Magic has been a popular theme in literature and media for centuries, and one of the most iconic examples of a magical universe is the Lord of the Rings. However, there are numerous other magical universes that exist beyond Tolkien's creation. One such example is the Harry Potter universe, created by J.K. Rowling. This magical world is set in modern times and features a hidden society of witches and wizards who attend a school of magic called Hogwarts.
If you have had bad experiences with Silicones in the past, or suspect they are problematic then look out for the tick on the Silicone-free label.
The EU s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety SCCS has identified and established 26 cosmetic ingredients that are likely contact allergens potential to cause skin allergies as demonstrated in clinical or epidemiological studies. The EU s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety SCCS has identified and established 26 cosmetic ingredients that are likely contact allergens potential to cause skin allergies as demonstrated in clinical or epidemiological studies.
This magical world is set in modern times and features a hidden society of witches and wizards who attend a school of magic called Hogwarts. The Harry Potter universe is expansive, with intricate world-building and a complex magical system that includes spells, potions, and magical creatures. Another well-known magical universe is that of The Chronicles of Narnia, created by C.
Magic Finish
Parabens are a large group of preservatives which are used to prevent bacteria growing in cosmetic formulations. There has been some healthy controversy surrounding them due to a few studies finding paraben presence in breast tumours and breast tissue. However, the majority of the scientific community have deemed these findings non-conclusive due to the limitations of these studies. There's still a lot of support for avoiding parabens following the better safe than sorry route. If you do we completely support you! If you are concerned about the health safety of parabens, then feel free to avoid them by looking out for the Paraben-Free icon. If not, don't worry about it - they do have had one of the longest safety records as preservatives!
Which Ingredients are classified as Paraben?
A product will be paraben-free if it does not contain any of the following parabens:
- Sodium Isobutylparaben
- Sodium Ethylparaben
- Sodium Butylparaben
- Propylparaben
- Isopropylparaben
- Isobutylparaben
- Sodium Propylparaben
- Butylparaben
- Ethylparaben
- Sodium Methylparaben
- Methylparaben
Sulfate-Free
M. Asam Magic Finish is free from SkinCarisma flagged Sulfates
Understanding Sulfates
Sulfates are a large group of ingredients which act as cleansing agents in Cosmetics. They help loosen up the dirt and grime from your skin and hair to allow for water to wash it away with ease. However some sulfates are so good at their job, they can wash off your skin’s own natural oils that keep it moisturised and protected which can lead to dryness and irritation. Most people will find no issues with sulfate, however if you find your skin doesn't like sulfates then free feel to avoid them by looking out for the sulfate-free icon on Skincarisma.
Which ingredients are classified as sulfates?
We've taken the Sulfates which are considered more harsh for our Sulfate-Free status. A product will be Sulfate-Free if it does not contain any of the following Sulfates:
- TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
- Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
- PEG-15 Cocamine
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
- Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
- Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
- Ammonium Xylenesulfonate
- Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
- Sodium Xylenesulfonate
- Sodium Myreth Sulfate
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Alcohol-Free
M. Asam Magic Finish is free from SkinCarisma flagged Alcohols
Understanding Simple Alcohols
Alcohol ingredients are widely used in cosmetics and come in different types. For the most part alcohols are not problematic at all. However one type of alcohols, simple alcohols can be quite drying to the skin because it evaporates very quickly. This can cause irritation which can also lead to other skin complications. These alcohols should never be used alone on your skin, but combined with other cosmetic ingredients, they are normally without issue. However, for some people with sensitive and easily irritable skin, avoiding products with these simple alcohols may be beneficial. If you find your skin doesn't like these simple alcohols, then free feel to avoid them by looking out for the Alcohol-Free icon.
Which Ingredients are classified as Alcohol?
A product will be alcohol-free if it does not contain any of the following alcohol ingredients:
- SD Alcohol
- Alcohol Denat
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Alcohol
Silicone-Free
M. Asam Magic Finish contains a SkinCarisma flagged Silicone
Understanding Silicones
If you've ever used a skincare, makeup or beauty product that's made your skin look and feel smoother tempoarily - it's likely contained Silicone. They are a popular class of ingredients found in cosmetics due to their smooth, soft, easy-to-spread and smooth properties that help creates an artificial layer/barrier on top of skin or hair (commonly found in conditioners).
For the same reasons they are popularly used, they are also commonly avoided. Anecdotally, many individuals have reported that Silicones cause/excerbate breakouts, irritation, cause a feeling of skin being unable to breathe, cause clumping of cosmetic products and find it difficult to wash off. As a result, those who find them problematic are avoiding them and increasingly, cosmetic companies are avoiding them as well.
If you have had bad experiences with Silicones in the past, or suspect they are problematic then look out for the tick on the Silicone-free label.
Disclaimer
The Silicone-free label only includes the most common Silicone ingredients that have indentified been reported by individuals that could potentially cause issues.
These include: Amodimethicone, Behenoxy Dimethicone, Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Cetearyl Methicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Copolyol, Dimethiconol, Methicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Stearoxy Dimethicone, Stearyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsilylamodimethicone.
Note, that this does not include all ingredients part of the Silicone class of ingredients.
Got it!EU Allergen-Free
M. Asam Magic Finish is free from SkinCarisma flagged Allergens
Understanding the Identified Contact Allergens
The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has identified and established 26 cosmetic ingredients that are likely contact allergens (potential to cause skin allergies) as demonstrated in clinical or epidemiological studies. The EU's SCCS have recommend cosmetic companies to disclose them on the labels if used and in cases where the concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products, then they must be labelled.
