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Purified Water (Aqua)
Purified water or deionized water is water that lacks ions, such as cations from
sodium, calcium, iron, copper and anions such as chloride and bromide. This
means it has been purified from all other ions except H3O+ and OH-.
Deionized water is similar to distilled water, in that it is useful for skin care
where the presence of impurities may be undesirable.
Dimethicone
Dimethicones stay on or near the surface of the skin. Not only are the
molecules too big to physically enter past the upper living cells — they
associate with the upper layer of drying skin — but they also cannot penetrate
cell membranes due to their large size. They evaporate quickly after helping to
carry oils into the top layer of epidermis. From there, they may be absorbed by
the skin. Dimethicones form a barrier layer on the skin which must be renewed
as the skin sloughs off. Dimethicones form a protective layer which helps
prevent transdermal water loss — a very useful characteristic for many
products. Dimethicones act to help seal moisture into the outer layer of skin,
which helps prevent many kinds of damage.
Stearic Acid
Stearic acid is one of the useful types of saturated fatty acids that comes from
many vegetable fats and oils. It is a waxy solid. The term stearate is applied to
the salts and esters of stearic acid. Stearic acid is a saturated fat that is found
in some plant foods. It is very stable in storage.
Glycerin
Glycerin is a humectant, meaning it attracts moisture to your skin. It is a
neutral, sweet-tasting, colourless, thick liquid which freezes to a gummy paste
and which has a high boiling point. Glycerin can be dissolved into water or
alcohol, but not oils. On the other hand, many things will dissolve into glycerin
easier than they do into water or alcohol. Glycerin is also highly “hygroscopic”
which means that it absorbs water from the air. Example: if you left a bottle of
pure glycerin exposed to air in your kitchen, it would take moisture from the air
and eventually, it would become 80 per glycerin and 20 percent water. (Note:
While people say this softening is the result of the glycerin attracting moisture
to your skin, there is heated debate as to whether or not glycerin has some
other properties which are helpful to the skin. Summed up, the current thinking
is “We know glycerin softens the skin. Some people think it is because it
attracts moisture, but there could be other reasons.”)
Cetyl Alcohol
Cetyl Alcohol is an emollient and secondary emulsifier. It is derived from
naturally occurring fatty acids from coconut oil and acts as a secondary
emulsifier that thickens or adds body to lotions. It is not to be confused with
ethyl alcohols which have a drying effect when applied to the skin (as in some
hand sanitisers). Cetyl and stearyl alcohols together create a cetearyl alcohol
that forms an occlusive film to keep skin moisture from evaporating and gives
skin a velvety feeling.
Isopropyl Myristate
Isopropyl myristate is used as an emollient and lubricant in preshaves,
aftershaves, shampoos, bath oils, antiperspirants, deodorants, and various
creams and lotions. It is an emollient and lubricant that reduces the greasy feel
of products by replacing other oily ingredients. The ester of isopropyl alcohol
and myristic acid helps to reduce the greasy feeling caused by the high oil
content of other ingredients.
Stearyl Alcohol
Stearyl alcohol is found naturally in various mammalian tissues and is readily
converted to stearic acid. Stearyl alcohol is an 18 carbon straight chain
aliphatic alcohol often used as an emollient to prevent drying and chapping of
skin. It is often used in creams and lotions as an emulsifier, and thickening
agent. The Stearyl alcohol found in Gloves In A Bottle is only derived
from unsaturated vegetable oils.
Arginine
Arginine, also known as L-arginine, is involved in a number of different
functions in the body including skin regeneration and wound healing. It helps to
dilate and relax arteries and maintain immune and hormone function. It can be
used both orally and topically.
Xanthan Gum
Xanthan gum provides the stabilisation and binding of cosmetic products.
Cosmetic manufacturers add a very small amount of xanthan gum to their
cream-based products in order to keep the individual ingredients from
separating. One of the important qualities of this ingredient is that a ‘little goes
a long way’. Xanthan gum is also used as a substitute for wheat gluten in
gluten-free breads, pastas and other flour-based food products. Those who
suffer from gluten allergies should look for xanthan gum as an ingredient
on the label.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is a synthetic polymer that is popular in cosmetics
and personal care products. It is a highly versatile ingredient that serves as a
thickener, emulsifier, and stabiliser in formulations. Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
can help in improving the texture and flow properties of products like lotions, creams
and gels. It also controls the release of active ingredients and acts as a film-forming
agent, protecting the skin from environmental stressors.
