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The Gloss-ary: Know Your Beauty Terms
The Gloss-ary: Know Your Beauty Terms
June 22, 2016
What are free radical scavengers anyway? We thought you might like to find out. Check it out in our handy, dandy gloss-ary, you just may learn sometime new!
Acne: an inflammatory eruption of the skin.
Acrylic: has moisture barrier as well as waterproofing, water repelling properties.
Acupressure: a therapeutic technique using pressure on specific parts of the body to relieve pain.
Acupuncture: a technique inserting special needles into particular parts of the body to treat disease or pain.
Age spots: a darkly pigmented (colored) area on the skin that occurs with age. Caused by sun exposure.
Alkaline: any non-acid substance with a pH greater than 7.
Almond Oil: vegetable oil derived from almonds with softening properties. Used in cosmetics.
Allantoin: a botanical extract said to heal and soothe. Used in creams and topical preparations for the skin.
Aloe Vera : an emollient resin with hydrating/softening properties.
Alpha hydroxy: an active substance with exfoliating and emollient properties.
Althea: botanical root said to have emollient and soothing capabilities for skin.
Ammonium persulfate: used in deodorants and disinfectants; also used as a bleaching agent in some hair and skin cosmetics.
Antioxidant: substance that helps to protect against the effects of environmental damage.
Arnica: a botanical with antiseptic, astringent, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Used in homeopathy to reduce bruising and swelling.
Aromatherapy: any treatment using aromas or odors to enhance well-being.
Astringent: toner helpful in controlling surface oils and in lowering the pH after cleansing.
Ayurveda: a method of natural healing originated in India including elements of meditation, yoga, nutrition, massage therapy and herbal treatments.
Azulene: an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent, derived from German chamomile.
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