Ingredients
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Mica and Effect Pigments: Glitter, Shimmer and Slip
Mica is the base of almost every shimmer, and its particle size decides whether the effect reads as sheen, sparkle or gl…
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Mica is the base of almost every shimmer, and its particle size decides whether the effect reads as sheen, sparkle or gl…
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High, medium and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid do different jobs. A blend is usually better than any single grade…
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Glycerin is the most effective humectant per dollar and the most under-credited. The dose and the humidity decide whethe…
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Zinc oxide covers UVA better than titanium dioxide but needs a higher dose. The result is a heavier formula and a differ…
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Glycolic, salicylic and gluconolactone work on different layers with different irritation profiles. The choice is about …
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Phenoxyethanol is the default preservative in modern cosmetics. The dose limit, the pairing and the pH determine whether…
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