Typical Ingredients - Natural Collection Light Body Lotion
Aqua, Prunis dulcis, Cocos nucifera, Theobroma cacao, Glycerin, Sorbitan, Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Parfum, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Cetrimonium Bromide.
Ingredients:
| Aqua | Water -the main ingredient. This adds moisture directly to the skin. |
| Prunis dulcis** | Sweet almond oil. An oily layer on the skin acts as a barrier to evaporation, thus retaining moisture in the skin. |
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Cocos nucifera* |
Coconut oil |
| Theobroma cacao* | Cocoa butter |
| Glycerin | Humectant. Absorbs water and holds it near4 the skin, thus preventing further moisture loss. |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | Synthetic emulsifier to aid the mixing of the oils and water. |
| Polysorbate 60* | Synthetic emulsifier and surfactant to aid the mixing of the oils and water and to aid even spreading. |
| Parfum | A mixture of synthetic and natural fragrance chemicals |
| Triethanolamine* | Used to control acidity in the product. Restricted to a maximum of 2.5 percent if used in a non-rinse of product such as this. |
| Phenoxyethanol* | Preservative restricted to a maximum of 1 percent.' |
| Carbomer | Synthetic crosslinked polymer used as a thickening agent. |
| Methylparaben* | Water-soluble preservative of the benzoate family, restricted to a maximum of 0.4 percent. |
| Butylparaben* | Oil-soluble preservative of the benzoate family, restricted to a maximum of 0.4 percent. |
| Cetrimonium Bromide* | Preservative restricted to a maximum of 0.1 p[ercent |
* These ingredients are subject to restrictions or have been linked to harmful or adverse effects.
** People who are allergic to almonds are advised to carry out a patch test before using cosmetics containing sweet almond.
* Indicates that this ingredient may be used in larger quantities if it is used for another specific purpose other than as a preservative
Reference: Cosmetics Unmasked: Dr stephen & Gina Antczak