VP/Eicosene Copolymer
VP/Eicosene Copolymer is a polymer of vinylpyrrolidone and eicosene
monomers. It has reported used in the following product types: sunscreen spf
15 and above (106); mascara (24); facial moisturizer/treatment (14); anti-aging
(12); lip gloss (12); other products with spf (8); brow liner (6); baby sunscreen
(5); moisturizer (5); sunscreen below spf 15 (5)
Glucoside
Glucoside has a number of benefits including protecting against free radical
damage, repair the effects of UV exposure, brighten skin by reducing melanin
production and increasing collagen levels to improve skin elasticity.
Caprylhydroxamic acid
Caprylhydroxamic acid is a chelating agent that helps protect cosmetic
formulas from destabilising metal ions. It also works as a preservative, having
the ability to prevent mould growth in water-based formulas.
Purified Water (Aqua)
Deionised water (Aqua) Purified water or deionised water is water that
lacks ions, such as cations from sodium, calcium, iron, copper and
anions such as chloride and bromide. This means it has been purified
from all other ions except H3O+ and OH-. Deionized water is similar to
distilled water, in that it is useful for skin care where the presence of
impurities may be undesirable.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Aloe Vera)
Long known for its healing and moisturising properties as a dry skin
moisturiser. Aloe Vera has a long history as a safe and effective
medicine and skin care aid that has traditionally been used to treat
various skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, inflammation,
burns and wounds. A great dry skin moisturiser, it helps keep your skin
supple by bringing oxygen to the cells, increasing the strength of skin
tissue. Studies show that Aloe Vera improves the skin’s ability to
hydrate itself, aids in the removal of dead skin cells and has an effective
penetrating ability that helps transport healthy substances through the
skin. The aloe plant contains over 75 different ingredients including:
Vitamins – Aloe contains 8 of the 13 recognized vitamins, including
important antioxidants A, C and F, Enzymes – catalysts enabling
chemical reactions in the skin, which also produce analgesic and antiinflammatory effects, Minerals – including magnesium that prevents the
formation of histamine responsible for many allergic reactions
accompanied with itching and pain, Phenolic compounds – potent
antimicrobial agents having powerful analgesic effects, they can absorb
ultra violet light, reduce the formation of melanin and decrease
tendency to hyper-pigmentation, Lignin – possessing a unique
penetrative ability that allows to carry other active ingredients of topical
preparations deep into the skin to nourish the dermis, Saponins –
cleansers having antiseptic properties, Amino acids – building blocks of
proteins. Aloe Vera gel provides 20 of the 22 necessary amino acids
required by the human body and 7 of the 8 essential amino acids which
the body cannot synthesize, Salicylic acid – aspirin-like compound with
anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, additionally, it has a
kerolytic effect which helps to debride a wound of necrotic tissue.
Cyclopentasiloxane
A non-toxic silicone known for waterproofing and lubricating qualities.
Leaves skin silky-smooth and is a great dry skin remedy.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a colorless, odorless, transparent, non-greasy
and non-toxic silicone fluid. One of the many types of silicones known
for the ability to lubricate and waterproof, water-thin.
Cyclopentasiloxane helps spread heavier silicones and is often used in
combination with Dimethicone.
A quick-evaporating fluid without greasy residue that leaves skin
feeling silky, it is widely used in cosmetic applications as a base fluid
and carrying agent
Dimethicone
Prevents water loss, protects your skin, making it an essential
ingredient of a dry skin moisturizer. Dimethicones are non-toxic,
hypoallergenic unmodified silicones, which form a protective layer on
the skin that helps retain natural moisture thus preventing transdermal
water loss (keeps the moisture in!). This layer must be renewed as the
skin sloughs off. Dimethicones stay on or near the surface of the skin
without getting below it. Dimethicone molecules are too big to
penetrate past the outer layer of dead skin cells and cannot pass into
the deeper layers of living skin cells. They naturally are attracted to the
outermost layers of skin. They also dislike both the water and proteins
inside cells. They evaporate quickly after helping to carry oils into the
top layer of epidermis from where oils may be absorbed by the skin
Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF 15 uses a proprietary blend,
consisting of several different dimethicones, that offer a very high
degree of protection to the skin.
