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Acne is another term for a blemish or a pimple that occurs in the skin. It is usually more prevalent in oily skin. Severe acne causes cysts and infected abscesses. Individuals experiencing severe acne may be helped by a dermatologist.
Acne is an inflammatory skin disease that’s made evident by pimples that can appear on almost any part of the body, but are usually on the face.
"Adolescence" refers to the physiological transition from childhood to adulthood. Adolescence ranges roughly from 11-18 years of age. Hormonal changes that occur during adolescence can cause oil glands in the skin to become overactive, and become prone to breakouts.
Extracted from a plant, is used in creams and skin preparation to heal and soothe.
Testing conducted on ARTISTRY products to ensure that the products do not cause new allergic reactions in customers. The tests are conducted by independent third party clinical laboratories.
A natural plant extract from the Aloe Vera plant which has a variety of skin conditioning effects, including moisturizing. Aloe also aids in healing. Aloe is commonly used in skin creams, lotions and skin cleansers as well as sanitizers and other skin and hair care products.
Is a compound expressed from the leaf of the aloe plant, which is a South African lily like plant. A moisture storehouse for enzymes, vitamins, proteins, and minerals that support skin functions, Aloe Vera helps maintain the skin's moisture balance and stimulates blood circulation. Tightens and rejuvenates skin leaving it silky feeling.
AHA is hailed internationally as a ‘wonder’ ingredient originally derived from fruits (the original name ‘Fruit Acids’), they revolutionized the skincare industry worldwide when they were introduced in products in 1990 as they could be utilized in multiple ways. These substances are weak hygroscopic acids that absorb moisture from the atmosphere and also help in exfoliation (removal) of dead cells on the surface layer of the skin. The result is dramatic, these products reduce the fine lines of the skin and make the skin more smooth and firm. They also help to remove blemishes at the same time moisturising and protecting. Your skin immediately looks fresher, radiant and more luminous. These products can only remove superficial lines and wrinkles which appear at young age but cannot act as a cure at middle/advanced age hence cannot be called an anti-aging or age defying treatment.
Every living cell in the body contains protein and cannot function properly without it. Approximately 80 amino acids are found in nature; only 20 are necessary for human metabolism. Some must be supplied by food and are called "essential". Amino acids are rapidly absorbed in the blood stream, and in combination with vitamins, provide essential nutrients to a wound area to promote healing.
Antioxidants protect vital cell structures by neutralizing molecules called “free radicals” which are unstable molecules produced from sources like air pollution, radiation and peroxides.
A natural exfoliant especially when finely ground.
Herbal extract made from the dried flowers of a mountain-loving plant. Has reviving and firming qualities.
An herbal remedy for external treatment of injuries to skin and tissue and slow healing wounds. Excellent for pale skin and has very good anti-inflammatory action.
The pleasing odor, many times recognizable, given off by a substance.
Acid occurring naturally in many fruits. Also known as vitamin C. Used as a preservative in food and cosmetics. Nontoxic and not a skin irritant.
Commonly known as toner, it controls oily skin and lowers the pH of the face after cleansing. Basically it draws tissues together.
Avocado Oil is one of the most penetrating oils. Technically, the avocado is a fruit and the oil is mechanically pressed out of the dehydrated, thinly sliced fruit. Avocado Oil if unrefined is a pale or olive green. Clear Avocado Oil has been bleached pale yellow Avocado Oil has been refined. Unrefined Avocado Oil will have strong, green aroma and is rich in Vitamin A and D as well as lecithin, potassium and chlorophyll. It is very moisturizing oil and especially beneficial for rash, eczema, mature skin, parched skin and aging skin.
A paper-thin layer at the top of the epidermis that provides the skin's protective functions. It is referred as the stratum corneum.
It is one of the B vitamins that assists in dermatitis and hair loss.
The plug of a clogged oil gland (pore) exposed to the surface of the skin with a black tip. Easily visible.
Pimples that occur in the skin
A thorough mixture of two or more substances so that neither is distinguishable from the other. In makeup application, shading.
