INGREDIENT GLOSSARY
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A
Acrylates Copolymer
Styling polymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Thickener
Alcohol
Solvent
Alcohol Denat.
Solvent
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Fragrance Ingredient - powdery violet and woody note
Aminomethyl Propanol
PH adjuster
Ammonium Bicarbonate
PH adjuster
Ammonium Hydroxide
Neutralizing agent
Amodimethicone
Conditioning agent
Apigenin
ProcapilTM - Active ingredient - known for its thickening and densifying properties
B
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Conditioning agent
Behentrimonium Chloride
Conditioning agent
Benzoic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzyl Salicylate
Fragrance Ingredient - white flower compound
BHT
Antioxidant
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Conditioning agent
Butylene Glycol
Solvent
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
Shea Oil - Natural oil
Shea Oils's high concentration of various of fatty acids and its significant level of antioxidants such as Vitamin E and A makes it a valued ingredient in cosmetic products for centuries.
Shea Oils's high concentration of various of fatty acids and its significant level of antioxidants such as Vitamin E and A makes it a valued ingredient in cosmetic products for centuries.
C
C11-15 Pareth-9
Emulsifying agent
C12-13 Pareth-23
Emulsifying agent
C12-13 Pareth-3
Emulsifying agent
C12-13 Pareth-9
Emulsifying agent
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Smoothing agent
Carbon Dioxide
Propellant and part of activating micro-foam technology
Cellulose
Bulking, texturizing and mattifying agent
Ceteareth-20
Emulsifying agent
Ceteartrimonium Chloride
Conditioning agent
Cetearyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohol, emollient and emulsion stabilizer
Cetrimonium Chloride
Conditioning and antistatic agent
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Red Algae Extract - Natural extract - known for its moisturizing and soothing properties
Citric Acid
PH adjuster
Citronellol
Fragrance Ingredient - citrusy rose scent
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
Lime Extract - Natural extract - known for its refreshing and energizing properties
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Coco-Betaine
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Coco-Glucoside
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Carnauba Wax - Natural Wax
Carnuba Wax, so called the "Queen of Waxes", is a strong and durable natural plant wax of the carnauba tree that is well known for its high shine and emollient/softening properties
Carnuba Wax, so called the "Queen of Waxes", is a strong and durable natural plant wax of the carnauba tree that is well known for its high shine and emollient/softening properties
Coumarin or Octahydrocoumarine
Fragrance Ingredient - sweet fruity almond note
D
Decyl Glucoside
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Thickener
Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride
Smoothing agent
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
Conditioning agent
Dimethicone
Smoothing agent
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Conditioning agent
Dimethiconol
Conditioning and shine enhancing agent
Dimethyl Acrylamide/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer
Styling polymer
Dimethyl Ether
Propellant
Dimethylhydroxy Dihydroflavone
t-Flavanone - Active Ingredient
t-Flavanone is known as being a powerful redensifying and anti-hair loss/fall agent
t-Flavanone is known as being a powerful redensifying and anti-hair loss/fall agent
Dipropylene Glycol
Solvent
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Disodium Phosphate
PH adjuster
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Conditioning agent
E
Ectoin
Ectoin - Active Ingredient
Ectoin is one of nature`s most powerful protectors. It is able to stabilize and maintain biological structures and protects from environmental stress such as variations in temperature and dehydration
Ectoin is one of nature`s most powerful protectors. It is able to stabilize and maintain biological structures and protects from environmental stress such as variations in temperature and dehydration
Ethyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer
Styling polymer
Ethylhexylglycerin
Preservative booster
F
Fragrance/Parfum
Fragrance Ingredient
G
Geraniol
Fragrance Ingredient - fruity citrusy rose note
Glucomannan
Thickener
Glycerin
Moisturizer
Glyceryl Oleate
Scalp balancer, solubilizer
Glycol Distearate
Pearlizing agent
Glycolic Acid
PH adjuster
Glyoxylic Acid
GA (Glyoxylic Acid) - Active Ingredient
GA works mainly inside the hair. It an acid with a particular small molecular size, that is able to deeply penetrate into the hair and supports the creation of additional long-lasting strong bonds
GA works mainly inside the hair. It an acid with a particular small molecular size, that is able to deeply penetrate into the hair and supports the creation of additional long-lasting strong bonds
H
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Sunflower Seed Oil - Natural oil
Hexyl Cinnamal
Fragrance Ingredient - waxy jasmine scent
Hydrofluorocarbon 152A
Propellant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Thickener
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Cationic conditioning agent
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hyaloveil®* - Active Ingredient
Hyaloveil® is a modified and advanced type of hyaluronic acid able to adhere on the hair surface: In addition to the best known moisturizing and protecting benefits of conventional hyaluronic acid, the “adhesive” feature of Hyaloveil makes it possible to stay longer on the hair and the skin and ensures that it is not easily washed off.
*Hyaloveil® is a registered trademark of Kewpie Corporation
Hyaloveil® is a modified and advanced type of hyaluronic acid able to adhere on the hair surface: In addition to the best known moisturizing and protecting benefits of conventional hyaluronic acid, the “adhesive” feature of Hyaloveil makes it possible to stay longer on the hair and the skin and ensures that it is not easily washed off.
