Bio-Oil is a skincare oil that is available at Woolworths. It is formulated with a blend of ingredients that are designed to improve the appearance of stretch marks, scars, and uneven skin tone. The key ingredients in Bio-Oil are:
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Paraffinum Liquidum: This is a mineral oil that is derived from crude oil. It is a controversial ingredient with pros and cons and plenty of myths around it. It is a very common ingredient in skincare products due to its moisturizing properties.
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Triisononanoin: This is a synthetic oil that is used as a skin conditioning agent.
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Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate: This is a synthetic oil that is used as a skin conditioning agent.
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Isopropyl Myristate: This is a synthetic oil that is used as a skin conditioning agent.
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Retinyl Palmitate: This is a form of vitamin A that is used in skincare products due to its antioxidant properties. It is also believed to help with collagen production.
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Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil: This is sunflower seed oil that is used as a skin conditioning agent. It is a good source of linoleic acid, which is an essential fatty acid that helps to maintain the skins barrier function.
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Tocopheryl Acetate: This is a form of vitamin E that is used in skincare products due to its antioxidant properties. It is also believed to help with skin issues related to aging.
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil: This is chamomile flower oil that is used in skincare products due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It also contains bisabolol, which is a biologically active anti-inflammatory component.
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil: This is lavender oil that is used in skincare products due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil: This is rosemary leaf oil that is used in skincare p...
