June 22, 2016
The Gloss-ary: Know Your Beauty Terms

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!
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| 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. |
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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. |
| Ascorbic Aid: vitamin C. |
| 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. |
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Azulene: an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent, derived from German chamomile. |

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