Isopropyl
Alcohol |
is antibacterial to help clear out infected pores. |
Propylene
Glycol |
is a very common moisture carrying vehicle used in
cosmetic formulations. It has also has wonderful skin
permeating properties. |
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Acetylsalicylic Acid |
is anti-inflammatory to reduce the swelling associated
with ingrown hairs.
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Glycolic Acid |
(AHA – fruit acid) occurs naturally in sugar cane juice.
It is considered to be the most effective AHA because it
has a small molecular structure allowing it to penetrate
the surface of the skin more readily. |