Methyl Gluceth-20
A natural ingredient that retains moisture and improves hydration and
helps to rejuvenate skin. Glucose is a natural component of the stratum
corneum layers of skin that binds water and hydrates your skin. Glucose
moisturizers, including Methyl gluceth-10 and -20, are water-soluble
emollients (allow oil and water to mix), humectants (water retention)
and moisturizers derived naturally from corn sugar and cornstarch.
Methyl Gluceth is considered a special moisturizing agent due to its
moisture retentive qualities and ability to open pores and follicles.
Therapeutic uses include atopic eczema, clogged pores, skin dryness,
roughness and itching and wrinkles. Noted for its safety, it also imparts
a smooth, silky feel on the skin, often used in dry skin creams and
cosmetics along with other ingredients to improve skin hydration.
Arnica Montana Flower Extract (Arnica)
How to relieve itching? It’s an herb long known for healing and antiinflammatory properties and pain relief. Arnica Montana is an herb
traditionally used externally to heal wounds, prevent bruising and
swelling after traumatic skin injuries. It has a pain relieving effect,
reduces inflammation and clears fungal and bacterial infections. Arnica
can also be used successfully for insect bites (relieves itching) and
burns, including sunburn. Arnica contains essential oil (thymol),
sesquiterpene lactones (arnicin, arnicolides, helenalin), flavonoids
(eupafolin, pattuletin), polysaccharides, mucilage, bitters, carotenoids,
inulin, tannin.
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract (Comfrey)
Antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory. Comfrey, having an
ancient reputation of a wound-healer and rejuvenating skin, is an
effective remedy for a great variety of conditions. It is a powerful
antibacterial and antifungal treatment, helps in reducing swelling and
inflammation, relieves pain, shrinks blood vessels, stimulates the blood
clotting and cell growth, expedites the healing process. Comfrey
contains protein, vitamins A, C and B Complex Vitamins including B12,
mucilaginous fiber, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium,
sulphur, copper, zinc, selenium, and germanium.
Chamomilla Recutita Extract (Chamomile)
Softens and soothes skin, reduces puffiness, cleans clogged pores, and
much more and helps to reduce under eye circles. Chamomile has
carminative (promotes digestion and peristalsis), emollient (softens and
soothes the skin), healing, tonic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
properties and is one of the most widely used botanicals in the world. It
contains phenolic derivatives, which have antiseptic and healing
qualities, azulene, which helps in reducing puffiness and cleans the
clogged pores of the skin, alpha-diabolol, which provides tissue
regeneration. Flavonoids and lipophilic compounds help reducing
fragility of capillaries, thus strengthening the skin. Chamomile can be
applied externally as a wash or compress for skin problems such as
rashes, acne, eczema, psoriasis, hypersensitive skin and allergic
conditions, sunburn, burns, rheumatism, arthritis, and other painful
swellings, besides it, chamomile can be added to bath for relaxing tired,
achy muscles and feet, and softening the skin and softens feet.
Achillea Millefolium Extract (Yarrow)
Repairs damaged tissues, stretch marks, treats inflammation and
reduces pain. Yarrow is very resourceful as a medicinal herb; it has
anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Additionally, it is a styptic
(stops bleeding), astringent (makes tissue contract), vulnerary (helps in
repairing damaged or worn out tissues in the body), and possibly
anesthetic. It makes yarrow a versatile remedy which when applied
externally is useful in curing cuts and wounds, burns and ulcers as well
as swollen and irritating (inflammatory) skin. It’s even effective in
preventing stretch marks! Yarrow contains flavonoids, alkaloids, volatile
oils (including camphor), phytosterols and tannins. It also contains
salicylic acid, which may account for its use in treating inflammation
and reducing pain.
Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)
Chondrus crispus, also known as red algae, is a type of seaweed that’s a
rich source of many nutrients for skin, including the pigment betacarotene and potent antioxidants zeaxanthin, lutein, which help protect
skin from the visible effects of blue light exposure.
Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
Protects cell membranes, diminishes negative effects of pollutants,
making it a great ingredient as a dry skin treatment. Vitamin E is a
powerful antioxidant* that helps your body to protect cell membranes
and other fat-soluble parts of the body. It may also be beneficial for
slowing the aging of cells (getting rid of wrinkles) and tissues,
protecting from frostbite and other cold-induced injuries, diminishing
the negative effects of environmental pollutants, improving anemia,
speeding wound and burn healing, reducing scarring. * “Antioxidant” is
the collective name for the whole group of vitamins, minerals,
carotenoids, and polyphenols that protect the body from harmful free
radicals. The name “antioxidant” describes the way it acts to prevent
disease. In human organism, natural cellular activity and/or exposure to
environmental factors such as tobacco smoke and radiation makes a
small but significant percentage of oxygen molecules electrically
charged. When the oxygen molecule undergoes the process of oxidation
it becomes a highly reactive “free radical”, trying to steal electrons from
other molecules, including DNA and cellular membranes. They will
continue to react with other cellular molecules, damaging cells, in a
chain-reaction mechanism. Antioxidants, however, stop the chainreaction by giving up electrons and neutralizing free radicals so that
they cannot induce any more oxidative damage. Unlike other molecules,
antioxidants do not become reactive when they lose an electron.
Sorbitan Oleate
Sorbitan Oleate is the monoester of oleic acid (a source of omegas) and
hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol (often used as a humectant). It
is used in a variety of formulas used in the cosmetic industry, including
skin care products, skin cleansing products, moisturizers, eye makeup
and other makeup, according to RealSelf.com. It is primarily used as an
emulsifier, and is especially suited formulations containing vegetable
oils. It is considered a good co-emulsifier for lotions and other
emulsions.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A non-toxic thickening agent that enhances the pleasing feel of the
lotion. Helps it glide on smoothly, making it a really great dry skin
cream. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a non-toxic
thickener suitable for use in formulations, which demand superior
appearance, exceptional clarity, smooth flow (shear-thinning) and
suspending or stabilizing properties. It delivers effective performance
across a broad pH range, with greatest viscosity efficiency at pH 5.0.
This, along with broad compatibility with typically used cosmetic
ingredients, makes the polymer ideal for use in hair and skin care
applications. The polymer imparts a light, cushiony feel in applications,
helping to promote an enhanced tactile experience in use.
1,2 Hexanediol
One of two ingredients in our proprietary, extremely effective
humectant which makes Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF15 the
best lotion for dry skin. Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF 15
contains a proprietary formulation, consisting of 1,2 Hexanediol and
Caprylyl Glycol, that is one of the most, if not the most, effective
humectant* available today. 1,2 Hexanediol consists of several fine
chemicals: Alpha-Lipoic Acids – efficient antioxidant, which has been
shown to protect against cholesterol oxidation, Chrysin – bioflavonoid,
possessing anti-inflammatory, antiviral, vasodilatory (relaxing the
smooth muscle in blood vessels, which causes them to dilate)
properties, Diosgenin – the compound used in the maintenance of
healthy blood cholesterol levels, Glucosamine Hydrochloride – the
compound clinically proven to retard the progression of degenerative
changes in the joints, Indole-3-Carbinol – the promising nutrient that
may be helpful in the prevention of various forms of cancer in humans.
Caprylyl Glycol
The companion to 1,2 Hexanediol in our humectant. Gloves In A Bottle
Shielding Lotion contains a proprietary formulation, consisting of 1,2
Hexanediol and Caprylyl Glycol, which is probably the most effective
humectant* available today. It is naturally derived from coconut and has
the unique property of protecting against microbial growth from
bacteria and yeast while giving the finished product exceptional feel,
making it a superior dry skin cream.
