paraben
Skincare shelf-life extender
Parabens are chemical compounds used as preservatives in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and some foods.
They prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending shelf life.
Common types include methylparaben and propylparaben.
Parabens became controversial when studies suggested they might disrupt hormones, leading many products to advertise as paraben-free.
Hydrating skin cream
- shampooLiquid hair cleanser
- conditionerHair-smoothing product
- sunscreenUV-blocking skin cream
- lotionLiquid skin moisturizer
cream · serum · cleanser · toner · foundation · lipstick · mascara · deodorant
Substance with defined composition
- laboratoryFacility for scientific investigation
- synthesizedCombined into unified whole
- artificialMade, not natural
- manufacturedMade by machinery
industrial · compound · ester · phenol · formulated · processed
Producing estrogen effects
- hormonalRelating to body's chemical messengers
- toxicityCapacity to cause harm
- carcinogenCancer-promoting agent
- safetyFreedom from harm
regulation · ban · FDA · studies · research · bioaccumulation · absorption · precautionary
Period before spoilage
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- stabilizerThing ensuring steadiness
inhibitor · bacteria · fungicide · germicide · pathogen · microorganism · spoilage · contamination
Increased responsiveness to stimuli
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
- rednessCrimson-hued state
- itchingIrritating skin sensation
- rashHeedless or skin irritation
eczema · hypersensitivity · intolerance · inflammation · hives · sensitivity
moisturizer
Hydrating skin cream
- shampooLiquid hair cleanser
- conditionerHair-smoothing product
- sunscreenUV-blocking skin cream
lotion · cream · serum · cleanser · toner · foundation · lipstick · mascara · deodorant · skincare
chemical
Substance with defined composition
- laboratoryFacility for scientific investigation
- synthesizedCombined into unified whole
- artificialMade, not natural
manufactured · industrial · compound · ester · phenol · formulated · processed
estrogenic
Producing estrogen effects
- hormonalRelating to body's chemical messengers
- toxicityCapacity to cause harm
- carcinogenCancer-promoting agent
safety · regulation · ban · FDA · studies · research · bioaccumulation · absorption · precautionary
shelf-life
Period before spoilage
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
stabilizer · inhibitor · bacteria · fungicide · germicide · pathogen · microorganism · spoilage · contamination · formulation
sensitization
Increased responsiveness to stimuli
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
- rednessCrimson-hued state
- itchingIrritating skin sensation
rash · eczema · hypersensitivity · intolerance · inflammation · hives · sensitivity
- Cosmetic Ingredientshyaluronic acid, retinol, niacinamide, glycerin, dimethicone
- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- safe materialswater, air, oxygen, cotton, wood
- Esterstriglyceride, triglycerides, diglycerides, monoglyceride, monoglycerides
parabennatural preservative
Spoilage inhibitor from nature
vitamin E · tocopherol · honey · salt · vinegar
parabenparaben-free
Without common cosmetic preservatives
natural · organic · preservative-free · natural ingredients · plant-based