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Rescue Balm

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Silicone
Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Fungal acne trigger
Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate

Key ingredientsPeptides

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Water/Aqua/Eau

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  3. 3DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  4. 4Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  5. 5Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

    Rich, nourishing plant butter. Great for dry skin.

  6. 6Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  7. 7Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  8. 8Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

    Gives the product its texture.

  9. 9Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

  10. 10Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  11. 11Silica Dimethyl Silylate
  12. 12TriethoxycaprylylsilaneSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  13. 13Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  14. 14Pantolactone

    A hydrating relative of panthenol (B5).

  15. 15Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

  16. 16Copper Tripeptide-1

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

  17. 17Trihydroxystearin
  18. 18Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3
  19. 19Polyglyceryl-3 OleateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  20. 20Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  21. 21Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
  22. 22Stearalkonium Hectorite
  23. 23Aluminum Hydroxide
  24. 24Magnesium Sulfate

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  25. 25Propylene Carbonate
  26. 26Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate
  27. 271,2-Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  28. 28Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  29. 29Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)

    Mineral UV filter (also used as a white pigment).