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At Fawwnity, we're all about keeping it real when it comes to skincare. We're committed to helping you understand precisely what's in our products. In this section, we've compiled detailed information about the ingredients we use, including their roles, and how they benefit your skin. We keep our product formulations straightforward, prioritizing quality and safety. Our aim is to provide you with easy-to-access knowledge, so you can make informed choices for your skincare routine. With Fawwnity, transparency is our foundation.
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Arbutin
INGREDIENT ROLE
Skin Lightening
TARGETS
Dullness
Pigmentation
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Arbutin inhibits tyrosinase and prevents the formation of melanin. It reduces pigmentation and treats dark patches from sun exposure, freckles, liver spots and age spots.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Arbutin, a natural botanical extract derived from plants such as bearberry, pear, and pomegranate.
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Betaine
INGREDIENT ROLE
Humectant/Moisturizer
TARGETS
Dullness
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Beatine helps to prevent water loss from the skin cells, and the entry of harmful agents into them
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Betaine is a naturally occurring substance that's derived from the sugar beet plant.
Butylene Glycol
INGREDIENT ROLE
Moisturizer/Humectant
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Butylene Glycol is included in a skin care formula to enhance the texture and penetration.It is known to be hygroscopic, meaning it can increase skin’s water content (aka hydration)
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Butylene Glycol is derived from distilled corn, petroleum, and sugarcane.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
INGREDIENT ROLE
Moisturizer
TARGETS
Dryness
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WHY WE USE IT
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter protects against skin dryness and accelerates healing of superficial wounds and irritations. It has a slight photo-protective action and is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and Vitamin E
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter is extracted from the seeds of African Shea or Karite Trees
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Camellia sinensis
INGREDIENT ROLE
Active Ingredient
TARGETS
AGING
INFLAMMATION
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WHY WE USE IT
Camellia sinensis is better known as green tea.It is used for good skin health and possesses anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and astringent properties. Camellia Sinensis also aids-in skin hydration and its white tea variety is beneficial for acne-prone skin.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Camellia sinensis leaf extract is obtained by pressing or distilling the oils from the tea leaves. The leaves at different stages of the plant's life are harvested for different types of tea extracts like white, green, black, etc.
Caprylyl Glycol
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emollient/Humectant
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Caprylyl glycol is amphiphilic. That basically means it has hydrophilic (water) and lipophilic (fat) properties. This makes it ideal for emulsification and can make a product creamy.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Caprylyl glycol is derived from caprylic acid ,a fatty acid found in palm and coconut oils.
Carbomers
INGREDIENT ROLE
Viscosity increasing agent
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Carbomers can also absorb and retain water, swelling up to 1,000 times their original size. This may help improve the appearance of formulations, giving them a clear, gel-like consistency.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Carbomers are a series of polymers that derive from acrylic acid.
Carob Gum
INGREDIENT ROLE
Thickener
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
(CAROB) Gum helps enhance the texture of skin care products.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
(CAROB) Gum is extracted from the seed kernels of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua).
Cetearyl Alcohol
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emulsifier
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Cetearyl alcohol is an emulsifier that thickens cosmetic products and makes them stable by holding water and oil together.It is safe , non-toxic and non drying . It is even permitted by the FDA as an ingredient in products labeled “alcohol-free.”
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Cetearyl alcohol is derived naturally from plants, like palm oil or coconut oil, but can also be synthesized in a lab.
Cetearyl Olivate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emulsifier
TARGETS
DRYNESS
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WHY WE USE IT
Cetearyl Olivate helps soften the skin & hair, and gives products a smooth and luxurious feel.It also helps in faster absorbtion.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Cetearyl Olivate is derived from cetearyl alcohol (a natural emulsifying wax )and the fatty acids of olive oil.
Cetyl Ethylhemine / Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emollient
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Cetyl ethylhexanoate is an emollient that gives the skin a velvety and silky feel. It has great spreadability and a non-oily feel. It maintains the skin's moisture levels as a bonus benefit to enhancing texture and sensory feel.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Cetyl ethylhexanoate is a synthetic ester of 2-ethylhexanoic acid and cetyl alcohol. A fatty alcohol called cetyl alcohol is created by reducing palmitic acid obtained from palm oil.
Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Active Ingredient
TARGETS
HYPERPIGMENTATION
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WHY WE USE IT
Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate is a melanin inhibitor, working to move tranexamic acid deep into the skin.It is a multifunctional, emulsifier, skin brightener and anti-aging depigmentation active. It is used for a naturally even skin tone.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate is a synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine.
Citric Acid
INGREDIENT ROLE
pH adjuster
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Citric Acid has protective antioxidant, and corrective antiaging effects helping to reverse visible signs of photodamage. Citric Acid works by exfoliating the upper layer of dead skin cells to help clean pores, even skin tone and soften and smooth the skin.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Citric acid is an extract derived from citrus fruits and is used primarily in small amounts to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline or basic. Citric acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and as such, in the right formula and concentration, it can exfoliate skin.
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Ethylhexyl Glycerin
INGREDIENT ROLE
Humectant/Preservative
TARGETS
DEHYDRATED SKIN
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Ethylhexyl Glycerin acts as a humectant and hydrates skin and hair deeply without leaving them heavy or sticky.It is also used as a preservative and carrier/suspending agent that boosts the efficacy of other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Ethylhexy Glycerin is formed by a condensation reaction between 2-ethyhexanol (an oil-like ingredient) and glycerin.
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Glycerin
INGREDIENT ROLE
Humectant
TARGETS
DRYNESS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
"Glycerin is a humectant, a type of moisturizing agent that pulls water into the outer layer of your skin from deeper levels of your skin and the air. It is commonly used with occlusives, another type of moisturizing agent, to trap the moisture it draws into the skin."
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Glycerine is obtained from plant oils such as coconut, soy, and palm oil.
Glyceryl Stearate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emulsifier
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
Glyceryl Stearate is used as a skin conditioning agent – emollient and a surfactant – emulsifying agent.It is also used to stabilize a product, decrease water evaporation.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Glyceryl stearate is a naturally derived fatty acid produced from glycerin and stearic acid.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra ( Licorice ) Root Extracts
INGREDIENT ROLE
Moisturizing Agent
TARGETS
PIGMENTATION
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WHY WE USE IT
Licorice is said to have a soothing effect on skin and helps to ease inflammation. The glycyrrhizin found in licorice can reduce redness, irritation and swelling, and is used to treat skin conditions like atopic dermatitis and eczema.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L., Fabaceae) is a perennial plant, well-known for its sweet-tasting root. It contains a wide array of bioactive natural products. Glycyrrhizin, the sweet principle of licorice root is a triterpene-type saponin that displays antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, and antimicrobial properties.
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emollient
TARGETS
DAMAGED BARRIER
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WHY WE USE IT
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil contains high amounts of a rare fatty acid called palmitoleic acid (12-25%)and and Oleic Acid.Both Palmitoleic and Oleic Acid help the skin cells known as keratinocytes to produce keratin in the outer most layer of our skin. Like collagen, keratin is a protein necessary for healthy skin.It's also easily absorbed and makes the skin soft and supple.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil derived from the Macadamia nut, a native Australian nut.
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Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emollient
TARGETS
SKIN SOFTENING
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate is a mixture of texture-enhancing ingredient neopentyl glycol and grape-derived fatty acid heptanoic acid. The compound functions as a skin-softening agent and formulary thickening agent.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Neopentyl glycol is formed as a combination of neopentyl glycol (film-forming agent and solvent) and heptanoic acid (fatty acid made from grapes).
Niacinamide
INGREDIENT ROLE
Skin Smoothening/Skin lightening
TARGETS
TEXTURE
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Niacinamide helps build keratin, a protein that maintains skin health.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Niacinamide is naturally derived from nicotinic acid found in many cereals and brewer's yeast. Once isolated, it undergoes a chemical reaction to become Niacinamide, otherwise known as vitamin B3 or vitamin PP.
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Phenoxyethanol
INGREDIENT ROLE
Preservative
TARGETS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
Rehydrating Toner | Depigmentation Serum | Soothing Moisturizer
WHY WE USE IT
Phenoxyethanol is used as a preservative in skincare/cosmetic products to limit bacterial growth.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Phenoxyethanol is actually found in nature, specifically in green tea and chicory.
Propanediol
INGREDIENT ROLE
Conditioning agent
TARGETS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
Rehydrating Toner | Depigmentation Serum | Soothing Moisturizer
WHY WE USE IT
Improves absorption of ingredients to boost their effectiveness in skin.Additionally, it offers moisturizing properties that can result in a smooth, dewy finish as the formula sets.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Propanediol is derived from corn.
