Interestingly, the combination of avobenzone with mineral sunscreens (that is titanium dioxide and zinc oxide) is not a good idea. Titanium Dioxide is one of the two members of the elite sunscreen group called physical sunscreens (or inorganic sunscreens if youre a science geek and want to be precise). We have shiny explanations(along with product lists) about others as well: Butylene glycol, or lets just call it BG, is a multi-tasking colorless, syrupy liquid. In 2005 Comfort launched a premium variant called Comfort Crme.[3]. A so-calledpolymer microsphere, i.e.
It does so by neutralizing the metal ions in the formula (that usually get into there from water) that would otherwise cause some not so nice changes. Not really that good. Mainly adults withketoprofen-sensitivity and children with sensitive skin are affected, so if you have a small kid, it is probably better to use octocrylene-free sunscreens. Even just one drop of fabric washing liquid can cause your fabric conditioner to thicken so much it cannot be used. Comfort was the first fabric softener to be launched in the UK in 1969. Add the product to the correct compartment of your washing machine - fabric conditioners work best if added in the rinse cycle. In 1997, Comfort was introduced in the Philippines as a fabric conditioner brand until it was discontinued in 2003. A real oldie but a goodie. Please visit our website here to find out more about what is in our products. More information can be found on Cleanipedia. If you are someone who likes to know what you put on your face then fragrance is not your best friend - there's no way to know whats really in it. More information can be found on Cleanipedia. BTW, its also a food preservativeand even has an E number, E202. There is also some research showing that citric acid with regular use (think three monthsand 20% concentration) can help sun-damaged skin, increase skin thickness and some nice hydrating things called glycosaminoglycans in the skin. Since 1964, all detergent based products available in the U.K. have used biodegradable ingredients, which means that they break down relatively easily into harmless waste once they enter a sewage system. A super common, waxy, white, solid stuff that helps water and oil to mix together, gives body to creams and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. Thanks to its water-binding ability, it also prevents the drying out of formulas, especially when combined with the fellow hygroscopic agent, sorbitol. Its a great pick for creating a nice feeling product. It also has a molecular structure that creates large anchors both in the water and in the oil phase making the resulting emulsion not only cosmetically elegant but also very stable. If you see potassium sorbate you should see some other preservative next to it too. If you have spottedethylhexylglycerinon the ingredient list, most probably you will see there also the current IT-preservative,phenoxyethanol. Comfort Concentrate Fabric Conditioner contains amongst other ingredients: 5 -15% Cationic Surfactants, <5% Perfume, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylphenyl Methylpropional Coumarin, Benzisothiazolinone. It is abroad-spectrum (covers the whole UVB and UVA range, 280-400 nm) chemical sunscreen agent with peak protections at about 310 and 345 nm and unlike older UV filters, it's very photostable. An error has occurred. Keen to offer them more, we started exploring other in-wash benefits like anti-static, ease of ironing and concentrated products. Compared to the more commonly used oil-in-water (o/w) emulsions, w/o emulsions tend to be heavier and less cosmetically elegant, butPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is claimed to help with this and enablesa light and elegant skin feel. Thedimethiconol containing silicone blends leave a silky smooth, non-greasy film on the skin. The 1980s saw a surge in fragranced fabric conditioners. The disadvantage of Titanium Dioxide is that it's not cosmetically elegant, meaning it's a white, "unspreadable" mess. It is a clear, colorless liquid that is water-soluble and water-binding (aka humectant) and can help to solubilize sparingly-water soluble things (e.g. An often used glycol that works as a solvent, humectant, penetration enhancer and also gives a good slip to the products. Its pretty much the current IT-preservative. One of the active parts ofChamomile that is used in skincare as a nice anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredient. You can usually find it right in the very first spot of the ingredient list, meaning its the biggest thing out of all the stuff that makes up the product. Products may also contain processed and denatured animal by products with established uses such as tallow, keratin, collagen, elastin etc. And last but not least, when salt is right at the first spot of the ingredient list (and is not dissolved), the product is usually a body scrub where salt is thephysical exfoliating agent. e6)EIgf"{lf||U7$8GzR'F5'_)F]TH_rGetd|lF hV23dp",5g;p~Y7U?K Pure Vitamin C. A skincare superstar that is clinically proven to boost collagen production (in 5-20% concentration), fade hyperpigmentation and boost UV protection under sunscreen. So, AP is one of the attempts by the cosmetics industry to solve the stability issues with vitamin C while preserving its benefits, but it seems to fall short on several things. Today Comfort is a global brand, operating in Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Its not strong enough to be used in itself so its always combined with something else, often with potassium sorbate. A very common silicone that gives both skin and hair a silky smooth feel. Its protection is very good between 290 - 350 nm (UVB and UVA II range), and less goodat 350-400 nm (UVA I) range. You must go and read our geeky detailsabout it.). An oil-soluble chemical sunscreen agent that protects skin in the UVB and somewhat in the UVA II range with a peak absorption of 304 nm. As cosmetic chemistColins writes it, "its safety really is beyond any doubt". A light-feeling, volatile (meaning it does not absorb into the skin but evaporates from it) silicone that gives skin a unique, silky and non-greasy feel. Please try again later!