*Hyaloveil® is a registered trademark of Kewpie Corporation
I
Iron Oxides/CI 77491
Colorant
Iron Oxides/CI 77492
Colorant
Iron Oxides/CI 77499
Colorant
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Isododecane
Solvent
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
L
Lactic Acid
PH adjuster
Lactobacillus Ferment
Part of Biomimetic Silk
The vegan and biomimetic ingredient Biomimetic Silk, has been exclusively developed for Kerasilk, and is a biotechnologically obtained hydrolized protein. It is based on a special combination of versatile amino acids that have the ability to work both inside and outside the hair – mimicking the composition and benefits of traditional silk
The vegan and biomimetic ingredient Biomimetic Silk, has been exclusively developed for Kerasilk, and is a biotechnologically obtained hydrolized protein. It is based on a special combination of versatile amino acids that have the ability to work both inside and outside the hair – mimicking the composition and benefits of traditional silk
Laureth-4
Foam stabilizing agent
Laurtrimonium Chloride
Conditioning, surface-calimng and frizz-reducing agent
Lauryl Glucoside
Emulsifying agent
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Linalool
Fragrance Ingredient - fresh floral note
M
Menthol
Cooling agent
Mica/CI 77019
Colorant
Mineral Oil/Paraffinum Liquidum
Smoothing agent
N
Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Blue Lotus Extract - Nautral Extract
Blue Lotus Extract is is known for being rich in strengthening nutrients, minerals and vitamins
Blue Lotus Extract is is known for being rich in strengthening nutrients, minerals and vitamins
O
Oleanolic Acid
Conditioning agent
P
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Ginseng Root Extract - Natural Extract - known for its known for its scalp stimulating effect
Panthenol
Moisturizer
PEG/PPG-14/4 Dimethicone
Conditioning agent
PEG/PPG-75/25 Carbonic Acid Copolymer
Restylable Polymer
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Conditioning agent
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
Thickener
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Solubilizer
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
Emulsifying agent
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Solubilizer
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying agent, emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Pentane
Propellant
Phenethyl Alcohol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative booster
Phenyl Trimethicone
Conditioning and shine enhancing agent
Piroctone Olamine
Piroctone Olamine - Active Ingredient
Designed to treat seborrheic dermatitis and dry scalp Piroctone Olamine is one of the most effective areas of dandruff treatment on the market today
Designed to treat seborrheic dermatitis and dry scalp Piroctone Olamine is one of the most effective areas of dandruff treatment on the market today
Polyquaternium-11
Conditioning and volumizing agent
Polyquaternium-16
Conditioning and hold agent
Polyquaternium-37
Conditioning agent
Polyquaternium-47
Conditioning agent
Polyquaternium-53
Conditioning agent
Polysilicone-29
Heat-activated conditioning agent
Polysilicone-9
Heat-activated thermoplastic polymer
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying agent
Potassium Hydroxide
PH adjuster
Potassium Phosphate
PH adjuster
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Emulsifying agent
Propanediol
Solvent
Propylene Glycol
Humactant penetration enhancer
R
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Rosemary Leaf Extract - Natural Extract - known for ist anti-oxidative properties
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil
Red Raspberry Seed Oil - Natural Oil
Cold-pressed Red Raspberry Seed Oil is a natural source of Vitamin E, Vitamin A and antioxidants and packed with essential fatty acids
Cold-pressed Red Raspberry Seed Oil is a natural source of Vitamin E, Vitamin A and antioxidants and packed with essential fatty acids
S
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Part of Biomimetic Silk
The vegan and biomimetic ingredient Biomimetic Silk, has been exclusively developed for Kerasilk, and is a biotechnologically obtained hydrolized protein. It is based on a special combination of versatile amino acids that have the ability to work both inside and outside the hair – mimicking the composition and benefits of traditional silk
The vegan and biomimetic ingredient Biomimetic Silk, has been exclusively developed for Kerasilk, and is a biotechnologically obtained hydrolized protein. It is based on a special combination of versatile amino acids that have the ability to work both inside and outside the hair – mimicking the composition and benefits of traditional silk
Sclerotium Gum
Thickener
Silica
Texturizing agent
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Jojoba Derived Exfoliants (Jojoba Beads)
Jojoba Derived Exfoliants (Jojoba Beads) from pure hydrogenated jojoba oil, are a superior, natural and (100%) biodegradable alternative to polyethylene beads. Jojoba beads are an extremely gentle yet effective exfoliant as their round shape removes dead skin cells without the harshness of typical abrasives with sharp edges like nutshells or plastic beads
Jojoba Derived Exfoliants (Jojoba Beads) from pure hydrogenated jojoba oil, are a superior, natural and (100%) biodegradable alternative to polyethylene beads. Jojoba beads are an extremely gentle yet effective exfoliant as their round shape removes dead skin cells without the harshness of typical abrasives with sharp edges like nutshells or plastic beads
Sodium Benzoate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
PH adjuster
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Surfactant - supports foaming properties
Sodium Metabisulfite
Stabilizer
Sodium Phosphate
PH adjuster
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sorbitan Caprylate
Emulsifying agent
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Conditioning agent
Steareth-2
Conditioning agent
Steartrimonium Chloride
Conditioning agent
T
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Chelating agent - Hard water neutralizer
Tin Oxide
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide/CI 77891
Colorant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Trideceth-10
Conditioning agent
Trideceth-15
Emulsifying agent
Trideceth-3
Emulsifying agent
Triethanolamine
PH adjuster
Triheptanoin
Conditioning agent
Triisopropanolamine
PH adjuster
Trilaureth-4 Phosphate
Emulsifying agent
Trisiloxane
Conditioning agent
V
VP/VA Copolymer
Styling polymer
W
Water/Aqua
Solvent
X
Xanthan Gum
Thickener
Z
Zinc PCA
Zincsalt - Active Ingredient - known for its sebum regulating properties
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