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Ingredients starting with U
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Ubiquinone is an antioxidant that helps protect the formula from spoiling over time. It also conditions the skin. On labels it's often called Coenzyme Q-10.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)This is a root bark extract from elm, used as a skin conditioner. It helps keep skin feeling soft and in good condition.
Ulva Australis Extract
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)An extract of the Ulva australis alga that conditions the skin and works as an emollient. That means it softens and smooths skin feel.
Ulva Lactuca
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Ulva Lactuca Extract
Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)An extract of the Ulva lactuca alga used to condition and protect the skin. It helps skin feel soft and forms a supportive layer on its surface.
CAS 97281-59-9
No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)An extract of the Undaria pinnatifida alga that conditions and protects the skin. It helps keep skin feeling soft and adds a protective touch on the surface.
Undecane is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It also helps condition the skin and can give the product an easier spread.
Undecyl Alcohol
Anti-sebum (CosIng functional class)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths skin feel while helping control oil on the skin. It also adds scent and adjusts the product's thickness so it isn't too runny or too stiff.
CAS 112-42-5
Undecylenic Acid
Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)A multi-tasking acid that acts as a preservative and antimicrobial, keeping the formula from spoiling. It also helps oil and water mix, aids cleansing, and adds fragrance.
CAS 112-38-9
Undecylenoyl Glycine
Anti-seborrheic (CosIng functional class)Anti-sebum (CosIng functional class)Deodorant (masks or reduces odor)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)A multi-tasker that helps oil and water mix for cleansing and works to keep oil and microbes in check. It also acts as a deodorant and conditions hair.
CAS 54301-26-7
Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine
Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)A skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.
CAS 175357-18-3
Urea
Antistatic (reduces static)Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Urea is a multitasker that draws in and holds moisture in the product and on skin. It also conditions the skin, helps keep static down, and steadies the formula's acidity. In short, it keeps things hydrated and balanced.
Works as a buffering agent, helping steady the formula's acidity level. It also conditions the skin, keeping it soft.
CAS 69-93-2
This is a skin-conditioning ingredient that also adds scent. It helps soften and smooth the skin's feel while contributing to the product's fragrance.
CAS 77-52-1
Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract
Anti-seborrheic (CosIng functional class)Astringent (CosIng functional class)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)Tonic (CosIng functional class)An extract from nettle that conditions skin and hair and works as an astringent, giving a tightening, toning effect. It's also listed for soothing and tonic roles in the formula.
CAS 84012-40-8