The big difference is supposed to be that chemical agents absorb UV-light while physical agents reflect it like a bunch of mini umbrellas on top of theskin. A biologically active componentthat can be found in rice bran oil. Comfort comes with a small dosing cap. Works in synergy with Vitamin C. A form of vitamin E that works as an antioxidant. A super commonly used 5 unit long, cyclic structuredsilicone that is water-thin and does not stay on the skin but evaporates from it (called volatile silicone).
In the 1990s, the Comfort brand went through a number of changes: a new logo and more modern packaging in 1992 and the first fully in 2022 its logo had another rebrand. little spherical shaped particles from repeated subunits. We don't have description for this ingredient yet. Do not pour directly on to fabrics. Sodium chloride is the fancy name of salt. If you are into vitamin C, you cantake a look at more promising derivatives here. PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is a popular water-in-oil (w/o) emulsifier, meaning that it helps the oily and watery parts of the formula to mixin a way where water droplets are dispersed in the continuous oil phase and not theother way round. Overall, Ascorbyl Palmitate is our least favorite vitamin C derivative. In large amounts, it can be very drying to the skin. It has natural antioxidant properties and can help to stabilize other unstable plant oils. The main concernwith nanoparticles is that they are so tiny that they are absorbedinto the skin more than we want them (ideally sunscreen should remain on the surface of the skin). The concentration of Comfort classic and Comfort Ultimate Care differs.
An oil-soluble chemical sunscreen agent that protects skin in the UVB and somewhat in the UVA II range with a peak absorption of 304 nm. The under dosing allows natural mineral salts from the water to deposit back into fibres during rinsing which eventually leads to the hard and coarse feeling. BG is approved by Ecocert and is also used enthusiastically in natural products. The Comfort classic range is 100% recyclable*. As for safety, avobenzone has a pretty good safety profile. Overall, we think Trinosorb S is one of the best sunscreen options available today. Pour Comfort in to the correct drawer of your washing machine (check the manual as this varies between makes), switch to your chosen wash and your machine will take care of the rest. It's readily biodegradable. A clear, colorless, odorless oily liquid that makes the formula easily spreadable and also makes the skin nice and smooth (emollient). 1984 saw the launch of the first concentrated fabric softener for Comfort, which was three times more concentrated than regular fabric conditioner. It is made up of 30 to 50 chemicals on average. Animal welfare is an important social and ethical issue. PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is a popular water-in-oil (w/o) emulsifier, meaning that it helps the oily and watery parts of the formula to mixin a way where water droplets are dispersed in the continuous oil phase and not theother way round. The main reason for drainage systems breaking down is due to the far higher volume of waste water entering them than they were originally designed to handle. A white powdery thing that can mattify the skin and thicken up cosmetic products. It also works as a texture enhancer giving formulas an exceptional smoothness and a velvet touch. A 2009 review article about the safety of nanoparticles summarizes this, "to date, in-vivo and in-vitro studies have not demonstrated percutaneous penetration of nanosized particles in titanium dioxide and zinc oxide sunscreens". It's often combined with the non-volatile (i.e. The product is sold as Soft in Chile, Badin in Israel and Molto in Indonesia and has similar variants to Comfort. They are known as the Comfort-eers and are an army of mothers who state that they believe Comfort Pure is the best choice for them and their babies. While this categorization is easy and logicalit turns out it's not true. It works mainly against fungi. In 1998, Comfort replaced cartons with more environmentally-friendly and lightweight crushable bottles, introduced their first hypoallergenic fabric conditioner and launched tumble dryer sheets. Fragrance in the US and parfum in the EU is a generic term on the ingredient list that is made up of 30 to 50 chemicals on average (but it can have as much as 200 components!). It helps to soften scars and increase their elasticity.
