Lush Aurora Borealis

Lush Aurora Borealis
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Review

Results you may expect from using Lush Aurora Borealis:

Lush Aurora Borealis is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
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Ingredients explained

Sucrose
Est. %45
Function
Origin
This ingredient is more commonly known as table sugar or saccharose and is derived from sugar beets or sugar cane. It is used as a humectant moisturizing ingredient in skincare products, as well as a sweetener.
Sodium Bicarbonate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
A sodium salt that increases pH and removes dead skin cells.
Potassium Bitartrate
Est. %11
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Description is coming soon
Sodium Chloride
Est. %6
Function
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You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Starch
Est. %4
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Description is coming soon
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Est. %3
Function
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Description is coming soon
Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.
Mentha Spicata Herb Oil
Est. %1
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Description is coming soon
Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Stem Powder
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
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A mildly cleansing ingredient derived from coconut. It also produces the foam that tells us our soap is actually working to remove dirt and oils.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
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A multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A synthetic fragrance ingredient used to recreate the scent of lilies, this ingredient also features fresh, green, and powdery notes. Butylphenyl Methylpropional was recently labeled as Toxic to Reproduction in the EU and will be banned in 2022.
Citral
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Red 33 (CI 17200)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Also known as D&C Red 33 or Acid Red 33, this ingredient is a synthetic azo used to color skincare products. It produces a cool red hue, with undertones of blue that lead to a hint of purple.
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A synthetic dye commonly known as Brilliant Blue FCF that produces rich blue colors for various cosmetic uses. FD&C Blue #1 can also be found in foods, medications, and dietary supplements, as it is considered non-toxic and safe for use.
Yellow 10 (CI 47005)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Red 27 (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Red 27 Lake (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Red 28 (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
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One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A bright yellow colorant that is often also listed as FD&C Yellow 5.
Orange 4 (CI 15510)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon
Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
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Description is coming soon