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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

A powerful and stable oil-soluble Vitamin C ester with antioxidant properties to neutralize free radicals. When formulated with products containing vitamin E (tocopherol) it has shown to work synergystically to target the skin’s underlying support system and preserve collagen. At levels as low as 0.1% it shows antioxidant benefits and when used in concentrations up to 2% helps to maintain skin integrity. DERIVED FROM Hexyldecanol and Ascorbic Acid.
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Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

A vegetable-based chelating agent used to enhance the effects of preservatives in a formulation (allowing for the use of lower amounts) and helps to reduce the surface tension of water. DERIVED FROM glutamic acid (amino acid). Once synthesized, it produces the organic salt tetrasodium glutamate diacetate.
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Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract

Research supports that Thyme Extract may show anti-bacterial and cleansing properties. DERIVED FROM steam distillation of the fresh flowering aerial parts of Thymus vulgaris L., T.zygis Loefl.ex L., or a mixture of both species.
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Titanium Dioxide

Titanium dioxide is used in a variety of personal care, skin care, and cosmetic formulations used to enhance pigments, absorb and scatter light (sun filter), and improve application coverage. In cosmetic formulations it helps to thicken the formulation and is an opacifying agent. Titanium dioxide has been shown effective in protecting against both UVA and UVB rays. As its particles are too large to penetrate the skin, it remains topical on the skin surface, providing protection. Because of its gentle composition, it is ideal for those with sensitive or easily irritated skin to help soothe and protect. When titanium oxide is used for cosmetic formulations, it is micronized and coated and classified as a non-nanoparticle. DERIVED FROM naturally occuring oxide of titanium when reacted with oxygen.
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Titanium dioxide as a raw material for cosmetic use does not carry the same risk as Titanium dioxide in its raw form which has not been prepared for cosmetic use. Outdated studies done on Titanium dioxide in its raw form remain and continue to cause concern. Such studies were performed with direct inhalation of Titanium Dioxide in its raw, nanoparticle form (uncoated and not micronized) for a period of eight continuous hours. The study done in that form concluded serious adverse health effects. Titanium dioxide that has been prepared for cosmetic use (meaning it has been coated, micronized, and is a non-nanoparticle) has been found safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel and European Union when used in its proper form, in concentrations up to 25%.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is an important fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties that has been shown to help protect skin from ultraviolet rays by neutralizing free radicals. DERIVED FROM naturally from a variety of vegetable oils and fats.
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Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) a specific form of vitamin E, which is used to help improve texture and appearance of hair and skin. DERIVED FROM the chemical reaction that occurs when tocopherol and acetic acid are combined.
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Tri-C12-13 Alkyl Citrate

Used as a stabilizer in creams and lotions of the oil-in-water type to help increase viscosity and emulsion stability. DERIVED FROM citric acid.
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Tribehenin

Tribehenin functions as an emollient and thickening (or gelling) agent with skin conditioning properties, and as a compacting agent for pressed powders giving the formula flexibility and ideal application. It is a soft and amorphous (non-crystalline) wax that can be used to modify the properties of other waxes and helps to prevent moisture loss. DERIVED FROM the glycerin and behenic acid found in both animal and vegetable fats and oils including tallow, palm-nut, and coconut oils.
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Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone based ingredient used as an emulsion stabilizer, and binder to coat pigments and to coat mineral sunsreen actives allowing for a more ideal texture and application and can help to reduce oxidative stress. It carries a proven track record of being safe in cosmetic formulations reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel and EU agencies. DERIVED FROM the hydrosilylation of 1-octene and triethoxysilane.
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Controvery exists over silicas (silicones) and their relation to silicosis however silicosis is caused by the inhalation of cystalline silica dust. Crystalline silica is not used in cosmetic use. Silicas used for cosmetic formulation is amorphous silica (non crystalline) so the association between silicosis from cystalline is irrelevant to the cosmetic formulations containing silica from amorphous silica. Although outdated research documenting health concerns still exist, it is rebuted by more current research and conslusions from 2016 Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) studies which concluded Triethoxycaprylylsilane safe for use in cosmetics when used in its proper form. There are nearly 200 siloxanes and siloxane derivities listed in the inventory of ingredients used as complied by the European Commission. Opinions and conclusions that categorize all silicones / siloxanes as one concers are inaccurate as each compound functions and preforms uniquely. The siloxane compounds used in VRAI cosmetics have been concluded as safe for use in cosmetics when formulated in their proper use form by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review and the European Union Commission.

Trisiloxane

Trisiloxane serves multiple functions in cosmetic formulations and skin care products. It increases spreadability, helps to reduce dry-down time, and as a siloxane, provides a silky feel to the skin while offering hydration properties. DERIVED FROM silica.
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Controversy exists over silicas (silicones) and their relation to silicosis however silicosis is caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust. Crystalline silica is not used in cosmetic use. Silicas used for cosmetic formulation is amorphous silica (non crystalline) so the association between silicosis from crystalline is irrelevant to the cosmetic formulations containing silica from amorphous silica. Although outdated research documenting health concerns still exist, it is rebutted by more current research and conclusions from 2016 Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) studies which concluded Triethoxycaprylylsilane safe for use in cosmetics when used in its proper form. There are nearly 200 siloxanes and siloxane derivatives listed in the inventory of ingredients used as complied by the European Commission. Opinions and conclusions that categorize all silicones / siloxanes as one concern are inaccurate as each compound functions and preforms uniquely. The siloxane compounds used in VRAI cosmetics have been concluded as safe for use in cosmetics when formulated in their proper use form by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review and the European Union Commission.

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan Gum is a thickening and binding agent used in cosmetic formulations to prepare water gels and in oil-in-water emulsions to enhance droplet coalescence. DERIVED FROM glucose (corn sugar).
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