In Asia, the campaign is slightly different. Its often used together with ethylhexylglycerin as it nicely improves the preservative activity of phenoxyethanol. Depending on your hair type, it can bea bit difficult to wash out and might cause some build-up (btw, this is not true to all silicones, only the non-volatile types). Our products may contain animal derived ingredients from normal sustainable animal husbandry, farming or fishery practices such as milk, honey, lanolin, silk etc. B9>8(TfY0md&-Y4E# Octocrylene's safety profile is generally quite good, though a review study in Contact Dermatitis reports an "increasing number of patients with photo contact allergy to octocrylene." It is also often used to improve the water resistance of the products. They are good friends becauseethylhexylglycerincan boost the effectiveness of phenoxyethanol (and other preservatives) and as an added bonus it feels nice on the skin too.
In 2004, Comfort produced the first ever fabric softener capsules in the UK, Comfort Pearls. Its an ingredient whose safety hasnt been questioned so far by anyone (at least not that we know about). We are highly skeptical what effect a tiny amount of AP has in a formula. For Comfort classic: pour a 35mL dose straight into the correct compartment of your washing machine drawer along with your favourite laundry detergent. It can also be used together with plant oil + silicone oil mixtures. Mhl"!oYsWcgn43':y2 MFF4;;*t`h4 sACe$g|+kNO/cPYWu"$ +PK[.BnY@48]6$YIat{L_HS L2RBbBU;'KLdyQ9f:8}{ -]/Gi&I`A 9PBNe`oG7hI`Q\,L{1a5$i%?VJ(S!sSx.axdL&z=b;*yf. Wikipedia saysthat avobenzone loses 36% of its UV-absorptioncapacity after just one hour of sunlight (yep, this is one of the reasons why sunscreens have to be reapplied after a few hours). Keep your fabric softener in the best condition by storing it at room temperature and out of direct sunlight. For expert cleaning tips and advice on why to use fabric conditioner, Cleanipedia will have the answers. /Rttm%fH~ }kw:w It can be used in many types of formulations as it has great thermal stability (can be heated up to 85C) and works on a wide range of pH levels (ph 3-10). It is an oil-soluble, slightly yellowish powder that is not absorbed into the skin too much. The Clothworld campaign has travelled the world, running across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and has recently launched in Asia. If these magic three letters dont tell you anything, click here and read our detailed description on glycolic acid, the most famous AHA. The most common skincare ingredient of all.
A helper ingredient that helps to makethe products stay nice longer, aka preservative. Pure Vitamin E. Great antioxidant that gives significant photoprotection against UVB rays. For that to happen, there has to be water in the product and the right pH value (pH 3-4). While softness remained a priority, people also wanted something that would make their laundry smell fresh. Its protection is not strong enough on its own but it is quite photostable (loses 10% of SPF protection in 95 mins) and is often used to stabilize other photo-unstable UV-filters, for example, Avobenzone. A silicone emulsifier that helps water and silicone oils to mix nicely together. An organic derivative of hectorite clay, Disteardimonium Hectorite is used as a viscosity controller - it thickens up formulations to make them less runny.Its most popular use in cosmetics is in sunscreens, under the trademarked name Bentone 38 from Elementis. According to the manufacturer info, it is a real multi-tasker, including the ability to prevent pigments settling during storage, stabilizing a formula for longer,creating a light and smooth skin feel andenhancing the water-resistance of sunscreen formulas. If (similar to us) you are in the weird habit of reading the label on your shower gel while taking a shower, you might have noticed that sodium chloride is almost always on the ingredient list. So citric acid is an exfoliant, that can - just like other AHAs - gently lift off the dead skin cells of your skin and make it more smooth and fresh. An organic derivative of hectorite clay, Disteardimonium Hectorite is used as a viscosity controller - it thickens up formulations to make them less runny.
