Eyelash adhesives, like any cosmetic product, are a blend of various ingredients, each serving a specific purpose. Understanding these components can help consumers make informed choices, especially considering the proximity of the product to the sensitive eye area. This article delves into the common ingredients found in "True Glue" eyelash adhesives, exploring their properties and functions.
Good old water, aka H2O. The most common skincare ingredient of all. The foundation of many cosmetic formulations, including eyelash adhesives, is often purified and deionized water. This process removes mineral ions, ensuring the water is free from contaminants that could affect the product's stability and performance. Water acts as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients and creating a homogenous mixture. Normal (well kind of - it's purified and deionized) water. Usually the main solvent in cosmetic products.
If you ever wondered what those little Listerine breath strips were made of, you found your answer! Pullulan dissolves in water and can make a thin, elastic, and moisture-absorbing film when spread on the skin that can cause an instant tightening effect. Pullulan, a water-soluble polysaccharide, is a versatile ingredient with multiple applications in cosmetics. It is a film former, creating a thin, transparent, and flexible layer upon application. This film-forming property is crucial in eyelash adhesives, providing the necessary hold for the lashes. It can also be used as a thickener to get a silicone-like feel and can be used in peel-off masks.
Also-called: Damask Rose Flower Water, Rose Hydrosol;Rosa Damascena Flower Water The flower water coming from the flowers of the Damask Rose. Similar to its big sister, rose oil, rose water also has a lovely, relaxing scent. Floral waters, such as Rosa Damascena Flower Water (also known as Damask Rose Flower Water or Rose Hydrosol), are often incorporated for their fragrance and potential skin-soothing benefits. In general, flower waters (also called hydrosols) are diluted versions of essential oils coming from the same plant. Rose flower water that has a lovely relaxing scent. Similar to rose oil, rose water contains some antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds, as well as some fragrant components. However, individuals with super sensitive skin should be cautious, as fragrant floral waters may cause irritation.
Aloe Vera is one of today’s magic plants. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, derived from the aloe vera plant, is a well-regarded ingredient in cosmetics due to its moisturizing and soothing properties. It does have some very nice properties indeed, though famous dermatologist Leslie Baumann warns us in her book that most of the evidence is anecdotal and the plant might be a bit overhyped. What research does confirm about Aloe is that it’s a great moisturizer and has several anti-inflammatory (among others contains salicylates, polysaccharides, magnesium lactate and C-glucosyl chromone) as well as some antibacterial components. The famous aloe vera. It also helps wound healing and skin regeneration in general. It contributes to the overall comfort of the adhesive and can help prevent irritation around the delicate eye area. This ingredient name is not according to the INCI-standard. :(
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What, why?! It's the yellow, solid stuff that you probably know from beeswax candles. It's a natural material produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb. Beeswax, a natural wax produced by honeybees, serves as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics. As for skincare, it's used as an emollient and thickening agent. The yellow solid stuff produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb. As an emollient, it helps to soften and smooth the skin. As a thickening agent, it contributes to the desired viscosity and texture of the adhesive.
Castor oil is sourced from the castor bean plant native to tropical areas in Eastern Africa and the Mediterranean Basin. It is an age-old ingredient (it’s over 4,000 years old!) with many uses including as a shoe polish, food additive and motor lubricant. Castor oil, derived from the castor bean plant, is a multi-functional ingredient with a long history of use. So what is so special about it? The answer is its main fatty acid, called ricinoleic acid (85-95%). Unlike other fatty acids, ricinoleic acid has an extra water-loving part (aka -OH group) on its fatty chain that gives Castor Oil several unique properties. First, it is thicker than other oils, then its solubility is different (e.g. dissolves in alcohol but not in mineral oil), and it allows all kinds of chemical modifications other oils do not, hence the lots of Castor oil-derived ingredients. It is also more glossy than other oils, in fact, it creates the highest gloss of all natural oils when applied to the skin. It is included in eyelash adhesives for its emollient properties and its ability to enhance the gloss of the product.
Chamomile probably needs no introduction as it's one of the most widely used medicinal herbs. Cosmetic companies use it mainly for its anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, derived from chamomile flowers, is valued for its anti-inflammatory properties. It contains the terpenoids chamazulene and bisabolol both of which show great anti-inflammatory action in animal studies. On top of that chamomile also has some antioxidant activity (thanks to some other active ingredients called matricine, apigenin and luteolin). Its inclusion in eyelash adhesives helps to soothe the skin and minimize potential irritation.
Also-called: Vitamin H Also called vitamin H, biotin is the main component of many enzymes in our body. Biotin, also known as Vitamin H, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. A nice ingredient to take as a supplement for stronger nails and hair. When you do not take it as a supplement its effects are a bit more questionable but according to manufacturer info it can smooth the skin and strengthen the hair. While its topical benefits are debated, it is often included in cosmetic formulations for its potential to strengthen and improve the condition of hair and skin.
It's one of those things that help your cosmetics not to go wrong too soon, aka a preservative. To prevent microbial growth and maintain product integrity, preservatives are essential components of cosmetic formulations. No matter the origin, in small amounts (up to 1%) it’s a nice, gentle preservative. Has to be combined with some other nice preservatives, like potassium sorbate to be broad spectrum enough. Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate are two commonly used preservatives. A helper ingredient that helps to make the products stay nice longer, aka preservative. Sodium Benzoate is a preservative that works mainly against fungi and has only milder effect against bacteria. Potassium sorbate is a preservative that works mainly against fungi and has only milder effect against bacteria. They work synergistically to provide broad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeast, and mold, ensuring the safety and longevity of the eyelash adhesive.
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