Active Ingredients:
- Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linolenic Acid: These are fatty acids that can help maintain the skin’s barrier function.
- Phospholipid, Sphingolipids: Lipids that are important components of the skin’s natural barrier.
- Carnosine: An amino acid with potential antioxidant properties.
- Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG): A polyphenol found in green tea with antioxidant properties.
- Genistein: A soy isoflavone with potential antioxidant properties.
- Sodium Hyaluronate: The sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, known for its hydrating properties.
- Ferulic Acid: An antioxidant that can enhance the effectiveness of other antioxidants.
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra: Licorice root extract, which may have soothing and antioxidant properties.
Other Ingredients:
- Water: The base of the product.
- Cyclopentasiloxane: A silicone-based skin-conditioning agent.
- Glycerin: A humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
- Glycereth-26: An emollient and humectant.
- Polysorbate 20: An emulsifier and surfactant.
- Dimethiconol: A silicone-based skin-conditioning agent.
- Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: A conditioning agent.
- Acetyl Glucosamine: A skin-replenishing and hydrating ingredient.
- Quercetin: A flavonoid with potential antioxidant properties.
- Oenothera Biennis Oil: Evening primrose oil with potential skin-conditioning properties.
- Beta Vulgaris Root Extract: Beet root extract.
- Cucurbita Pepo Seed Extract: Pumpkin seed extract.
- Lecithin: A natural emulsifier.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: An emollient derived from coconut oil.
- Hydrolyzed Corn Starch: A skin-conditioning agent.
- Hydrogenated Lecithin: An emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
- Palmitic Acid: A fatty acid.
- Butylene Glycol: A texture-enhancing ingredient.
- Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer: A thickening agent.
- Xanthan Gum: A thickening agent.
- Laureth-23 and Laureth-4: Emulsifiers and surfactants.
- Aminomethyl Propanol: A pH-adjusting ingredient.
- Disodium EDTA: A chelating agent that helps stabilize products.
- Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid: These are preservatives used to maintain product freshness.
Paula’s Choice Advanced Replenishing Toner does contain Licorice root extract and you can read more about licorice root during pregnancy in our article. It’s always a good practice to consult with a healthcare provider or dermatologist for personalized skincare recommendations during pregnancy, as individual skin sensitivities can vary.