Gradually, new members of Lisa's family (her mum Karen and sister Daisy) have been introduced, as well as other inhabitants of Clothworld, including Quinitin the beautician, Stitcher the school bully, Satina the soul diva and more recently, Dr Comfy. A recent, 2016 study shows that inorganic sunscreens work mostly by absorption, just like chemical filters, and only a little bit by reflection (they do reflect the light in the visible spectrum, but mostly absorb in the UV spectrum). In South East Asia, the antibacterial range proved to be a big hit because of the sultry weather. If you are into chemistry (if not, we understand, just skip this paragraph), the reason is that electrolytes (you know, the Na+ and Cl- ions) screen the electrostatic repulsion between the head groups of ionic surfactants and thus support the formation of long shaped micelles (instead of spherical ones) that entangle like spaghetti, and viola, a gel is formed. is drying. Comfort also sponsors the Prima Fashion Awards. All in all,Titanium Dioxide is a famous sunscreen agent and for good reason, it gives broad spectrum UV protection (best at UVB and UVA II), it's highly stable, and it has a good safety profile. The cosmetic's industry is trying to solve the problem by combining avobenzone with other UV filters that enhance its stability (like octocrylene,Tinosorb S or Ensulizole) or by encapsulating it and while both solutions help, neither is perfect. It's one of the active parts ofChamomile that contains about 30% of bisabolol. Also,it's an effective deodorant and a medium spreadingemollient. Good old water, aka H2O. Waxy, white, solid stuff that helps water and oil to mix together and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. Second, a study that examined the skin absorption of vitamin C found that ascorbyl palmitate did not increase the skin levels of AA.
It does so by neutralizing the metal ions in the formula (that usually get into there from water) that would otherwise cause some not so nice changes. Not really that good. Mainly adults withketoprofen-sensitivity and children with sensitive skin are affected, so if you have a small kid, it is probably better to use octocrylene-free sunscreens. Even just one drop of fabric washing liquid can cause your fabric conditioner to thicken so much it cannot be used. Comfort was the first fabric softener to be launched in the UK in 1969. Add the product to the correct compartment of your washing machine - fabric conditioners work best if added in the rinse cycle. In 1997, Comfort was introduced in the Philippines as a fabric conditioner brand until it was discontinued in 2003. A real oldie but a goodie. Please visit our website here to find out more about what is in our products. More information can be found on Cleanipedia. If you are someone who likes to know what you put on your face then fragrance is not your best friend - there's no way to know whats really in it. More information can be found on Cleanipedia. BTW, its also a food preservativeand even has an E number, E202. There is also some research showing that citric acid with regular use (think three monthsand 20% concentration) can help sun-damaged skin, increase skin thickness and some nice hydrating things called glycosaminoglycans in the skin. Since 1964, all detergent based products available in the U.K. have used biodegradable ingredients, which means that they break down relatively easily into harmless waste once they enter a sewage system. A super common, waxy, white, solid stuff that helps water and oil to mix together, gives body to creams and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. Thanks to its water-binding ability, it also prevents the drying out of formulas, especially when combined with the fellow hygroscopic agent, sorbitol. Its a great pick for creating a nice feeling product. It also has a molecular structure that creates large anchors both in the water and in the oil phase making the resulting emulsion not only cosmetically elegant but also very