The capillaries are the smallest blood vessels you can find in your body. Their job is to distribute nutrients and oxygenated blood to the tissues of your body, and remove deoxygenated blood and cellular waste from the tissues back into the veins.
A non-oily product applied to the skin to moisturize, soothe and scent. Can be stored in a tube or bottle.
Booster products provide special care for the skin by targeting specific concerns.
Any substance acquired from plants which has medicinal or similar uses.
Broad-spectrum sunscreens contain ingredients that protect against 2 types of UV radiation: UVA rays and UVB rays. UVB rays are shorter rays that are known to burn the skin while UVA rays are longer rays that can penetrate deeper and lead to premature aging of the skin. It is imperative to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays.
A pink powder that is made of zinc oxide with a small amount of ferric oxide. It is used in lotions, ointments, and liniments. It is a customary mixture that is soothing and healing to the skin. It is great for itchy rashes such as poison ivy. It is natural but some formulas contain phenol which can cause poisoning when applied to the skin. A blend of natural calamine and aloe vera is a good, pure skin treatment for burns, rashes, and insect bites.
Marigolds are the source for this wonderful emollient oil which has a soothing effect on skin.
Distilled from the wood, roots and branches of an evergreen tree native to China and Japan. Used to treat acne, inflammation, oily conditions, spots
A herbal wax. It is used in lipsticks, in creams, and as a replacement for rubber.
An oil liquid made by the oxidation of octanol for use in perfumery. Occurs naturally in palm and coconut oil.
Used in many cosmetics and toothpastes as a thickener. It can cause eye irritation.
Develops in plants and in the bodies of plant-eating animals. They are precursors to vitamin A.
Rich in vitamins and minerals, this oil has many antiseptic properties. Smoothes and tones skin. Used for skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis and rashes.
The process by which skin cells are born at the base of the epidermis and slowly move upward until they form a paper-thin barrier at the top of the epidermis. This indispensable new barrier guards against moisture loss and environmental damage.
Ceramides make up the bulk of the lipid layer which holds the skin’s cells together in a firm, smooth structure. They maintain the moisture retention ability of the skin. A drop in the level of ceramides results in the skin becoming dry and hard, laeding in turn to fine lines and wrinkles. If the body loses it’s ability to supply ceramides your skin looses it’s structure and texture. Synthesized skin-identical ceramides became commercially available in the 1990s. there are several types of ceramides and they visibly reverse the signs of aging even in severe cases.
A daisy like plant. Extracted from the white and yellow heads chamomile flowers is used as an excellent skin soother and anti-inflammatory agent. Reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucous membranes, Chamomile is used extensively in professional skin care products for its essential oil called azulene. Helpful in calming eczema and allergic reactions, Chamomile is used in many hair care products to enhance color. It acts as an emollient, anti-inflammatory skin soothing agent and provides antioxidation.
Co-enzyme Q10 has two important roles: it is an essential part of the cellular respiration system located in the mitochondria, and it is an antioxidant. CoQ10 improves both the rate and efficiency of energy production in the cells, including the skin and at the same time protects mitchondria from free radicals. CoQ10 is sometimes called a “biomarker of aging” because its level correlates so well with aging.
In most people over thirty, levels of CoQ10 in the skin is below optimum, resulting in lesser ability to produce collagen, elastin and other important skin molecules. CoQ10 depleted skin may also be more prone to damage by free radicals, which are particularly abundant with exposure of the skin to the elements. Thus, CoQ10 may boost skin repair and regeneration. Furthermore, CoQ10 is a small molecule that can relatively easily penetrate into the skin cells
A fibrous protein found in skin, bone, cartilage, tendon and other connective tissues.
A person has combination skin if they have more than one type of skin on the face—that is, oily skin on their "T-zone" or forehead, nose and chin, and dry or normal skin type on their cheeks.
