Waso color-smart day moisturizer oil-free spf 30 sunscreen

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Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
cyclopentasiloxane A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absord oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin	6.7% - 8.2%
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating	4.8% - 5.9%
alcohol Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties	3.2% - 3.9%
titanium dioxide Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin	3.3% - 4%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	2.1% - 2.6%
methyl methacrylate crosspolymer Helps thicken the product consistency	1.7% - 2.1%
dimethicone A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish	1.6% - 1.9%
peg-10 dimethicone A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss	1.2% - 1.5%
titanium dioxide Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin	1.2% - 1.5%
polybutylene glycol/ppg-9/1 copolymer	0.6% - 0.9%
polymethylsilsesquioxane A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss	0.55% - 0.85%
talc Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish	0.65% - 1%
erythritol Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin	0.35% - 0.65%
aluminum hydroxide Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)	0.4% - 0.65%
silica Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin	0.55% - 0.8%
trehalose A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin	0.3% - 0.55%
stearic acid Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient	0.45% - 0.7%
disteardimonium hectorite A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency	0.25% - 0.45%
peg/ppg-17/4 dimethyl ether Helps to create a nice product texture	0.25% - 0.45%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.2% - 0.4%
ci 77492 A colorant. Usually well-tolerated	0.2% - 0.4%
trimethylsiloxysilicate A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients	0.2% - 0.4%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.2% - 0.4%
mica Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light	0.2% - 0.4%
butylene glycol Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin	0.2% - 0.35%
trisodium edta Helps preserve product formulations	0.2% - 0.35%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.2% - 0.35%
ci 77491 A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating	0.2% - 0.35%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.2% - 0.35%
isostearic acid Used to create a nice product texture	0.3% - 0.55%
betaine Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture	0.2% - 0.35%
caffeine Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes	0.2% - 0.35%
phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time	0.25% - 0.45%
polyester-1	0.25% - 0.4%
silica dimethyl silylate Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.25% - 0.4%
dipeptide-15	0.2% - 0.35%
alumina The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products	0.3% - 0.55%
triethoxycaprylylsilane A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation	0.2% - 0.35%
hydrogen dimethicone Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation	0.25% - 0.45%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.2% - 0.35%
hexyl cinnamal A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant	0.2% - 0.35%
butylphenyl methylpropional A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating	0.2% - 0.35%
benzyl benzoate Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating	0.2% - 0.35%
bht A preservative	0.2% - 0.35%
linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.15% - 0.3%
eriobotrya japonica leaf protoplasts	0.15% - 0.3%
paeonia albiflora root extract	0.15% - 0.3%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.2%
lamium album flower/leaf/stem extract	0.15% - 0.25%
citrus junos seed extract	0.15% - 0.3%
tocopherol Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself	0.15% - 0.3%
eriobotrya japonica leaf extract Plant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin	0.1% - 0.2%
benzoic acid A preservative	0.15% - 0.3%
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Why is Waso being discontinued?

Waso will continue to be sold in other global markets. THE WHY? The brand, aimed as an entry-level skincare range for a younger demographic, is said to fall out of line with Shiseido's long-term strategy of focussing on premium skincare market, which accounts for 70 percent of its business.

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