stable. If you see potassium sorbate you should see some other preservative next to it too. If you have spottedethylhexylglycerinon the ingredient list, most probably you will see there also the current IT-preservative,phenoxyethanol. Comfort Concentrate Fabric Conditioner contains amongst other ingredients: 5 -15% Cationic Surfactants, <5% Perfume, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylphenyl Methylpropional Coumarin, Benzisothiazolinone. It is abroad-spectrum (covers the whole UVB and UVA range, 280-400 nm) chemical sunscreen agent with peak protections at about 310 and 345 nm and unlike older UV filters, it's very photostable. An error has occurred. Keen to offer them more, we started exploring other in-wash benefits like anti-static, ease of ironing and concentrated products. Compared to the more commonly used oil-in-water (o/w) emulsions, w/o emulsions tend to be heavier and less cosmetically elegant, butPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is claimed to help with this and enablesa light and elegant skin feel. Thedimethiconol containing silicone blends leave a silky smooth, non-greasy film on the skin. The 1980s saw a surge in fragranced fabric conditioners. The disadvantage of Titanium Dioxide is that it's not cosmetically elegant, meaning it's a white, "unspreadable" mess. It is a clear, colorless liquid that is water-soluble and water-binding (aka humectant) and can help to solubilize sparingly-water soluble things (e.g. An often used glycol that works as a solvent, humectant, penetration enhancer and also gives a good slip to the products. Its pretty much the current IT-preservative. One of the active parts ofChamomile that is used in skincare as a nice anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredient. You can usually find it right in the very first spot of the ingredient list, meaning its the biggest thing out of all the stuff that makes up the product. Products may also contain processed and denatured animal by products with established uses such as tallow, keratin, collagen, elastin etc. And last but not least, when salt is right at the first spot of the ingredient list (and is not dissolved), the product is usually a body scrub where salt is thephysical exfoliating agent. e6)EIgf"{lf||U7$8GzR'F5'_)F]TH_rGetd|lF hV23dp",5g;p~Y7U?K Pure Vitamin C. A skincare superstar that is clinically proven to boost collagen production (in 5-20% concentration), fade hyperpigmentation and boost UV protection under sunscreen. So, AP is one of the attempts by the cosmetics industry to solve the stability issues with vitamin C while preserving its benefits, but it seems to fall short on several things. Today Comfort is a global brand, operating in Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Its not strong enough to be used in itself so its always combined with something else, often with potassium sorbate. A very common silicone that gives both skin and hair a silky smooth feel. Its protection is very good between 290 - 350 nm (UVB and UVA II range), and less goodat 350-400 nm (UVA I) range. You must go and read our geeky detailsabout it.). An oil-soluble chemical sunscreen agent that protects skin in the UVB and somewhat in the UVA II range with a peak absorption of 304 nm. As cosmetic chemistColins writes it, "its safety really is beyond any doubt". A light-feeling, volatile (meaning it does not absorb into the skin but evaporates from it) silicone that gives skin a unique, silky and non-greasy feel. Please try again later!
The big difference is supposed to be that chemical agents absorb UV-light while physical agents reflect it like a bunch of mini umbrellas on top of theskin. A biologically active componentthat can be found in rice bran oil. Comfort comes with a small dosing cap. Works in synergy with Vitamin C. A form of vitamin E that works as an antioxidant. A super commonly used 5 unit long, cyclic structuredsilicone that is water-thin and does not stay on the skin but evaporates from it (called volatile silicone).
