Behind the label

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ANDREA MITAROTONDA
Neal’s Yard Remedies, Peacemarsh, UK-SP8 4EU, Gillimgham, Dorset,
United Kingdom

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What is it?
The ingredient list, or INCI list, can be a real goldmine for those skilled in the art: understanding what other Formulators use when developing a cosmetic product is an interesting part of our job. It is educational as well as insightful.


PANGAEA LABORATORIES: MEDIK8 FULL LASH & BROW DUO

Medik8 Full Lash & Brow Duo is described as a targeted, clear serum that contains active ingredients which help to strengthen eyelashes and eyebrows in a formula designed to provide a lengthening and thickening effect and enhance overall appearance, for healthier, fuller-looking eyelashes and eyebrows.
The product comes in a dual-ended tube comprising a Lash Maximiser, featuring a fine paintbrush and a Brow Enhancer, featuring a shortened mascara wand.
According to the Manufacturer, the product addresses visible signs of eyelash and eyebrow ageing, improves flexibility, moisture and shine, enhances appearance of natural eyelashes and eyebrows, and provides immediate conditioning benefits leading to healthier-looking, more luxurious eyelash and eyebrow definition.
The product is designed to deliver a number of active ingredients, such as peptides and plant extracts.
A combination of two peptides is used to specifically address mechanisms linked to hair loss and growth.
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 generally comes in a hydro-glyceric solution.
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