Dandruff: A chronic noninflammatory scaling of the scalp. The absence of inflammation sets dandruff apart from other scaling conditions of the scalp, namely, psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. Dandruff can be confused with dry scalp. Dry scalp is caused by drying conditions. Wind, indoor heat, sap moisture from the scalp, causing flaking. Dandruff is the result of accelerated cell turnover and people with oily scalps tend to suffer most from dandruff. The dandruff test: brush or shake hair over dark paper. If you see powdery flakes, it's dry scalp. If you see clumps, you may have dandruff.
Loss of water/moisture from the body or skin.
Clinical tests performed under the supervision of an independent third party dermatologist.
The middle layer of the skin where collagen, elastin, hyluronic acid, protoglycans, blood capillaries, hair follicles, sweat and oil glands are found.
These artificial soaps may be made with a variety of chemicals and are frequently not biodegradable.
Gives a smooth feel to a cosmetic cream or lotion. Various allergic reactions and internal problems make them questionable as cosmetic ingredients. Although they're still widely used, they should be avoided. Many herbal oils, such as vegetable glycerin, can easily replace this chemical.
Skin with very little moisture. People with dry skin typically have fine pores and few-to-no blemishes. Dry skin will feel parched and tight, especially after cleansing.
A skin inflammation characterized by itching, scaling, and redness of the skin. Eczema should be treated by a dermatologist.
An artificial chemical that is used as an antioxidant and as a "complexing" agent in shampoos, which means that it binds metallic irons so that the surfactants can work more effectively.
Elastin is a natural protein found in the dermis, or middle layer of the skin. Along with collagen, elastin provides strength to the skin, giving it its form, shape and elasticity.
Typically a mixture of oils that smoothes, softens, reduces roughness, cracking and irritation of the skin.
A stable combination of oil and water phases accomplished with the use of surfactants
The uppermost layer of the skin where cell renewal takes place.
EFAs are part of the lipid layer, and help maintain the suppleness and elasticity of skin. These fats have long been known to be necessary for the body’s functioning, their deficiency results in the skin losing moisture and leading to hardening and drying. Only recently, however has their role in skin care become clearly understood. Essential Fatty Acids along with Ceramides, Oxidants, Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Vitamin A & E work harmoniously to ensure that the skin is nourished from deep within. They are now important constituent of products for intensive skincare.
Essential oils have a long tradition of providing a variety of therapeutic benefits. Many of these traditionally known benefits have been confirmed through modern scientific research. The use of essential oils in a cosmetic will have an antiseptic and antimicrobial action, as well as a healing and soothing effect on the skin. Essential oils help the skin and hair detoxify, drain, heal and regenerate.
Essential Oils are readily absorbed through the skin and hair follicles and carried to all parts of the body, having an effect, which can last from a few hours to a few days.
Stimulating and antiseptic oil. Aids in the formation of healthy skin tissue. Veryhealing
A natural process that removes dulling dead cells from the skin's surface and keeps skin looking fresh and young.
Acquired from animal fat, oil seeds, or fruit pulp. They are used as lotion or salve in cosmetics. They can be solid, semisolid, or liquid.
Organic oils found in vegetable and animal fats. Excellent skin emollients and an important part of the diet.
The Food and Drug Administration. The federal agency responsible for managing the safety and strength of all foods and drugs, and cosmetics sold in the US.
Sweet pleasing odor used to enhance products of all kinds, especially in the beauty industry. May be used in differing concentrations for various products.
No added fragrances; just the natural aroma of the ingredients.
Free radicals are highly reactive, unstable molecules that cause damage to healthy cells and lead to premature aging.
Found in various fruits and herbs. They are used in masks and moisturizers for their ability to moisturize and exfoliate the skin. Fruit acids are used in concentrations as low as .25% and as high as 8%. The higher concentrations increase the "heat" of the product and the peeling action. It can also cause skin irritation in some people.
Each human has an estimated 90,000 genes. Genes are found in DNA and determine the characteristics that a person inherits from his/her parents. For example, a person's genes determine the amount melanin in the skin and the amount of sebum naturally produced by the skin.