In the 1990s, the Comfort brand went through a number of changes: a new logo and more modern packaging in 1992 and the first fully in 2022 its logo had another rebrand. little spherical shaped particles from repeated subunits. We don't have description for this ingredient yet. Do not pour directly on to fabrics. Sodium chloride is the fancy name of salt. If you are into vitamin C, you cantake a look at more promising derivatives here. PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is a popular water-in-oil (w/o) emulsifier, meaning that it helps the oily and watery parts of the formula to mixin a way where water droplets are dispersed in the continuous oil phase and not theother way round. Overall, Ascorbyl Palmitate is our least favorite vitamin C derivative. In large amounts, it can be very drying to the skin. It has natural antioxidant properties and can help to stabilize other unstable plant oils. The main concernwith nanoparticles is that they are so tiny that they are absorbedinto the skin more than we want them (ideally sunscreen should remain on the surface of the skin). The concentration of Comfort classic and Comfort Ultimate Care differs. An oil-soluble chemical sunscreen agent that protects skin in the UVB and somewhat in the UVA II range with a peak absorption of 304 nm. The under dosing allows natural mineral salts from the water to deposit back into fibres during rinsing which eventually leads to the hard and coarse feeling. BG is approved by Ecocert and is also used enthusiastically in natural products. The Comfort classic range is 100% recyclable*. As for safety, avobenzone has a pretty good safety profile. Overall, we think Trinosorb S is one of the best sunscreen options available today. Pour Comfort in to the correct drawer of your washing machine (check the manual as this varies between makes), switch to your chosen wash and your machine will take care of the rest. It's readily biodegradable. A clear, colorless, odorless oily liquid that makes the formula easily spreadable and also makes the skin nice and smooth (emollient). 1984 saw the launch of the first concentrated fabric softener for Comfort, which was three times more concentrated than regular fabric conditioner. It is made up of 30 to 50 chemicals on average. Animal welfare is an important social and ethical issue. PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate is a popular water-in-oil (w/o) emulsifier, meaning that it helps the oily and watery parts of the formula to mixin a way where water droplets are dispersed in the continuous oil phase and not theother way round. The main reason for drainage systems breaking down is due to the far higher volume of waste water entering them than they were originally designed to handle. A white powdery thing that can mattify the skin and thicken up cosmetic products. It also works as a texture enhancer giving formulas an exceptional smoothness and a velvet touch. A 2009 review article about the safety of nanoparticles summarizes this, "to date, in-vivo and in-vitro studies have not demonstrated percutaneous penetration of nanosized particles in titanium dioxide and zinc oxide sunscreens". It's often combined with the non-volatile (i.e. The product is sold as Soft in Chile, Badin in Israel and Molto in Indonesia and has similar variants to Comfort. They are known as the Comfort-eers and are an army of mothers who state that they believe Comfort Pure is the best choice for them and their babies. While this categorization is easy and logicalit turns out it's not true. It works mainly against fungi. In 1998, Comfort replaced cartons with more environmentally-friendly and lightweight crushable bottles, introduced their first hypoallergenic fabric conditioner and launched tumble dryer sheets. Fragrance in the US and parfum in the EU is a generic term on the ingredient list that is made up of 30 to 50 chemicals on average (but it can have as much as 200 components!). It helps to soften scars and increase their elasticity.
In Asia, the campaign is slightly different. Its often used together with ethylhexylglycerin as it nicely improves the preservative activity of phenoxyethanol. Depending on your hair type, it can bea bit difficult to wash out and might cause some build-up (btw, this is not true to all silicones, only the non-volatile types). Our products may contain animal derived ingredients from normal sustainable animal husbandry, farming or fishery practices such as milk, honey, lanolin, silk etc. B9>8(TfY0md&-Y4E# Octocrylene's safety profile is generally quite good, though a review study in Contact Dermatitis reports an "increasing number of patients with photo contact allergy to octocrylene." It is also often used to improve the water resistance of the products. They are good friends becauseethylhexylglycerincan boost the effectiveness of phenoxyethanol (and other preservatives) and as an added bonus it feels nice on the skin too.
