Dr.ForHair Folligen Tonic Versus Some By Mi Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic

Dr.ForHair Folligen Tonic Versus Some By Mi Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic

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Key Ingredients

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Water

Alcohol

Glycerin

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Biotin

Ceramide NP

Panthenol

Propanediol

Adenosine

Mentha Piperita Oil

Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract

Allantoin

Ganoderma Lucidum Extract

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Caffeic Acid

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Ecklonia Cava Extract

Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract

Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract

Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Sophora Flavescens Extract

Caprylyl Glycol

Lecithin

1,2-Hexanediol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Polysorbate 80

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Disodium EDTA

Citric Acid

Sodium Citrate

Parfum

Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Biotin, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Propanediol, Adenosine, Mentha Piperita Oil, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Allantoin, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Caffeic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Sophora Flavescens Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 80, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Parfum

Alcohol Denat.

Menthol

Tromethamine

Salicylic Acid

Butylene Glycol

Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract

Mentha Viridis Extract

Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract

Glycine Max Seed Extract

Nigella Sativa Seed Extract

Oryza Sativa Extract

Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract

Sesamum Indicum Sprout Extract

Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract

Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract

Hydrolyzed Centella Asiatica Extract

Madecassoside

Madecassic Acid

Asiaticoside

Asiatic Acid

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Leonurus Sibiricus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Water, Alcohol Denat., Menthol, Tromethamine, Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Biotin, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Nigella Sativa Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Sesamum Indicum Sprout Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Leonurus Sibiricus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.

It is a:

Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin

Emollient, helping to soften skin

Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas

Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives

Biotin is a B vitamin that is naturally produced by our bodies. It is also called Vitamin H.

Our bodies use biotin in the metabolism process. It also helps our bodies use enzymes and move nutrients around. A biotin deficiency can lead to brittle hair and nails.

More research is needed on applying biotin topically. However, taking biotin orally has been shown to help nourish the skin, hair, and nails. They play a role in forming skin-hydrating fatty acids.

Biotin is water-soluble. It can be found in foods such as fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, and meat. Vitamin H stands for "haar" and "haut". These are the German words for hair and skin.

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.

Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.

Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).

Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:

The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.

Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.

Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.

There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.

D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.

Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):

Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.

This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

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