Originally from Asia, ginkgo biloba is known for its great revitalizing, stimulating and firming qualities. A powerful Antioxidant that has detoxifying qualities. Found to improve circulation by helping to increase healthy blood flow to skin. Known for it’s anti-aging properties that give a healthier, rosy, younger looking skin.
An effective natural moisturizer at low concentrations; glycerin is a humectant and at higher concentrations attracts moisture from the environment. Commonly used in skin creams, locations, skin cleansers. Helps condition the skin.
A natural bactericide, preserver and stabilizer. Both a tonic and astringent.
Anti-carcinogenic. Contains polyphenolic antioxidants which play an important role in the prevention of cell damage. Has a soothing and moisturizing effect.
The sacs in the skin from which hair grows.
Particularly used in medicine, cosmetics, or foods. A plant without woody tissue that withers and dies after flowering.
The fragrance blend from the herbaceous family of plant life. This is a fresh scent that can be used successfully in shampoos and body products.
Artificial chemical that is used to replace the phenolic compounds that are used in sunscreens.
Chemicals found naturally in the body that control processes like growth and metabolism. As we age, hormonal changes may cause the skin to become oilier during the teen years and drier in the late twenties and early thirties.
Horse Chestnut Extract (HCE) and it’s primary active constituent, escin, exert several beneficals affects on the circulatory system. HCE is a veinotonic (tonifies the veins) and helps reduce fluid accumulation in the tissues. It has been shown to reduce leg circumference and volume in individuals with excessive fluid accumulation in these tissues. HCE also helps protect blood vessels vessels from damaging free radicals.
The moisture in the skin, which is very important to the skin's health. Good hydration helps our skin combat the effects of the outside environment. Inadequately moisturised or dehydrated skin shows signs of tightness of skin, fine lines, and reduced skin glow (dullness).
Cosmetic ingredient that will attract moisture to the skin.
A darkening of the skin that can take the form of a suntan or brown age spots on the skin. Hyperpigmentation is usually the result of overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, or the result of hormonal imbalance, which causes an overproduction of melanin in the skin.
Hypoallergenic is a buzzword coined by some in the cosmetics industry. There is no industry–standard definition for the term. However it is defined as- unlikely to cause an allergic reaction.
The bottom or deepest layer of the skin. It is composed of fatty tissue that cushions and supports the two layers of skin above it.
Commonly used cosmetic preservative. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Dirt and pollutants that can collect on the surface of the skin. If impurities are not removed, pores can get clogged, the skin will be more prone to breakouts, and can look dull.
Exposure to the sun that occurs unintentionally during every day activities. For example, exposure to the sun that occurs when a person is walking to a building from a car is incidental sun exposure.
Testing done by independent third party clinical firms not affiliated with ARTISTRY. This testing is done to validate the performance, safety, and clinical claims of ARTISTRY products.
Induced Ageing… a long term consequence of prolonged exposure to the sun…
Photo-ageing promotes changes in the normal ageing process of sun-exposed skin. The face is the most affected. The skin may become flabby and wrinkled, with a dense yellowish color and dilated pore openings. Unattractive reddening may also appear on the sides of the neck.
This synthetic chemical is used to reduce the greasy feel caused by the high oil content of other ingredients.
A sensuous and romantic fragrance that is prized by lovers for it’s intoxicating and aphrodisiac properties. Jasmine fragrance is a very exotic, sensual scent. It has been known to relieve melancholy. The Jasmine plant comes from India though it initially originated in China. It is cultivated from ancient times for its fragrant flowers. Some species of jasmine shed their leaves during autumn (deciduous) and some remain evergreen through out the year. The Jasmine plant belongs to the olive family.
