Ingredient Glossary - D
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Darutoside
An ingredient derived from Sigesbeckia orientalis, a shrub native to India. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties.
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Decyl Glucoside
A natural surfactant made from plant based fatty acids and glucose, used in cleansing products.
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Dehydroacetic Acid
A preservative used in cosmetics to keep the formulas fresh, safe and stable.
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Dextrin
A cosmetic thickener, adhesion promoter and humectant that is made from a blend of polysaccharides.
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Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate
Used in cosmetic formulations as a moisturizing, nourishing and firming agent.
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Dipotassium Glycyrhizate
Ingredient derived from the licorice root. It has a myriad of uses as a soothing, anti-inflammatory and sebum regulating agent.
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Dipropylene Glycol
An ingredient that enhances the texture and stability of cosmetic formulations.
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Disodium EDTA
Disodium EDTA functions as a chelating agent to stabilise formulations and boost preservative efficacy. Toxicology studies have found it to be safe to consumers in cosmetic formulations and it is approved by both the EU and FDA.