Gene Expression Lifting Serum

Ingredients

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  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

  Aloe vera juice is produced from the succulent leaves of the aloe plant, Aloe barbadensis.

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  Aqua

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  Glycerin

  

  

  Glycerin (also called glycerol) is a naturally occurring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. Glycerin may be of animal or vegetable origin. This ingredient is listed in the PETA's Caring Consumer guide as a byproduct of soap manufacture which typically uses animal fat.

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  Titanium Dioxide

  Titanium dioxide is an inorganic compound used in a range of body care products such as sunscreens and makeup. It appears to have low skin penetration but inhalation is a concern.

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  Chondrus Crispus Extract

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  Mica

  Mica is a type of highly brittle silicate minerals with diverse chemical composition; typically used as a colorant.

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  Benzyl Alcohol

  Benzyl alcohol is a naturally ocurring and synthetic ingredient used as solvent and preservative; has been associated with contact allergy.

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  Sodium Hyaluronate

  

  Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in connective tissues such as cartilage. This ingredient is listed in the PETA's Caring Consumer guide as derived from animal sources.

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  Isomalt

  Isomalt is a mixture of polysaccharides produced by the enzymatic rearrangement of sucrose.It consists chiefly of 1-O-a -D-glucopyranosyl-d-mannitol dihydrate and 6-O-a -D-glucopyranosyl-D-sorbitol.

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  Silica

  Silica is the most common constituent of sand. Fine silica, typically used in industrial applications and inhaled by workers, is associated with a wide range of disorders, particularly affecting the lungs and respiratory system. In cosmetics for skin use, regular sand presents little, if any risk to people. In contrast, for products that might be inhaled (such as a facial powder), silica particles are finely ground down and may be associated with respiratory toxicity.

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  Carbomer

  Carbomer is a large polymeric chemical composed of acrylic acid monomers.

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  Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Extract

  Hibiscus Abelmoschuus Extract is an extract of the whole plant, Hibiscus abelmoschuus.

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  Linum Usitatissimim (Linseed) Seed Extract

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  Sodium Hydroxide

  Sodium Hydroxide is a highly caustic and reactive inorganic base.

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  Xanthan Gum

  

  Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a sugar-based polymer produced by bacteria; it is used as a viscosity agent in personal care products and foods.

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  Gluconolactone

  Gluconolactone is a lactone.

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  Glucosamine Hcl

  

  Glucosamine HCl is an amine salt.

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  Parfum

  The word "fragrance" or "parfum" on the product label represents an undisclosed mixture of various scent chemicals and ingredients used as fragrance dispersants such as diethyl phthalate. Fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress and potential effects on the reproductive system.

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  Retinol

  Retinol is a potent form of synthetic vitamin A. Data from an FDA study indicate that retinoid ingredients may speed the development of skin tumors and lesions on sun-exposed skin. FDA, Norwegian and German health agencies have raised a concern that daily skin application of vitamin A creams may contribute to excessive vitamin A intake for pregnant women and other populations.

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  Lecithin°

  

  Lecithin is a naturally ocurring lipid found in both plants and animals. According to the PETA's Caring Consumer guide, lecithin for com mercial purposes is most commonly obtain from eggs and soybeans.

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  Ci77491

  Silica is the most common constituent of sand. Fine silica, typically used in industrial applications and inhaled by workers, is associated with a wide range of disorders, particularly affecting the lungs and respiratory system. In cosmetics for skin use, regular sand presents little, if any risk to people. In contrast, for products that might be inhaled (such as a facial powder), silica particles are finely ground down and may be associated with respiratory toxicity.

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  Biosaccharide Gum-1

  

  Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymerofa -L-fucose-1&RT ARROW;3-a - D-galactose-1&RT ARROW;3-a -D-galacturonic acid trisaccharides.

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  Sorbic Acid

  Sorbic acid is a naturally occuring and synthetically produced compound used as a preservative.

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  Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract

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  Phospholipids

  

  Phospholipids are naturally occurring complex lipids which contain glycerol, two fatty acids and a phosphate group. Phospholipids are the primary constituents of cell membranes.

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  Dextran

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  Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2

  

  Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2 is a reaction product of trifluoroacetic acid and Tripeptide-2(q.v.).

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  Geraniol

  Geraniol is a naturally occurring scent ingredient found in various essential oils such as rose oil and citronella oil.

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  Citronellol

  Citronellol is a naturally ocurring scent ingredient derived from plants such as rose, geranium and lemongrass.

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  Linalool

  Linalool is a terpene.

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  Eugenol

  Eugenol is a naturally occuring scent chemical found in clove oil; also manufactured synthetically. Has been associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Limonene

  Limonene is a scent ingredient and solvent naturally ocurring in the rind of citrus fruit. Upon storage and exposure to sunlight and air, limonene degrades to various oxidation products which act as skin and respiratory irritants and sensitizers.

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  Citral

  Citral is a naturally occurring scent ingredient; manufactured synthetically on a large scale; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Farnesol

  Farnesol is a flavor and perfume ingredient found in nature and also manufactured synthetically; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Benzyl Benzoate

  Benzyl benzoate is used as solvent and preservative; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Benzyl Salicylate

  Benzyl Salicylate is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid; this ingredient has been associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Isoeugenol

  Isoeugenol is a substituted phenol.

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  Denotes Certified Organically Produced Ingredient / Component of Essential Oils