Jojoba Oil is very similar to the natural oil our skin produces, through it’s technically a liquid wax produced from the seed of the Jojoba simmondsia chinensis shrub. Usually, it is pressed but can be solvent extracted. Botanist H.F. Link recorded the jojoba plant in 1822 in Baja California and named it after fellow British botanist/explorer, T.W. Simmonds. Jojoba Oil is naturally moisturizing, healing and beneficial for all skin types; it is an excellent scalp treatment. The best claim to fame for Jojoba Oil is that it has been accepted as a substitute for sperm whaling oil, formerly often used in the manufacture of cosmetics (the U.S Government banned whaling in the early 1970’s).
From out of Africa comes karite butter (known as shea butter). Traditional uses of shea butter include: treatments for dry skin, blemishes, skin discoloration, scars and wrinkles, a relaxer for stiff muscles, as an aid for pain from swelling and arthritis, even as a sun screen. What makes shea butter so great for the skin is the high content of non-saponifiable fatty acids (comprised mostly of stearic and oleic acids). These fatty acids are indispensable for moisturizing and retaining the elasticity of the skin. By making up for lipid (fat) deficiency in the epidermal cells, shea butter provides the skin with all the essential elements it needs for its good balance. Shea butter contains up to 11% of unsaponifiables, making it a superior super fatting material for soap making. Smooth on face, hands and body, the gentle qualities of shea butter are used by the cosmetics and soap industries in products such as shampoos, creams and balsam for the hair and soaps and other cleaning products for the skin. Karite butter’s healing, emollient, anti-oxidant, soothing, moisturizing and re-generative properties make it an essential ingredient of numerous products.
This insoluble albumoid (fiber protein) can be found in horny tissues like the hair and nails. High in sulfur, it's quite strong, but it is subject to chemical penetration.
This yellow, semisolid, fatty discharge from sheep's wool is used as an emulsifier, a base, and an ointment. There have been some reports of allergic reactions.
From the fruit of the citrus lemon. Known for its astringent and anti-irritant qualities.
A group of naturally occurring compounds that do not dissolve in water. The lipids in moisturisers protect the skin's natural barrier, holding moisture in the skin to keep it soft and supple.
Most useful for being able to trasfer and deliver active ingrediants to the application site of cosmetics. The liposome wall is very similar, physiologically to the material of cell membranes. When a cosmetic containing liposomes is applied to the skin, for example, the liposomes are deposited on the skin and begin to merge with the cellular membranes. In the process, the liposomes release their payload of active materials into the cells. As a consequence, not only there is delivery of the actives very specific--directly into the intended cells--but the delivery takes place over a longer period of time. Liposomes are typically manufactures from various fatty substances that are used to encapsulate or create a sphere around cosmetic materials. They act as a delivery system.
Has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory action. It is useful against inflamed skin impurities and cleansing sensitive skin. An antioxidant improves skin barrier function, prevents dry skin. Heals the wound, cures eczema and scabies etc.
Melanin is a pigment that gives skin its color. It is produced at the base of the epidermis. The more melanin you have, the darker your skin. The amount of melanin you naturally have depends on your genetic makeup, sun exposure, and other physiological conditions, such as hormone levels.
Melon has natural cleansing properties as well as the ability to soften and soothe the skin.
Derived from peppermint. Has soothing properties if used in concentrations of 1% or less.
A liquid mixture of hydrocarbons gathered from petroleum. Light mineral oil is an ingredient of choice as an essential moisturizer for psoriasis, primarily functioning as an occlusive barrier to retard moisture loss without restricting essential ingredient absorption. In the case of a psoriatic condition the water loss from the external skin layers can exceed the rate of replacement from below, hence as part of our formulation, it is necessary to place an occlusive barrier onto the surface of the skin to retard water loss.
A function of the paper-thin layer at the top of the epidermis that protects against excessive moisture loss.
When externally used on the hair or skin raises the moisture content.
Ingredients produced entirely from extracts taken from plants or animals, with no synthetic substances or additives.
The use of plant extracts and herbs have origins in ancient times, with the earliest records originating from China and Egypt. With the therapeutic properties of plants becoming more known, cosmetic are including many plant extracts, herbs, flowers, fruits and seed oleates into their ingredients, allowing for a gentler, more organic approach to beauty. Natural botanicals have the ability to detoxify, hydrate, strengthen, stimulate, relax and balance the skin and hair.