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Seed gum
INGREDIENT ROLE
Thickener
TARGETS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Seed gums are polysaccharides and hydrophilic biopolymer with various molecular weights and they offer viscose or gel solutions after dissolving or dispersing in water.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Seed gums are derived from seeds of Tamarindus indica and Cassia fistula belonging to Leguminous plant contain high amount of endosperm.
Sodium hyaluronate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Moisturizer/Humectant
TARGETS
DRYNESS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Sodium hyaluronate attracts and binds moisture to the skin, which can help reduce dryness.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Sodium hyaluronate comes from hyaluronic acid, which can be extracted from vegetable sources such as soybean or corn, using a fermentation process.
Sorbitan Olivate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Moisturizer
TARGETS
DRYNESS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Sorbitan Olivate helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
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Theobroma CACAO( COCOA) seed extract
INGREDIENT ROLE
Antioxidant
TARGETS
DRYNESS
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WHY WE USE IT
Theobrama CACAO( COCOA) seed extract draws water from the deeper layers, or from the air if it is humid enough.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Theobroma cacao seed oil or Cocoa butter is derived from the Theobroma cacao tree.
Tocopheryl Acetate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Antioxidant
TARGETS
DULLNESS
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WHY WE USE IT
Tocopheryl Acetate is known for its antioxidant properties which help protect the skin from environmental stressors such as pollution and UV radiation. Additionally, it is often used in skincare products due to its ability to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and promote healthy-looking skin.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Tocopheryl acetate is an ester of tocopherol, which is vitamin E.Tocopherol production can begin by drying out oil seeds to remove some of their moisture. After removing the shells or hulls, the seeds are usually ground, then mixed with hot water and boiled to allow some of the oil to float. The milled seed is then turned into a paste and kneaded or pressed to separate the oil. At that point, the oil can be refined to remove flavor or odor.
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate/Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
INGREDIENT ROLE
Chelating agent
TARGETS
STABILITY
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WHY WE USE IT
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate is a chelating agent which is used in skin care/cosmetic formulations to bind with metal ions or metallic compounds, thereby preventing them from adhering to a surface (such as skin or hair) or causing contamination (as in the case of trace amounts of iron). It plays a pivotal role in the product’s overall stability, aesthetics, and efficacy. It also helps bolster a product’s preservative system by keeping metal ions from destabilizing these essential ingredients in water-based formulas.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate is synthesized from ethylenediamine, sodium hydroxide, and succinic acid.
Tromethamine
INGREDIENT ROLE
pH adjuster
TARGETS
PH ADJUSTER
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Tromethamine serves as a pH adjusting ingredient in skin care formulations.It assists in neutralizing more acidic substances due to its alkaline pH.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
Tromethamine or Tris is prepared industrially by the exhaustive condensation of nitromethane with formaldehyde under basic conditions
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Water
INGREDIENT ROLE
Vehicle
TARGETS
DULLNESS
PIGMENTATION
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
Water as a vehicle is a “carrier system” for an active formulation,
HOW IT'S SOURCED
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1,2-HEXANEDIOL
INGREDIENT ROLE
Emollient/Humectant
TARGETS
DRYNESS
APPEARS IN PRODUCTS LIKE:
WHY WE USE IT
1,2-Hexanediol is a moisture-binding ingredient.It holds moisture on the topmost layers of the skin and keeps it hydrated.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic ingredient that is made up of chemicals such as diosgenin, chrysin, and alpha-lipoic acid. These chemicals are good for skin and hair, and impart various beneficial properties to this ingredient like anti-inflammation and the qualities of a preservative.
3-O ethyl ascorbic acid
INGREDIENT ROLE
Antioxidant
TARGETS
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WHY WE USE IT
3-O ethyl ascorbic acid is a stable, water- and oil-soluble derivative of pure vitamin C (ascorbic acid) that offers all of the primary benefits vitamin C is known for, such as brightening, wrinkle reduction, visible firming, fading hyperpigmentation.
HOW IT'S SOURCED
3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid, or Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a molecule produced by modifying Ascorbic Acid, commonly known as Vitamin C, by binding an ethyl group to the third carbon position.