Melanotan

Melanotan is a substance invented for the purpose of:

  • Increase the production of Melanin in human skin
  • Prevent sun-burn and with that also skin-cancer
  • As a “side-effect” was discovered that Melanotan II also works against erectile dysfunction

Melanotan and Melanotan II are both analogs of the peptide hormone alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that induce skin tanning. Unlike Melanotan though, Melanotan II has the additional effect of increasing libido. It has been shown to be up to 1000 more potent than the human melanin producing hormone.

Melanotan II can be administered anytime, activating melanin production before exposure to UV. By using Melanotan II before exposure to sunlight the toxicity of sunburn and the incidence of skin cancer are significantly reduced.

Researchers at the Arizona Cancer Centre at University of Arizona have shown that synthetic alpha-MSH can cause darkening of human skin. With FDA approval, they injected male volunteers with a synthetic version of alpha-MSH, to see if their skin darkened. It worked, raising the possibility of using Melanotan II to induce a suntan without the exposure to UV.

In addition to promoting a sunless tan, research subjects noticed that Melanotan II produced powerful, spontaneous erections, raised the libido, acted as an anti-inflammatory and suppressed the appetite.

Melanotan is created by: The Arizona Cancer Center located at The University of Arizona.

For more information about Melanotan, see melanotan.org

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FleshTek™

FleshTek™ is a proprietary blend of deodorizing and freshening ingredients.

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Ordanone

Ordanone is used in cosmetics to eliminate the after-tan odor.

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

Couture Sport

 

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Butylene Glycol

Butylene Glycol is a petroleum-based humectant that is mostly used in hairsprays and gels. It also functions as an emollient.

Butylene Glycol provides dry, silky feel to skin, and it helps active ingredients penetrate the skin. It is used in cosmetics to keep products from freezing or melting.

Butylene Glycol also functions as a delivery agent. It may be found in facial cleansers, toners, moisturizers, anti-aging formulations, hair conditioners, hairsprays, nail care products, makeup removers, and many other products.

See also: Acetyl-Tyrosine, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Adenosine Triphosphate

http://en.mimi.hu/beauty/butylene_glycol.html

http://ezinearticles.com/ezinepublisher/?id=5022260

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

True To My Love, Jet Setter, Hollywood Bronze, Geisha, Dragon Rose, Diving Dragon, Cross My Heart, Body Shots, Trust Fund Baby, Royalty, Moda Milano, Mirror Mirror Couture, Made 2 B Dark, Lucky and Sexy, LIV, Forever Black, DC Special Reserve, Collagenetics Face Serum, Azure, Strivitox, Pout Couture, Extreme Situation, With Love, White 2 Black, Vertu, Trinity 3, Total Luxury, Surface, Retro Couture, Reborn Couture, Posh Couture, Obsessed, Mon Ame, Lover Perfect, Limited Couture, Hybrid, Hot Mess, Haute Couture, Devoted to Couture, Devoted Code, Cube, Couture Sport Women, Couture Sport, Bleeding Love, Beautiful You, Avant.

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Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol is a compound that is often used in skin creams and sunscreen. It is a colorless, oily liquid that is used as a preservative in cosmetic ingredients.

Phenoxyethanol functions as a solvent, antiseptic, and a fixative for perfumes.

In dermatology, Phenoxyethanol is used to protect the skin and it has healing properties. In perfumery, Phenoxyethanol is used as a stabilizing agent.

Phenoxyethanol may be found in a variety of products, including cosmetics, vaccines, and pharmaceuticals.

See also: Methylparaben, Isopropylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben, Piroctone Olamine.

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-phenoxyethanol.htm

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

True To My Love, Love Kills Slowly, Koi Fish, Jet Setter, I’m Fabulous, Ghost Skull, Dragon Rose, Diving Dragon, Cross My Heart, Body Shots, Sexification, Royalty, Must Have!, Moda Milano, Mirror Mirror Couture, Made 2 B Dark, Lucky and Sexy, LIV, DC Special Reserve, Collagenetics Pre-Therapy Lotion, Collagenetics Exfoliator Scrubm, Azure, Extreme Situation, With Love, White 2 Black, Vertu, Verde, Trinity 3, Total Luxury, Terra, Tanlicious, Sync, Retro Couture, Reborn Couture, Puro, Posh Couture, Obsessed, Lusso, Luffa, Lover Perfect, Love My Couture, Love 4 U, Limited Couture, Legwork, Hybrid, Hot Mess, HIM, Haute Couture, Devoted to Couture, Devoted Code, D3, Cube, Bleeding Love, Beautiful You.

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Isopropylparaben

Isopropylparaben is used as a preservative in cosmetic ingredients. Parabens are derived from para-aminobenzoic acid and they protect cosmetic products from deterioration by preventing the growth of yeast and mold.

