The world of skincare is full of promises: anti-aging, glow, detox, "clean beauty." But many cosmetic products contain ingredients that are anything but skin-friendly—some irritate, others clog pores, and still others have hormonal effects or disrupt the microbiome.

🚫 Why critical INCIs pose a risk

• Skin irritations, redness, over-care
• Disturbed skin barrier & microbiome
• clogged pores → impurities, perioral dermatitis
• hormonal imbalances (e.g. due to hormone-active UV filters)

Many of these substances are cheap, easy to preserve and improve texture in the short term – but in the long term, skin health suffers.

📊 Table: Problematic INCIs – Effect & Risk

🔬 Particularly critical: Hormonally active ingredients

Some UV filters and preservatives are suspected of having endocrine (hormonal) effects:

• Octinoxate (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate)
• Homosalates
• Oxybenzone
• Triclosan
• BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)

These substances are partially restricted in the EU and Switzerland and are being intensively investigated.

🧴 Clogged pores & over-conditioning

Many skin problems such as enlarged pores, acne or late-onset acne are caused by substances that clog the pores – especially when combined with emulsifiers or silicones.

Particularly comedogenic:

• Isopropyl Myristate
• Mineral oil / Vaseline
• Dimethicone
• lanolin
• Cetyl Palmitate (in high doses)

✅ What you definitely won't find at BEAUÉTAL

• PEGs, silicones, mineral oil
• Hormonally active UV filters
• Synthetic fragrances and dyes
• Microplastics & acrylate copolymers
• Drying alcohols

Instead, we rely on: bioactive plant extracts, molecular hyaluronic acid, microsilver, alkaline toners, mild surfactants, plant lipids and prebiotic hydrolates.

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👩⚕️ Conclusion: Less is more

If you want healthy, resilient skin, you should not only pay attention to active ingredients – but also to what is not in them.

❗ Reading INCI lists saves skin health.
❌ PEGs, silicones, hormone-active UV filters, etc. have no place in modern skin care.

✨ BEAUÉTAL stands for true natural performance – without compromise. Professional clean skin care. True nature with a kiss.