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Calm 1% BHA Sensitive Skin Exfoliant
Paula's Choice · Category: Exfoliators · 26 ingredients · Verified formula
Ingredients in Paula's Choice Calm 1% BHA Sensitive Skin Exfoliant explained: benefits, concerns, and detailed analysis of 26 ingredients including Water, Methylpropanediol, and Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Ingredients
- Albatrellus Confluens Extract
- AllantoinA soothing agent that promotes skin healing and comfort.
- Alpha-Glucan OligosaccharideA humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
- C15-19 AlkaneEmollient that provides a lightweight, moisturizing feel.
- Caprylyl GlycolA skin-conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties.
- Citric AcidA pH adjuster that helps maintain the desired acidity of products.
- Dicaprylyl CarbonateAn emollient that provides a silky feel and enhances skin hydration.
- EthylhexylglycerinA preservative and skin-conditioning agent.
- GalactoarabinanA polysaccharide that acts as a humectant and skin conditioning agent.
- GlycerinA humectant that attracts moisture to the skin.
- Glycine Soja OilAn emollient oil that provides moisture and nourishment to the skin.
- Hexylene GlycolA solvent and humectant that helps to retain moisture.
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerA thickener and stabilizer for emulsions.
- InulinA prebiotic that helps maintain skin hydration and balance.
- Laminaria Digitata ExtractA seaweed extract known for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
- MaltodextrinA carbohydrate used as a film former and stabilizer.
- MethylpropanediolA solvent that enhances the absorption of other ingredients in formulations.
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractAn extract known for its hydrating and soothing properties.
- PhenoxyethanolA preservative that prevents microbial growth in products.
- PropanediolA solvent and humectant that enhances skin feel.
- Salicylic AcidA BHA exfoliant that helps clear pores and reduce acne.
- Schizophyllan
- Sodium HydroxideA pH adjuster used to regulate acidity in formulations.
- Sorbitan IsostearateAn emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in formulations.
- TocopherolAn antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
- WaterUniversal solvent used in many formulations.
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