In 2004, Comfort produced the first ever fabric softener capsules in the UK, Comfort Pearls. Its an ingredient whose safety hasnt been questioned so far by anyone (at least not that we know about). We are highly skeptical what effect a tiny amount of AP has in a formula. For Comfort classic: pour a 35mL dose straight into the correct compartment of your washing machine drawer along with your favourite laundry detergent. It can also be used together with plant oil + silicone oil mixtures. Mhl"!oYsWcgn43':y2 MFF4;;*t`h4 sACe$g|+kNO/cPYWu"$ +PK[.BnY@48]6$YIat{L_HS L2RBbBU;'KLdyQ9f:8}{ -]/Gi&I`A 9PBNe`oG7hI`Q\,L{1a5$i%?VJ(S!sSx.axdL&z=b;*yf. Wikipedia saysthat avobenzone loses 36% of its UV-absorptioncapacity after just one hour of sunlight (yep, this is one of the reasons why sunscreens have to be reapplied after a few hours). Keep your fabric softener in the best condition by storing it at room temperature and out of direct sunlight. For expert cleaning tips and advice on why to use fabric conditioner, Cleanipedia will have the answers. /Rttm%fH~ }kw:w It can be used in many types of formulations as it has great thermal stability (can be heated up to 85C) and works on a wide range of pH levels (ph 3-10). It is an oil-soluble, slightly yellowish powder that is not absorbed into the skin too much. The Clothworld campaign has travelled the world, running across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and has recently launched in Asia. If these magic three letters dont tell you anything, click here and read our detailed description on glycolic acid, the most famous AHA. The most common skincare ingredient of all.
A helper ingredient that helps to makethe products stay nice longer, aka preservative. Pure Vitamin E. Great antioxidant that gives significant photoprotection against UVB rays. For that to happen, there has to be water in the product and the right pH value (pH 3-4). While softness remained a priority, people also wanted something that would make their laundry smell fresh. Its protection is not strong enough on its own but it is quite photostable (loses 10% of SPF protection in 95 mins) and is often used to stabilize other photo-unstable UV-filters, for example, Avobenzone. A silicone emulsifier that helps water and silicone oils to mix nicely together. An organic derivative of hectorite clay, Disteardimonium Hectorite is used as a viscosity controller - it thickens up formulations to make them less runny.Its most popular use in cosmetics is in sunscreens, under the trademarked name Bentone 38 from Elementis. According to the manufacturer info, it is a real multi-tasker, including the ability to prevent pigments settling during storage, stabilizing a formula for longer,creating a light and smooth skin feel andenhancing the water-resistance of sunscreen formulas. If (similar to us) you are in the weird habit of reading the label on your shower gel while taking a shower, you might have noticed that sodium chloride is almost always on the ingredient list. So citric acid is an exfoliant, that can - just like other AHAs - gently lift off the dead skin cells of your skin and make it more smooth and fresh. An organic derivative of hectorite clay, Disteardimonium Hectorite is used as a viscosity controller - it thickens up formulations to make them less runny.
Gradually, new members of Lisa's family (her mum Karen and sister Daisy) have been introduced, as well as other inhabitants of Clothworld, including Quinitin the beautician, Stitcher the school bully, Satina the soul diva and more recently, Dr Comfy. A recent, 2016 study shows that inorganic sunscreens work mostly by absorption, just like chemical filters, and only a little bit by reflection (they do reflect the light in the visible spectrum, but mostly absorb in the UV spectrum). In South East Asia, the antibacterial range proved to be a big hit because of the sultry weather. If you are into chemistry (if not, we understand, just skip this paragraph), the reason is that electrolytes (you know, the Na+ and Cl- ions) screen the electrostatic repulsion between the head groups of ionic surfactants and thus support the formation of long shaped micelles (instead of spherical ones) that entangle like spaghetti, and viola, a gel is formed. is drying. Comfort also sponsors the Prima Fashion Awards. All in all,Titanium Dioxide is a famous sunscreen agent and for good reason, it gives broad spectrum UV protection (best at UVB and UVA II), it's highly stable, and it has a good safety profile. The cosmetic's industry is trying to solve the problem by combining avobenzone with other UV filters that enhance its stability (like octocrylene,Tinosorb S or Ensulizole) or by encapsulating it and while both solutions help, neither is perfect. It's one of the active parts ofChamomile that contains about 30% of bisabolol. Also,it's an effective deodorant and a medium spreadingemollient. Good old water, aka H2O. Waxy, white, solid stuff that helps water and oil to mix together and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. Second, a study that examined the skin absorption of vitamin C found that ascorbyl palmitate did not increase the skin levels of AA.