absorbed more readily through the skin
Phthalates:
Man-made substances that mimic the female sex hormone oestrogen. Past studies have linked them to birth defects, kidney problems and infertility. Trace elements are being absorbed through the skin and, because the body doesn’t know what to do with them, they accumulate over time. Commonly found in plastic but also often present in perfumes and lip glosses.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
SLS:
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, (also known as SDS: Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate) - SLS is safe in formulations used in cosmetics and personal care products. Because many of these products are designed to be rinsed off after short applications, the risks are minimal. According to most research, SLS is an irritant. Continuous skin exposure to SLS could cause mild to moderate irritation.
SLES:
Sodium Laureth Sulfate, also known as Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate.
The highest risk of using products with SLS and SLES is irritation to your eyes, skin, mouth, and lungs.
For people with sensitive skin, sulfates may also clog pores and cause acne.