Here are nine details about skin care products, including positive and negative aspects, ingredients, and materials:
Positive:
- Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA): These acids help exfoliate the skin and improve its texture.
- L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C): This ingredient is useful in skin care products as it promotes collagen production and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Copper peptide: This ingredient promotes collagen and elastin production, acts as an antioxidant, and promotes the production of glycosaminoglycans like hyaluronic acid.
- Hyaluronic acid: This non-toxic ingredient can help with scar tissue and makes your skin feel incredibly soft.
- Water or aloe: These are usually the first ingredients in any skincare product and make up 70%–95% of the product, which is perfectly acceptable.
Negative: 6. Phthalates: These chemicals can cause allergies, hormone disruption, and lead to reproductive issues and infertility. 7. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and/or Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES): These ingredients can cause skin irritation and dryness. 8. Alcohol: When alcohols, more specifically ethanol, isopropanol, and methanol, are the central ingredient in a skincare product, they can irritate your skin and cause harsh reactions. 9. Formaldehyde: This ingredient is a known carcinogen and can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Understanding the ingredients in skincare products is important to make informed decisions about what to buy. However, its important to note that an ingredient doesnt have to be listed within the top five to have a positive impact on the skin.
