Water
Aqua
The universal solvent and base of most skincare formulas. Makes up the largest portion of most creams and acts as the carrier for all other ingredients.
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Safety: Generally recognised as safe.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Deionised WaterPurified WaterWaterWater (Aqua)Aqua (Water)AquaAQUA / WATERAqua/Water/EauEAUpurified waterAQUA / WATER / EAU
Functions
💦 Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients and forms the base of the formula.
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