Ingredients

Gly Miracle Ingredients - What They Do For You

• Glycerin – is the hero of Gly Miracle products. One of the most valuable substances in the world, glycerin is well loved because it is a humectant. A humectant is a substance that pulls water from the second layer of skin and brings it to the top layer of skin. It also draws moisture from the air and locks it in. Glycerin hydrates skin, stops bacteria from reproducing and helps shed dead skin cells, giving skin a more smooth, youthful glow. This unsung hero works to protect the skin from external irritation by strengthening its protective moisture barrier. That means it helps to retain moisture in your skin even with repeated submersions in water and the elements. This results in fewer skin issues and a lot less sensitivity, too. Studies show that glycerin can penetrate deep into the skin layers and remain within the skin for continuous hydration for several days. It has also been shown to be the most effective humectant and well-tolerated ingredient used in skin care formulations.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract - offers many benefits and is suited for all skin types, especially dry, damaged, broken, sensitive, and irritated skin. It offers anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, humectant, and soothing, anti-itch qualities for the skin. It has been used medicinally for several thousands of years in many cultures. Scientists have discovered over 200 nutritional substances in Aloe Barbadensis leaves, including 20 minerals, 20 amino acids, 12 vitamins, and active enzymes.
• Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract - relieves inflammatory skin conditions and calms sensitive skin. It provides some antioxidant protection and can be used to soothe, moisturize, and inhibit the growth of bacteria and has anti-allergenic properties.
• Chondrus Crispis (Carregeenan) Extract - is extracted from red seaweed (Chondrus Crispus), which is commonly called Irish Moss or Carrageenan Moss. The ingredient isn't exactly Irish moss, though. Rather, it's an extract from the plant that is a skin conditioning agent useful in the control of viscosity in an overall product. Due to it being a seaweed extract, it is packed full of vitamins and minerals which are vital to the maintenance of healthy skin.
• Allantoin - is extracted from the root of many plants, such as comfrey, horse chestnut, and bearberry. It is a non-irritating ingredient that softens and protects the skin and is widely considered beneficial as a supplement. It is a protective and conditioning agent with applications for managing conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and wounds. Allantoin moisturizes to soften dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and helps nourish minor skin irritations such as diaper rash, sunburn, and skin burns from radiation therapy.
• Tocopherl Acetate (Vitamin E) - Alpha-tocopheryl acetate (ATA) is a specific form (synthetic) of vitamin E. It's also known as tocopheryl acetate, tocopherol acetate, or vitamin E acetate. Vitamin E is known for its antioxidant properties.
• Polysorbate 20 - is used as a surfactant (a compound that lowers the surface tension between two ingredients) and emulsifier (stabilizer). It is derived from Lauric Acid found naturally in various plant and animal fats and oils, (a major component of coconut oil and palm kernel oil) and is also a chemical mixture of sorbitol ethylene oxide. Polysorbate 20 can serve as a dispersing agent and mix oil and water, work as a solubilizer and stabilizer, act as a lubricator, and have a soothing effect on the skin.
• Sodium Laurel Sulfate - is derived from the vegetable sources of coconut and/or palm kernel oil. The oils can be split into glycerin and the component fatty acids, one of which is lauric acid. The lauric acid is isolated and then hydrogenated to form the lauryl alcohol. The lauryl alcohol is then combined with sulfur which then forms the salt, sodium lauryl sulfate. It serves as an emulsifier, helping oil-based and water-based ingredients to stay mixed.

Not an active ingredient, but worth including in an ingredient summary:

Propylparaben/Methylparaben - Parabens are preservative ingredients used in cosmetics, personal hygiene products, food products, and pharmaceuticals. They are highly effective in preventing the growth of fungi, bacteria, and yeast that can cause products to spoil. Since Gly Miracle products are rich in plant extracts, we consciously use trace amounts to protect the integrity and effectiveness of the products. (Good tolerability, highly researched, and good effects)