The skills of interpreting cosmetic ingredients mainly include the following aspects:
Pay attention to the first three ingredients: The ingredients on the cosmetic ingredient list are arranged from high to low in terms of content, so the first three ingredients usually determine the main effects of the product. If you have an allergic reaction to a certain ingredient or want to avoid a specific ingredient, you can decide whether to choose the product by checking the first three ingredients.
Pay attention to ingredients to avoid: Some people are allergic to certain chemical ingredients, such as alcohol, fragrances, etc. In the ingredient list, these ingredients are usually listed at the end. When choosing cosmetics, you should carefully check the entire ingredient list to ensure that the selected product does not contain ingredients that may cause allergies.
Make good use of "functional ingredients": Knowing some "functional ingredients" can help you choose products that are suitable for you. For example, dry skin can choose products containing moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycerin; acne skin can choose products containing ceramide ingredients to improve the condition.
Pay attention to product stabilizers: The cosmetic ingredient list may contain some product stabilizers, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, etc., which can enhance the stability and shelf life of the product. Understanding the role of these ingredients can help you choose more stable cosmetics.
Identify trace ingredients: For trace ingredients with a content of less than or equal to 1%, their order can be arranged in any order, but this does not mean that they have no effect. Understanding the role of these ingredients can help you choose products better.
Use online tools and apps: You can use some online tools and apps to query cosmetic ingredients, such as COSDNA.COM, Beauty Practice, and Transparent Label. These tools can not only list the ingredients, but also mark the specific effects of the ingredients to help you determine whether the product is suitable for your skin type.