Look out for the tick on the EU-Allergen free label to know your cosmetic is free from any of the 26 identified cosmetic ingredients.
For more information regarding the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety, please visit their official website.
Disclaimer
The EU Allergen Free label is for the 26 ingredients identified by the EU SCCS and products will be only flagged if a suspected ingredient is on it's ingredient list. It is possible for cosmetics to contain one of the suspect ingredients without it appearing on the ingredient list due to it not reaching the concentration threshold to disclose it and cosmetic manufacturers choice to not disclose it.
Also note, the EU Allergen Free label is not personalized for your own allergies you may have and it does not constitute as medical advice. For your specific case, always consult your medical professiona such as dermatologist, physician, pharmacist, or health care provider - please read our medical disclaimer for more information.
Got it!Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe
M. Asam Magic Finish is free from SkinCarisma flagged potentially Fungal-Acne feeding Ingredients
Understanding Fungal Acne (Pityrosporum Folliculitis/Malassezia Folliculitis)
Pityrosporum Folliculitis/Malassezia folliculitis or simply known as Fungal Acne is a persistent acne-like condition that commonly responds poorly to traditional acne-treating methods. Unlike most cases of Acne where bacteria is the culprit, Fungi is the culprit of Fungal Acne (Hence the name!). There are certain classes & groups of ingredients that have been shown to promote and feed the growth of the Fungal Acne, Fungi such as fatty acids, oils, esters, polysorbates and fermented ingredients.
For more information regarding Fungal Acne, please visit Simple Skincare Science (f.c) - #3 of our Recommend Skincare Resources for an amazing comprehensive guide!
Please Read: How to use the Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Label
At SkinCarisma, we've done our best to identify as many ingredients as possible but note the fungal-free label may not be 100% accurate due to the complexconditions and combination of ingredients that malezzeria can thrive on.
Additionally, products that may contain ingredients that have shown to feed Malassezia may not neccessarily exacerbate the condition due to concentration of ingredient used in the product, this information is simply not available on the products.
As a result, please note this is only an experimental label that can be best used to possible identify problematic products you have used in the past. It is in no way a perfect identifier nor a predictor in whether or not it will exacerbate or cause fungal acne. It will continue to be worked on as more information and research comes to light.
If you find any ingredients you believe should be included, please email us at [email protected].
Disclaimer
Due to the lack of substantial research into this area it is very likely there are other ingredients and class/groups of ingredients that could feed Fungal Acne which have not been indentified.
The Fungal-Safe label does not constitute as medical advice. For your specific case, always consult your medical professiona such as dermatologist, physician, pharmacist, or health care provider - please read our medical disclaimer for more information.
Look out for the tick on the EU-Allergen free label to know your cosmetic is free from any of the 26 identified cosmetic ingredients.
S. Lewis. In this series, a group of children stumble upon a magical wardrobe that leads to the land of Narnia, a world full of talking animals, mythical creatures, and powerful magic. The Chronicles of Narnia explores themes of good versus evil and the power of belief. Another magical universe worth mentioning is the world of A Song of Ice and Fire, created by George R.R. Martin. This series, also known as Game of Thrones, is set in a medieval-inspired fantasy world where magic is gradually returning after a long absence. The magic in this universe is often mysterious and dangerous, with powerful sorcerers, dragons, and ancient prophecies. The Discworld series by Terry Pratchett is another magical universe that offers a humorous and satirical take on fantasy. The Discworld is a flat, disc-shaped world that rests on the back of four elephants, which in turn stand on the back of a giant turtle. This universe is filled with wizards, witches, and various magical creatures, and it humorously explores themes of religion, politics, and morality. These are just a few examples of the many magical universes that exist beyond the Lord of the Rings. Each of these universes offers its own unique take on magic and explores different themes and ideas. Whether it's the hidden magical world of Harry Potter, the mythical and allegorical realm of Narnia, the political intrigue of Westeros, or the satirical Discworld, there is a magical universe out there for every reader to explore and enjoy..
Reviews for "Magic Beyond Frodo: Exploring Other Fantasy Worlds"
1. John Smith - 2 stars - Magic univrrses byond lprd of thw ings was a disappointment for me. The story felt confused and unfocused, juggling too many characters and plotlines without giving any of them enough depth or development. The writing style was also lacking, with clunky dialogue and awkward transitions. I had high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it just didn't deliver.
2. Emily Johnson - 1 star - I really didn't enjoy Magic univrrses byond lprd of thw ings. The world-building was weak, with little explanation or context for the magic system or the rules of the universe. The characters were also poorly developed, with no clear motivations or depth. The pacing was slow, and I found it difficult to stay engaged with the story. Overall, it was a frustrating and unsatisfying read for me.
3. Michael Brown - 2 stars - I found Magic univrrses byond lprd of thw ings to be a tedious read. The plot was convoluted and difficult to follow, jumping back and forth between different storylines without enough clarity or coherence. The writing style was also lackluster, with repetitive phrases and overly descriptive passages that slowed the pace even further. I struggled to connect with the characters or care about their fates. Overall, it was a forgettable and uninspiring book for me.
4. Sarah Thompson - 3 stars - Magic univrrses byond lprd of thw ings had potential, but it fell short for me. The concept was intriguing, but the execution was lacking. The pacing was inconsistent, with long periods of slow development followed by rushed and confusing action scenes. The dialogue was often stilted, and the characters felt underdeveloped. While I appreciated the attempt at creating a unique world, it ultimately failed to captivate me or hold my interest.