Butylene Glycol
TOrganic ingredient that makes our product extremely soluble. Butylene
glycol is a non-toxic, hypo-allergenic organic humectant and
solubilizer used in cosmetic and food preparations. Its safety and usage
has been well documented and approved by such agencies as the US
FDA, the US EPA, and the CTFA. Butylene glycol is not a skin sensitizer,
is not considered a skin irritant and is the safest of a class of chemicals
called solubilizers.
Aminomethyl Propanol
Controls solubility, thickens. Aminomethyl Propanol is used in the
formulation of creams and lotions, hair sprays, wave sets, hair dyes and
colors, eye and facial products, and other hair and skin care products as
a thickener and PH-adjuster. It controls the water solubility of the resin
film in hair sprays, and makes the finished film more resistant to
humidity.
Phenoxyethanol
A safe antiseptic and anti-microbial preservative, which helps to treat
dry skin. Phenoxyethanol is an organic chemical compound, known as a
glycol ether. One of the most widely used safe and effective
preservatives in dermatological products such as skin creams, it also
works as a topical antiseptic, providing a broad spectrum anti-microbial
activity against either gram-negative or gram-positive bacteria, yeasts
and molds.
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
This is a carbinol functional dimethicone fluid. This material is unique
due to its polar organic substituents. The dimethicone and organic
combination provides multiple benefits in personal care applications.
This moderately polar material has a novel compatibility profile. This
product also acts as a superior suspension aid for sunscreens.
Octinoxate 7%
Octinoxate has a solid record of safety (decades of research and
thousands of studies establishing its safety in sunscreens as
indisputable). There are no studies that demonstrate octinoxate, when
used in SPF products, is harmful. In the sole studies cited when such
claims are made, the conditions are completely inapplicable to how
sunscreen ingredients are used in skincare products. For example, such
“studies” use extremely high concentrations of octinoxate which are
much higher than would ever be used in sunscreens.
Octisalate 5%
Understanding the active ingredients in sunscreen is a bit like learning
a foreign language that uses a different alphabet. Suffice it to say in
short that sunscreens are made up of a combination of two types of
ingredients: those that reflect ultraviolet (UV) rays and those that
absorb UV rays. Although that might sound simple enough, there are
also two types of rays: UVA rays and UVB rays. UVB causes sunburn at
the outer layers of skin, but UVA causes sun damage that reach deeper
layers of skin. Both UVA and UVB radiation can contribute to the
development of skin cancer. Octisalate (octyl salicylate) is an organic
compound (colorless liquid with an oily consistency and a slight floral
fragrance) that is used to absorb UVB rays and also add water-resistant
properties to the formula. It is not a particularly strong absorbent, so it
usually appears along with other ingredients. Octisalate degrades when
exposed to sunlight, which means it needs to be reapplied frequently.
The FDA has determined that the levels used in cosmetic and beauty
products would not cause any adverse reaction and has approved
octisalate for use in sunscreen with up to 5% concentration . Keep in
mind that a sunscreen’s Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a gauge of how
well the formula protects the skin from UVB rays. It does not gauge
protection from UVA rays.
Homosalate 3%
FDA-approved sunscreen active ingredient that provides primarily UVB
protection. Its UVA range is very narrow, and so it is not used alone in
sunscreens. Homosalate is internationally approved for use in
sunscreens, up to a maximum concentration of 15%. It’s considered
non-sensitising, and is most often seen in sunscreens rated SPF 30 and
greater.
