This is a work in progress and will
be continually updated as I learn more!
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Ingredient
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Purpose
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Cogedogenic Rating
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Notes
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Algae Extract
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Humectant
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5
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Alaria Esculenta (Sea Kelp)
Extract
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Humectant
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5 (?)
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Any marine plant is said to be
highly comedogenic
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Allantoin
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a skin protectant that may help stimulate
tissue growth
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0-1
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Aloe Barbadensis
extract
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Humectant
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0
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Ascorbyl Palmitate
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0-2
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Depends on the grade
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Atelocollagen
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Humectant; may deliver RNA/DNA proteins;
thought to stimulate collagen production, though this is not proven
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Derived from marine plants
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Beta-Carotene
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Antioxidant
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1
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BHT (Butylated hydroxytoluene) or BHA (Butylated
hydroxyanisole)
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Antioxidant
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2-3
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These appear to be used
interchangeably, for the same purpose. Does anyone have information on these?
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Bismuth Oxychloride
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Filler; adds shine; facilitates
coverage
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4-5
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Can be irritating. HEAVILY
refined, possibly toxic. Excellent discussion of refining process here.
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Boron nitride
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helps mask the appearance of fine
lines; lubricates
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May be irritating
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Calcium Silicate
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Anti-caking agent
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Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf
Extract
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Antioxidant
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Caprylic/Capric
Triglyceride
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Surfectant
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Noted in some places as highly
comedogenic; Fractionated coconut oil, which is highly comedogenic; medium-chain
fatty acid, which is good food for bacteria!
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Carmine, Trehalose
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Pigment
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0
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May be irritating
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Carrot Juice (Daucus
carota)
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beta-carotene,
Vitamins A, C, and E, potassium, anti-oxidant. I'm finding lots of anecdotal
evidence, but no studies proving the efficacy of topical applications of
carrot juice to the scalp and hair. People say it reverses hair loss,
moisturizes hair, and provides volume.
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Chromium Oxide
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Pigment
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0
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Cucumber extract
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Humectant, antioxidant, anti-acne
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0 (?)
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Dimethicone
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Humectant; an emollient that
provides glide; provides protective barrier
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0-1
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Elderberry (Sambucus
nigra) extract
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Antioxidant, astringent,
antiseptic, emollient, regenerative
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Stimulates circulation, healing
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Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer
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Coverage? Protective barrier?
Filler?
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Can't find anything on this!
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Ferric ferrocyanide
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Pigment
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Some say to avoid this ingredient,
but it actually has a very low toxicity
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Garcinia Mangostana (Mangosteen)
Fruit Extract
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Antioxidant
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Goat Milk
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Said
to moisturize and strengthen hair. Contains minerals (calcium, phosphorus,
potassium, magnesium, manganese and selenium.); high fat content (capric,
caprylic and caprionic acids and medium-chain triglycerides); vitamins (esp.
A and B6); and protein.
The fatty acids stabilize pH, calming any scalp issues.
Contains
lactic acid so is considered to be a gentle exfoliant on skin
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Lots
of anecdotal evidence, but can't seem to find any studies. All positive
reviews. Said to be non-comedogenic
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Honey
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Supposed
to be good for dry hair and scalp. Antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral,
antifungal. Contains sugars that act as a humectant for the hair shaft. This
has been borne out by studies and lots of anecdotal evidence.
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Hydrolyzed Mango Juice Extract
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Antioxidant, skin conditioner,
wrinkle care
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Can irritate sensitive skin
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Iron oxides
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metals used to provide varying
colors to makeup
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Isopropyl Titanium
Triisostearate
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Provides uniform coating; enhances
texture and slip
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3-5
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Derived from fatty acids
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jojoba oil
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Moisturizer; dissolves sebum plugs
(?)
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0-2
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This seems like a wide range of
comedogenicity.
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Kaolin
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thickener; facilitates coverage and
a creamy texture
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0
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Lauroyl Lysine
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Improves slip and texture; may
provide protective barrier
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Derived from coconut oil, which is
highly comedogenic
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Licorice root extract
(Glycyrrhiza Glabra)
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Anti-acne (eats bacteria), skin lightener,
anti-inflammatory, moisturizer
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May increase testosterone levels,
should be avoided by pregnant ladies!
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Magnesium Stearate
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Improves slip and adherance
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1
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Mostly derived from hydrogenated cotton
seed or palm oil, but is also derived from slaughtered animals!
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Manganese Violet
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Pigment
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May be toxic when inhaled
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Methylparaben
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Preservative
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1 of the common parabens; disrupts
hormone function; linked to cancer, endocrine disruption, reproductive
toxicity, immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity and skin irritation
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Mica
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a mineral that provides a
light-reflecting quality to mineral makeup
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Collects increases and wrinkles; may
irritate skin; may clog pores
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Mineral oil
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Forms hydration barrier; improves
application and adherance
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0
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derived from
petroleum, which gives it a bad rap. but petroleum is a naturally occurring
substance... not a bad ingredient
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Phenoxyethanol
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synthetic ether alcohol
preservative, may be irritating, some say it’s toxic!
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Plankton Extract
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Anti-aging, supposed to
"stimulates metabolic function of cell"
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5
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Polyquaternium-51
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Coverage, protective barrier
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copolymer, organic salt
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Propylparaben
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1 of the common parabens; disrupts
hormone function; linked to cancer, endocrine disruption, reproductive
toxicity, immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity and skin irritation
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Punica Granatum
(Pomegranate) Extract
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Antioxidant
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1 (?)
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Retinyl Palmitate
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fights wrinkles
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2
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Vitamin A and Palmitic acid; could
be irritating; doesn't work
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Rice powder
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a smoothing ingredient used in place
of talc or cornstarch; creates a matte finish; absorbs "toxins"
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A poultice of rice powder is used
to soothe skin inflammations including cysts and pimples; said to be
non-comedogenic; said to be comedogenic!
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Red Tea (Rooibos) leaf
extract
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Antioxidant
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Silica
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anti-caking agent; creates matte
finish; absorbant powder
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The amorphous form, rather than
the crystalline form is used in cosmetics. This is determined safe by the
FDA. Can dry skin out; said to be non-comedogenic
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Sodium Chondroitin
Sulfate
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anit-inflammatory; antioxidant;
intercellular lubricant; may stimulate collagen;
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0
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From Skin Care Innovation: Derived from bovine (cow)
Mucopolysaccharide, which is found in connective tissue, skin, bone and
cartilage together with proteins from the intercellular cells where collagen
and elastin are embedded.
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Very hydrating
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0
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The salt from Hyaluronic Acid
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Sorbic Acid
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preservative
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Talc
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Anti-caking agent; absorbent
powder
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1
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May be carcinogenic
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Tetrasodium EDTA
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preservative, water softener;
chelating (foaming) agent
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known carcinogen; skin irritant
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Titanium dioxide
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a white pigment that offers a
matte finish and UV protection
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0 (?)
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may be carcinogenic
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Tocopherol
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Antioxidant
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2
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Vitamin E
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Ultramarine blue
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a colorant derived from the
gemstone lapis lazuli
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vitamin a oil
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antioxidant
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2
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vitamin e oil
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antioxidant
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2
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Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
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Powder; white pigment
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May be comedogenic; may cause
bacteria buildup in pores; acneic
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Zeolite
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antioxidant, deodorant; oil
absorber
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said to be non-comedogenic
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Zinc Oxide
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white powder; sunscreen
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1
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Zinc Stearate
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emollient' lubricant; imparts
gloss; antiviral; antibacterial
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0
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mild fatty acid
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