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BAHAN AKTIF III

Introduction
In the context of this publication, “active
ingredient” is defined as:
A substance used in cosmetic products
with the aim of conferring specific
cosmetic properties on them. Certain of
these active ingredients may have
pharmacological and/or toxic effects
under certain conditions of usage.
(e.g. concentration, formulation,
frequency of use, site and
mode of application).

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ANTI-AGING INGREDIENTS

Uses of Vitamins

Cosmetic industry active Anti-microbial ingredient

• Skin care product
• Lipstick ingredient Moisturizing ingredient
• Deodorant
• Hair Care Products
Exfoliant ingredient

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• L-ascorbic acid- promotes collagen synthesis Hyaluronic acid- naturally occurring

polysaccharide in the dermis, hyaluronic acid
skin-brightening properties. delivers moisture to dehydrated skin
• Argireline- peptide used in skin care
products to slow down muscle contraction
Top 10 over time.
• Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)- Derived Emblica- This skin-lightening agent,
Active from green tea to treat acne, powerful commonly used to even antioxidant that also
ingredient antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. has strong anti-inflammatory properties.
• Salicylic acid- lipid-soluble hydroxy-acid that
helps to break down comedones, as well as
Resveratrol- A potent antioxidant found in
dissolve dead surface cells.
grape skin, resveratrol works as a matrix
metalloproteinase inhibitor (MMPi), which
helps to preserve the structure and function
of the skin.

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Epidermal growth factor (EGF). Used An ultra-concentrated formula that

to help stimulate repair by reducing penetrates more deeply into the
inflammation, EGF also enhances skin and delivers effective active
epidermal growth and keratinization. ingredient.

Glycolic acid- α-hydroxy acid for

exfoliating properties, glycolic acid Horse chestnut extract: Strengthens
helps strengthen collagen and increase Serum
vascular walls
cell renewal.

Retinol- skin-normalizer, increases

cellular turnover, collagen production Allantoin, panthenol, calendula:
and skin circulation. Calms and strengthens the skin

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• Help heal sun damage

❖ emollients that smooth and soften the skin
Five most commonly used active ingredient
• Glycerin: Forms a barrier on the skin's surface for
hydration. This property allows it to glide on smoothly,
but it can clog pores in high concentrations.
• Hyaluronic acid: It is ultimate hydratorcan~hold 1,000
times its weight in water. It also helps draw active
ingredients deeper into the skin and may be called a
Moisturizers cyclic acid.
• Shea butter: shea butter is believed to have anti-
inflammatory properties as well.
• Sodium hyaluronate: this water-binding ingredient
moisturize skin. Like hyaluronic acid, it can hold more
than 1,000 times its own weight in water.
• Vitamin E: In addition to its antioxidant properties,
nourishing vitamin E is a good moisturizer because it's
oil-soluble.
ALOE VERA - Extract of Aloe plant leaves. Soothes
damaged, irritated skin. Highly moisturizing.
Helps the regenerative process in damaged
skin.
• Slough off dead cells
FILLING SPHERES - This tiny microparticles built
Positive from high molecular biopolymeres of plant
origin are able to find their way into the cracks
effect and wrinkles on the skin surface where they
capture water and swell to several times their
initial volume: The uneven, rough skin surface is
levelled out, the skin looks smoother and stays
optimally moistened.
• Inhibit microbe growth
BOA - Butyl Octanoic Acid – protects against
bacteria responsible for skin impurities.

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Moisturizing cells

The general negative effect is listed as below:

Vitamin E - Binds free radicals and prevents their destructive

action in lipids, cells and cell membranes. Vitamin E promotes Excessive absorption of vitamin D3 will bring
the biological stability of the cells and smoothes and chronic effect- Heart problems, Kidney disease.
strengthens the skin. Has also moisturizing properties.
Negative Respiratory sensitization and
bronchoconstriction
Prevent aging effect Skin sensitization

BROADSPECTRUM FILTER - A new radiation protection complex

which not only protects against UV-B rays which cause Headaches
sunburn, but also against just as damaging UV-A rays which
are mainly responsible for the early ageing of the skin

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DEA/TEA (triethanolamine)

Cause liver and kidney cancer in animal studies ✓Benzophenone-4 – used chemical
sunscreen. Most powerful free radical
Benzoic Acid generators. According to the Cosmetic
Potential cancer causing agent, endocrine disrupter,
Database, Benzophenone-4 is a human
irritant and skin toxicant, it is
cause birth defects associated with endocrine disruption
and organ functionality.
Talc (talcum powder)

Acute or chronic lung disease (Talcosis) contributes ✓Butylene Glycol

to ovarian cancers. Symptoms of depression, vomiting,
drowsiness, coma and respiratory
Sodium Fluoride failure have been linked to butylene
glycol.
Potent carcinogen, cause teeth mottling, bone

problems, irritates tissues

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Conclusion

❖The active ingredient is used to accelerated great effects on

our body’s variety problem such as acne, wrinkles, dead skin,
dry and scaly skin, hair loss problem but it may cause reverse
function if we use wrong way, methods, inappropriate
duration to use our cosmetic product.

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