Other Ingredients:
Deionized water (Aqua) Purified water or deionized water is water that
lacks ions, such as cations from sodium, calcium, iron, copper and
anions such as chloride and bromide. This means it has been purified
from all other ions except H3O+ and OH-. Deionized water is similar to
distilled water, in that it is useful for skin care where the presence of
impurities may be undesirable.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Aloe Vera)
Long known for its healing and moisturizing properties as a dry skin
moisturizer. Aloe Vera has a long history as a safe and effective
medicine and skin care aid that has traditionally been used to treat
various skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, inflammation,
burns and wounds. A great dry skin moisturiser, it helps keep your skin
supple by bringing oxygen to the cells, increasing the strength of skin
tissue. Studies show that Aloe Vera improves the skin’s ability to
hydrate itself, aids in the removal of dead skin cells and has an effective
penetrating ability that helps transport healthy substances through the
skin. The aloe plant contains over 75 different ingredients including:
Vitamins – Aloe contains 8 of the 13 recognized vitamins, including
important antioxidants A, C and F, Enzymes – catalysts enabling
chemical reactions in the skin, which also produce analgesic and antiinflammatory effects, Minerals – including magnesium that prevents the
formation of histamine responsible for many allergic reactions
accompanied with itching and pain, Phenolic compounds – potent
antimicrobial agents having powerful analgesic effects, they can absorb
ultra violet light, reduce the formation of melanin and decrease
tendency to hyper-pigmentation, Lignin – possessing a unique
penetrative ability that allows to carry other active ingredients of topical
preparations deep into the skin to nourish the dermis, Saponins –
cleansers having antiseptic properties, Amino acids – building blocks of
proteins. Aloe Vera gel provides 20 of the 22 necessary amino acids
required by the human body and 7 of the 8 essential amino acids which
the body cannot synthesize, Salicylic acid – aspirin-like compound with
anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, additionally, it has a
kerolytic effect which helps to debride a wound of necrotic tissue.
Cyclopentasiloxane
A non-toxic silicone known for waterproofing and lubricating qualities.
Leaves skin silky-smooth and is a great dry skin remedy.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a colorless, odorless, transparent, non-greasy
and non-toxic silicone fluid. One of the many types of silicones known
for the ability to lubricate and waterproof, water-thin.
Cyclopentasiloxane helps spread heavier silicones and is often used in
combination with Dimethicone.
A quick-evaporating fluid without greasy residue that leaves skin
feeling silky, it is widely used in cosmetic applications as a base fluid
and carrying agent
Dimethicone
Prevents water loss, protects your skin, making it an essential
ingredient of a dry skin moisturizer. Dimethicones are non-toxic,
hypoallergenic unmodified silicones, which form a protective layer on
the skin that helps retain natural moisture thus preventing transdermal
water loss (keeps the moisture in!). This layer must be renewed as the
skin sloughs off. Dimethicones stay on or near the surface of the skin
without getting below it. Dimethicone molecules are too big to
penetrate past the outer layer of dead skin cells and cannot pass into
the deeper layers of living skin cells. They naturally are attracted to the
outermost layers of skin. They also dislike both the water and proteins
inside cells. They evaporate quickly after helping to carry oils into the
top layer of epidermis from where oils may be absorbed by the skin
Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF 15 uses a proprietary blend,
consisting of several different dimethicones, that offer a very high
degree of protection to the skin.
Methyl Gluceth-20
A natural ingredient that retains moisture and improves hydration and
helps to rejuvenate skin. Glucose is a natural component of the stratum
corneum layers of skin that binds water and hydrates your skin. Glucose
moisturizers, including Methyl gluceth-10 and -20, are water-soluble
emollients (allow oil and water to mix), humectants (water retention)
and moisturizers derived naturally from corn sugar and cornstarch.
Methyl Gluceth is considered a special moisturizing agent due to its
moisture retentive qualities and ability to open pores and follicles.
Therapeutic uses include atopic eczema, clogged pores, skin dryness,
roughness and itching and wrinkles. Noted for its safety, it also imparts
a smooth, silky feel on the skin, often used in dry skin creams and
cosmetics along with other ingredients to improve skin hydration.
Arnica Montana Flower Extract (Arnica)
Arnica is known for its healing and anti-inflammatory properties and
pain relief. Arnica Montana is traditionally used externally to heal
wounds, prevent bruising and swelling after traumatic skin injuries. It
has a pain relieving effect, reduces inflammation and clears fungal and
bacterial infections. Arnica can also be used successfully for insect bites
(relieves itching) and burns, including sunburn. Arnica contains
essential oil (thymol), sesquiterpene lactones (arnicin, arnicolides,
helenalin), flavonoids (eupafolin, pattuletin), polysaccharides, mucilage,
bitters, carotenoids, inulin, tannin.