A spray in pump form, using no aerosol or chemical additives.
The term "non-acnegenic" refers to products that do not cause acne. Non-comedogenic The term "non-comedogenic" refers to products that do not cause clogged pores of the skin.
Does not clog oil glands to cause blemishes.
Normal skin has the right balance of moisture and oil, so it doesn't feel too dry or oily.
A product in which oil soluble solutions are the major part.
Oily skin is typically caused by production of sebum in the dermis. This can be the result of natural hormonal changes. People with oily skin tend to have large pores and are prone to breakouts.
Natural chemical compounds found in nature, void of synthetic substances. Also known as all-natural.
A quantified system used in some countries to help consumers understand the level of UVA protection in their sunscreen. The PA system ranges from PA + (low UVA protection) to PA +++ (high UVA protection).
White to yellowish fat. Used to make soaps, shampoos, ointments, and margarine.
Used in baby oils, bath oils, eye creams, hair conditioners, and moisturizers. It can cause allergic reactions in some people.
Found in Vitamin B complex. Used in sunscreen formulations and as an anesthetic in sunburn products. Can cause allergic reactions.
Toxic. Allergenic. Artificial chemicals. Used to preserve cosmetics. They are not effective with shampoos or with products that contain proteins.
Waxy, crystalline mixture. Used as a thickener for cosmetics.
Native to Brazil, passion fruit is the edible fruit of the passion flower. The name resulted after early Spanish missionaries saw the passion flower during Lent and Easter. They named it in honor of the passion of Christ. The fruit is small and round, the size of a large egg, with red, yellow or purple-brown skin, yellow flesh and many small black edible seeds. The pulp has an intense aromatic flavor, while the texture is jelly-like and watery. It is good source of vitamins A and C and potassium.
Apply a small amount of cosmetic to your inner arm, cover it with a bandage and leave it for 24 hours, if you are concerned with allergic reactions.
A patent is awarded to a company in legal recognition for an invention, formula, technology or title for a fixed period of time. Patents give companies exclusive rights to use the invention or formula. ARTISTRY has over 200 patents and patents pending in the skin care field.
Artificial. Used as solvents, bases, carriers, emulsifiers, and dispersants.
An excellent antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. Soothes and tones blemished, irritated skin. Cooling.
The most concentrated form of synthetically prepared fragrance, applied to the skin to enhance the nature of one’s image. Dating back to ancient times, perfume was created by the Egyptians of resins and wood mixed with oils and water. Today’s perfumes are an enhanced blend of essential oils, alcohol and water, and the “secret” ingredients of its creator.
Semisolid mixture. Obtained from petroleum.
These are preservatives widely used in many cosmetics and shampoo. Another name is paraben.
Photo Ageing- The facial ageing induced by the sun is called Photo ageing.
Changes the appearance and function of the skin due to repeated sun exposure and not to the passage of time; may result in skin cancer. Sun protection is the principle means of protecting photoaging changes. Skin cancer incidence can also be reduced.
Physiological ageing, an extremely complex, intrinsic process, is inevitable. The skin becomes thinner, elasticity is reduced, collagen synthesis diminishes, and at the same time the speed of scar-tissue formation and physical resistance to cuts, scrapes, burns etc. is reduced. The skin takes on a dry and dull look. The number of wrinkles increases and a reduction in the amount of hair can be observed.
A cosmetic made mainly from vegetable sources.
Pineapple's anti-inflammation and anti-irritation qualities, combined with its ability to refine the skin make it excellent for face care products.
An organ present in all mammals except marsupials and monotremes, unites the fetus to the mother and is expelled at birth. Bovine placenta liquid, obtained from cows, is used in some cosmetics as a moisturizer.
Fatty acid esters. Used in many cosmetics as emulsifiers. Polysorbates are assigned different numerical values according to their formulas and whether they're intended to be used in foods or cosmetics.
