Clean & Clear Instant Dissolving Cleansing Sheets, 24 sheets
Safety Information
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, immediately flush with water. If rash or irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children.
Ingredients
. Hydroxyethylcellulose,
Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a gelling and thickening agent derived from cellulose. It is widely used in cosmetics, cleaning solutions, and other household products.[1] Hydroxyethyl cellulose and methyl cellulose are frequently used with hydrophobic drugs in capsule formulations, to improve the drugs' dissolution in the gastrointestinal fluids. This process is known as "Hydrophilization".[2]
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According to its Material Safety Data Sheet, it "May cause irritation. Prolonged contact may produce discoloration. Potassium hydroxide is corrosive! Contact of skin can cause irritation or severe burns and scarring with greater exposures." Other studies have shown that it can degrade the natural skin barrier.
However, the Cosmetics Database finds it a low hazard ingredient because of the low levels of concentration found in cosmetic and skin care formulas. It notes cancer, occupational hazard (because it is so volatile and corrosive), organ system toxicity and irritation concerns, and cites studies in which in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results and animal studies show skin irritation at very low doses.
The European Union classifies Potassium Hydroxide as toxic or harmful and limits workplace exposure. The severity of the effects caused by Potassium Hydroxide depends on the "concentration, the pH, the length of tissue contact time, and local conditions and skin type," according to CosmeticsInfo.org. The levels of this ingredient found in skin care products is unlikely to have corrosive or damaging …show more content…
Rooibos protects the face skin against oxidative stress—making it an ideal organic facial ingredient for more mature skin (anti-aging effect).
Punica granatum (Organic Pomegranate) Extract
Organic pomegranate is one of the most powerful antioxidants for fighting off free radicals that can age the skin prematurely.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) (vegan source)
MSM blocks the unwanted physical and chemical bonding of collagen responsible for rigid, aging skin. The result is enhanced tissue pliability and great skin. Additionally, MSM encourages the repair of damaged skin and calms inflammation and is the new superhero of sensitive skin care.
Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) (vegan source)
DMAE, is an antioxidant and improves the skin texture and helps to prevent the formation of wrinkles on the face. With continued use, DMAE can dramatically firm, smoothe, and brighten skin naturally. Other antioxidants can be enhances through the use of DMAE, like pomegranate and Vitamin C.
Hyaluronic Acid (vegan