What's in Skön?
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INGREDIENT |
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FUNCTION |
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Aqua (Water) |
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Fundamental for cell survival |
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter |
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Anti-aging; Helps skin look younger and smoother; Moisturizes; Soothes |
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Glycerin (Soybean derived) |
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Hydrating; helps skin retain moisture |
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Cyclopentasiloxane (Derived from minerals) |
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Anti-aging properties; Skin conditioner; Gives silky feeling to skin; Moisturizes by preventing moisture loss |
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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Oil soluble form of Vitamin C) |
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Anti-aging due to ability to increase collagen production; Reduces dark spots; Brightens skin; Repairs UV and environmental damage |
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Derived from coconut oil and glycerin) |
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Increases absorption of product; Helps skin retain moisture |
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil |
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Strong in antioxidants to protect against UV rays; Aids in prevention of sun damage; Lightens age spots: Moisturizes; Nourishes |
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Cetyl Alcohol (Derived from coconut or palm oil) |
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Thickens; Moisturizes |
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Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment |
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Boosts the energy of skin cells contributing to youthful appearing skin; Increase health of skin; Exfoliates |
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Butylene Glycol (Organic compound) |
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Protects against microbes; Increases absorption of active ingredients thereby boosting overall effectiveness; Anti-wrinkle and very hydrating |
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Glyceryl Stearate SE (Palm kernel or soy derived) |
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Lubricant; Protects skin from irritation |
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Stearyl Alcohol (Derived from coconut or vegetable oil) |
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Thickens; Moisturizes |
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PEG-100 Stearate (Made by combining palm and coconut oils) |
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Softens; Moisturizes; Aids in absorption of other ingredients |
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Gluconolactone (Derived from corn) |
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Anti-aging; Helps to diminish fine lines and wrinkles; Hydrates; Protects from free radicals and toxins; Smooths and diminishes pore size |
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Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil |
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Reduces and helps prevent acne; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-bacterial; Hydrating; Improves skin texture |
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Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) Flower Extract |
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Intensely hydrates; Increases skin elasticity; Smooths fine lines; Lightens skin |
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Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract |
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Powerful antioxidant rich in Vitamin C; Adaptogen which adapts to needs of skin; Protects; Promotes firmness and elasticity |
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (Starflower) |
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Deeply moisturizes and protects; Beneficial for sensitive skin; Rejuvenates; Gently exfoliates; Soothes and calms |
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Sodium PCA (Derived from coconuts, grasses and vegetables; Naturally occurring in humans) |
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Retains skin moisture; Reduces inflammation and irritation |
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Peptides are building blocks of the skin) |
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Peptide; Signals the skin to product collagen |
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Ergothioneine (Naturally found in humans; Derived from fungi) |
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Antioxidant which protects skin from DNA damage; Anti-aging by stimulating cells to produce more energy |
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Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract (St Paul’s Wort) |
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Anti-wrinkle due to collagen building properties; Anti-inflammatory |
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Rabdosia Rubescens Extract |
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Detoxifies; Maintains collagen; Decreases brown spots; Decreases inflammation |
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Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane (Derived from carbon minerals) |
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Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory |
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Resveratrol Dimethyl Ether (Derived from grapes) |
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Potent anti-aging; Powerful antioxidant; Anti-inflammatory; Reduces pigmentation |
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Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture Extract (Botanical stem cell) |
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Anti-aging; Increases cell turnover to rejuvenate skin; Enhances skin radiance; Reduces redness; Evens complexion |
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Perfluorohexane (Derived from carbon minerals) |
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Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory |
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil |
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Deeply moisturizes; Protects skin; Rich in vitamins and fatty acids |
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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil |
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Helps repair skin; Antimicrobial; Anti-acne; Reduces appearance of age spots; Moisturizes |
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Perfluorodecalin (Derived from carbon minerals) |
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Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory |
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Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene (Derived from carbon minerals) |
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Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory |
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Hydrogenated Castor Oil (From Castor Beans) |
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Reduces and helps prevent acne; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-bacterial; Hydrating; Improves skin texture |
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Teprenone (Derived from plant sources) |
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Can extend cell lifespan by 1/3; Anti-aging; Plumps skin by increasing moisture retention; Anti-wrinkle; Decreases redness/irritation; Decreases pore size |
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Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil |
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Evens skin tone; Reduces appearance of age spots; Moisturizes; Rejuvenates and Brightens |
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Vanillin |
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Skin soothing; Conditioning; Protecting; Smoothing |
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Citrus Paradisi (White Grapefruit) Peel Oil |
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Helps to reduce cellulite; Reduces acne; Reduces oily skin; Antiseptic |
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Pentylene Glycol (Derived from corn cobs) |
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Keeps formula fresh; Allows other ingredients to be absorbed easily |
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Hydroxyethylcellulose (Plant derived amino acid from tree trunks) |
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Thickens and stabilizes formula |
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Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin (Derived from starch) |
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Soothes skin; Reduces inflammation and irritation |
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Xanthan Gum (Cornstarch gum) |
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Stabilizes and thickens product |
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Disodium EDTA (Form of salt) |
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Enhances absorption of other ingredients; Keeps formula fresh |
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Sodium Benzoate (Naturally occurring in cranberries, other fruits and cinnamon) |
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Antimicrobial; Preserves formula |