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract (Comfrey)
Antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory. Comfrey, having an
ancient reputation of a wound-healer and rejuvenating skin, is an
effective remedy for a great variety of conditions. It is a powerful
antibacterial and antifungal treatment, helps in reducing swelling and
inflammation, relieves pain, shrinks blood vessels, stimulates the blood
clotting and cell growth, expedites the healing process. Comfrey
contains protein, vitamins A, C and B Complex Vitamins including B12,
mucilaginous fibre, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium,
sulphur, copper, zinc, selenium, and germanium.
Chamomilla Recutita Extract (Chamomile)
Softens and soothes skin, reduces puffiness, cleans clogged pores, and
much more and helps to reduce under eye circles. Chamomile has
carminative (promotes digestion and peristalsis), emollient (softens and
soothes the skin), healing, tonic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
properties and is one of the most widely used botanicals in the world. It
contains phenolic derivatives, which have antiseptic and healing
qualities, azulene, which helps in reducing puffiness and cleans the
clogged pores of the skin, alpha-diabolol, which provides tissue
regeneration. Flavonoids and lipophilic compounds help reducing
fragility of capillaries, thus strengthening the skin. Chamomile can be
applied externally as a wash or compress for skin problems such as
rashes, acne, eczema, psoriasis, hypersensitive skin and allergic
conditions, sunburn, burns, rheumatism, arthritis, and other painful
swellings, besides it, chamomile can be added to bath for relaxing tired,
achy muscles and feet, and softening the skin and softens feet.
Achillea Millefolium Extract (Yarrow)
Repairs damaged tissues, stretch marks, treats inflammation and
reduces pain. Yarrow is very resourceful as a medicinal herb; it has
anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Additionally, it is a styptic
(stops bleeding), astringent (makes tissue contract), vulnerary (helps in
repairing damaged or worn out tissues in the body), and possibly
anesthetic. It makes yarrow a versatile remedy which when applied
externally is useful in curing cuts and wounds, burns and ulcers as well
as swollen and irritating (inflammatory) skin. It’s even effective in
preventing stretch marks! Yarrow contains flavonoids, alkaloids, volatile
oils (including camphor), phytosterols and tannins. It also contains
salicylic acid, which may account for its use in treating inflammation
and reducing pain.
Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)
Chondrus crispus, also known as red algae, is a type of seaweed that’s a
rich source of many nutrients for skin, including the pigment betacarotene and potent antioxidants zeaxanthin, lutein, which help protect
skin from the visible effects of blue light exposure.
Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
Protects cell membranes, diminishes negative effects of pollutants,
making it a great ingredient as a dry skin treatment. Vitamin E is a
powerful antioxidant* that helps your body to protect cell membranes
and other fat-soluble parts of the body. It may also be beneficial for
slowing the aging of cells (getting rid of wrinkles) and tissues,
protecting from frostbite and other cold-induced injuries, diminishing
the negative effects of environmental pollutants, improving anemia,
speeding wound and burn healing, reducing scarring. * “Antioxidant” is
the collective name for the whole group of vitamins, minerals,
carotenoids, and polyphenols that protect the body from harmful free
radicals. The name “antioxidant” describes the way it acts to prevent
disease. In human organism, natural cellular activity and/or exposure to
environmental factors such as tobacco smoke and radiation makes a
small but significant percentage of oxygen molecules electrically
charged. When the oxygen molecule undergoes the process of oxidation
it becomes a highly reactive “free radical”, trying to steal electrons from
other molecules, including DNA and cellular membranes. They will
continue to react with other cellular molecules, damaging cells, in a
chain-reaction mechanism. Antioxidants, however, stop the chainreaction by giving up electrons and neutralizing free radicals so that
they cannot induce any more oxidative damage. Unlike other molecules,
antioxidants do not become reactive when they lose an electron.