Isopropylparaben is commonly found in hair care products, lipsticks, lip balms, mascara, moisturizers, foundations, cleansers, shaving gels, toothpaste, sunscreen and skin care products.

See also: Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben.

http://www.realself.com/ingredient/isopropylparaben

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

True To My Love, Love Kills Slowly, Jet Setter, Ghost Skull, Dragon Rose, Cross My Heart, Body Shots, Sexification,  Royalty, Mirror Mirror Couture, Made 2 B Dark, Lucky and Sexy, LIV, DC Special Reserve, Azure, Extreme Situation, With Love, White 2 Black, Vertu, Trinity 3, Tanlicious, Sync, Reborn Couture, Posh Couture, Obsessed, Love My Couture, Legwork, Hybrid, Hot Mess, Devoted to Couture, Devoted Code, D3, Cube, Bleeding Love.

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Alcohol

Alcohol, also known as ethanol or ethyl alcohol, is a strong smelling, colorless liquid made by fermentation of sugars, but it can also be synthetically produced.

Alcohol functions as anti-foaming agent, solvent, and astringent. It also functions as a viscosity decreasing agent, and antimicrobial agent. Alcohol is also classified as emollient and absorbent.

In cosmetics, Alcohol is used to prevent the growth of microorganisms, and it also has the ability to absorb or soak up liquids.

Alcohol is used in a variety of products, including lotions, makeup, shaving formulations, fragrances, deodorants, hair care products, skin care, and many other products.

See also:

http://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient_details.php?ingredient_id=504

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

Love Kills Slowly, Koi Fish, I’m Fabulous, Ghost Skull, Ed Hardy Tattoo Stick, Ed Hardy Extreme Dark Tanning Oil Spray, Diving Dragon, Cross My Heart, Trust Fund Baby, Tropibronze, Sexification, Royalty, Must Have!, Moda Milano, Mirror Mirror Couture, Made 2 B Dark, Lucky and Sexy, LIV, HIM Shaving Cream, Forever Black, DC Special Reserve, Collagenetics Preparation Spray, Collagenetics Pre-Therapy Lotion, Collagenetics Exfoliator Scrub, Azure, Sunless Couture, Lip Balm Tropical, Lip Balm Strawberry, With Love, White 2 Black, Vertu, Verde, Tropidelic, Total Luxury, Terra, Tanlicious, Retro Couture, Reborn Couture, Puro, Posh Couture, Obsessed, Mon Ame, Luffa, Lover Perfect, Love 4 U, Krem, Hot Mess, HIM, Flex, Devoted to Couture, Devoted Code, Cube, Bleeding Love, Beautiful You, Avant.

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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil

Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil is obtained from the seed of the plant Evening Primarose.

Evening Primrose Oil is used to treat various skin conditions, such as psoriasis, eczema, and acne. It is also effective in treating arthritis, cancer, high cholesterol, alcoholism, asthma, and heart disease.

Evening Primrose Oil contains fatty acids, such as omega-6. This oil strengthen and nourish the hair, and it is an excellent ingredient in cosmetic products that treat damaged skin, and it prevents premature aging of the skin. Evening Primrose Oil revitalizes and smooths the skin, adds moisture, and makes skin flexible.

Evening Primrose Oil is also used in aromatherapy.

Evening Primrose Oil is used in a variety of products, including soaps, hand creams, hair conditioners, hair sprays, shampoos, lipsticks, lip balms, moisturizers, face-masks, anti-aging creams, bath products, body oils, eye creams, and many other products.

See also:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/1006.html

http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail79.php

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

Vertu

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Sea Microalgae

Algae are a large and diverse group of photosynthetic organisms that may be found in most habitats. Microalgae are the group of plankton organisms.

Sea Microalgae contain antioxidants, pigments and vitamins. They are used in cosmetics in emulsions, and they function as a thickening and water-binding agents.

Sea Microalgae have anti-aging properties, and they are used in a variety of anti-aging formulations. Sea Microalgae hydrate the skin, and are used to protect against harmful UV rays.

Some algae have anti-cancer effect, they strengthens immune system, and have anti-inflammatory properties.

Sea Microalgae are used in a variety of cosmetic products.

See also:

http://www.biotecharticles.com/Biotechnology-products-Article/Biotechnology-and-Cosmetics-218.html

http://tuberose.com/Algae.html

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

Haute Couture, Devoted to Couture.

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Laboratory Grade Water

Laboratory Grade Water is purified water that may be produces by a number of techniques, including destillation, microfiltration, ultrafiltration, and many other.

Water has to be pure, so it can be used in laboratories. It is one of the most used solvent in laboratories.

Water is used in a variety of cosmetics and pharmaceutical products.

See also:

http://hubpages.com/hub/Laboratory-Grade-Water

Lotions that contains this ingredient:

Strivitox

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