Sorbitan Oleate
Sorbitan Oleate is the monoester of oleic acid (a source of omegas) and
hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol (often used as a humectant). It
is used in a variety of formulas used in the cosmetic industry, including
skin care products, skin cleansing products, moisturizers, eye makeup
and other makeup, according to RealSelf.com. It is primarily used as an
emulsifier, and is especially suited formulations containing vegetable
oils. It is considered a good co-emulsifier for lotions and other
emulsions.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A non-toxic thickening agent that enhances the pleasing feel of the
lotion. Helps it glide on smoothly, making it a really great dry skin
cream. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a non-toxic
thickener suitable for use in formulations, which demand superior
appearance, exceptional clarity, smooth flow (shear-thinning) and
suspending or stabilizing properties. It delivers effective performance
across a broad pH range, with greatest viscosity efficiency at pH 5.0.
This, along with broad compatibility with typically used cosmetic
ingredients, makes the polymer ideal for use in hair and skin care
applications. The polymer imparts a light, cushiony feel in applications,
helping to promote an enhanced tactile experience in use.
1,2 Hexanediol
One of two ingredients in our proprietary, extremely effective
humectant which makes Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF15 the
best lotion for dry skin. Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion SPF 15
contains a proprietary formulation, consisting of 1,2 Hexanediol and
Caprylyl Glycol, that is one of the most, if not the most, effective
humectant* available today. 1,2 Hexanediol consists of several fine
chemicals: Alpha-Lipoic Acids – efficient antioxidant, which has been
shown to protect against cholesterol oxidation, Chrysin – bioflavonoid,
possessing anti-inflammatory, antiviral, vasodilatory (relaxing the
smooth muscle in blood vessels, which causes them to dilate)
properties, Diosgenin – the compound used in the maintenance of
healthy blood cholesterol levels, Glucosamine Hydrochloride – the
compound clinically proven to retard the progression of degenerative
changes in the joints, Indole-3-Carbinol – the promising nutrient that
may be helpful in the prevention of various forms of cancer in humans.
Caprylyl Glycol
The companion to 1,2 Hexanediol in our humectant. Gloves In A Bottle
Shielding Lotion contains a proprietary formulation, consisting of 1,2
Hexanediol and Caprylyl Glycol, which is probably the most effective
humectant* available today. It is naturally derived from coconut and has
the unique property of protecting against microbial growth from
bacteria and yeast while giving the finished product exceptional feel,
making it a superior dry skin cream.
Butylene Glycol
TOrganic ingredient that makes our product extremely soluble. Butylene
glycol is a non-toxic, hypo-allergenic organic humectant and
solubilizer used in cosmetic and food preparations. Its safety and usage
has been well documented and approved by such agencies as the US
FDA, the US EPA, and the CTFA. Butylene glycol is not a skin sensitizer,
is not considered a skin irritant and is the safest of a class of chemicals
called solubilizers.
Aminomethyl Propanol
Controls solubility, thickens. Aminomethyl Propanol is used in the
formulation of creams and lotions, hair sprays, wave sets, hair dyes and
colors, eye and facial products, and other hair and skin care products as
a thickener and PH-adjuster. It controls the water solubility of the resin
film in hair sprays, and makes the finished film more resistant to
humidity.
Phenoxyethanol
A safe antiseptic and anti-microbial preservative, which helps to treat
dry skin. Phenoxyethanol is an organic chemical compound, known as a
glycol ether. One of the most widely used safe and effective
preservatives in dermatological products such as skin creams, it also
works as a topical antiseptic, providing a broad spectrum anti-microbial
activity against either gram-negative or gram-positive bacteria, yeasts
and molds.
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
This is a carbinol functional dimethicone fluid. This material is unique
due to its polar organic substituents. The dimethicone and organic
combination provides multiple benefits in personal care applications.
This moderately polar material has a novel compatibility profile. This
product also acts as a superior suspension aid for sunscreens.
Dermatitis is a common skin condition across various industries, often caused by exposure to irritants or allergens. In industries like manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and agriculture,
Now that summer is here taking up outdoor activities like gardening, hiking, cycling, or beach outings will mean your skin will be exposed to various
Even though we are in April, the weather is still colder than average but when we do finally see some warm sunshine our attention will
Gloves In A Bottle is a Shielding Lotion that allows the natural oils and moisture in the skin,
to be retained whilst at the same time protecting against outside irritants.