Tiny openings on the skin through which oil or sweat, may pass.
Researchers have become increasingly aware of the dangers associated with microbial contamination of topical skin products and know more today than ever about the sources of contamination. Unfortunately the battle against contamination is far from won as adaptable organisms continue to cause problems resulting in bacterial infections of the skin.
One of the most widely used ingredients in cosmetics. Most common moisture carrying vehicle other than water. Permeates skin better than glycerin, but causes more sensitivity reactions.
Protein consists of amino acids and constitutes about 15% of human body weight. Protein is of critical importance in the structure and function of cells. Recently the use of proteins has been broadened to skin care since many skin problems such as chapping and dryness appear to be associated with damage to or actual loss of skin protein.
A chronic disease of the skin characterized by red patches, scaling, and inflammation. Psoriasis should be treated by a dermatologist.
All ARTISTRY products are subjected to meticulous testing before, during, and after manufacturing to guarantee that nothing but the finest product reaches the marketplace. A battery of tests are performed to ensure the same exacting standards and high quality are maintained as the product developed, formulated and tested in the laboratory.
A substance used to cure or heal an illness, pain or disorder. This can be a prepared medication, a natural substance found in nature, or a combination of the two.
A physical and mental stimulant, and an astringent healer used to treat muscle soreness.
Deep, soft, sweet, woody balsamic scent. Highly esteemed in China and India. Plays a part in Hindu ritual.
Softens skin.
An excellent emollient for skin moisturizers made from Mangifolia Tree Nuts High in triglycerides and fatty acids.
In the course of development before birth, skin is particularly associated with the nervous system. It is therefore not surprising that so many skin diseases are influenced by the emotional states. Other causes of skin disease are infections, glandular disorders and vitamin deficiencies. Early detection and treatment improve the prognosis for many skin conditions and medical advice can lead to beneficial therapy.
Appearance of the skin which may be rough, smooth, dull, dry and scaly, etc.
Makeup: Consistency with skin color.
Skincare: Refers to the skin's firmness
Very popular ingredient. Used as a detergent, emulsifier, and surfactant in over a thousand cosmetic products. This includes shampoos, toothpaste, lotions, and creams. Even though it is very popular, this additive can be harsh and drying to the skin.
Derived from fruit or algae. A humectant that gives skin a velvety feel. Gives a lubricant quality to lotions
Pale yellow oil. Consists of mostly glycerides of linoleic, oleic, linolenic, and palmitic acids. Used in cosmetics as an emollient.
The active ingredients for most sunscreens are one of the following: PABA and PABA esters, Benzophenones, Cinnamates, Salicylates and Anthranilate. These products are useful in the prevention of sunburns as well as in reducing the long term damage that sun exposure can cause with it’s concomitant skin cancer and wrinkle producing properties. Most sunscreen has a label of 15 SPF, then with it’s use over a 15-hour period, the skin will have absorbed only 1 hour’s worth ultravoilet light. Other agents which block the sun include zinc oxide, titanium oxide, magnesium silicate, kalin, ferric oxide, red petrolatum and magnesium oxide. Sunscreen is particularly important in children as 85% of all sun exposure occurs before the age of 18.
Extracted from sunflower seeds it is rich in essential fatty acids.
Sunflower seeds are expressed to produce this light oil which is high in linoleic acid, Vitamin A, B complex, D, E as well as calcium, zinc, potassium, iron and phosphorus. Externally, it is used for bruises, dermatitis and ulcers. The South American native peoples ground sunflower seeds to make meal.
Sunscreens provide protection from damaging/ harmful effects of UVB/ UVA rays. Sunscreens with a high Sun Protection Factor (SPF) can minimize the danger of photodamage and skin cancers. Sun blocks provide 100% protection from the sun and therefore do not enable one to tan.
A material (substance) that helps oil and water to mix so that the two will not separate and will remain a smooth stable cream or lotion (Emulsifier). They are also are important for cosmetics where mildness is needed such as shampoos and lotions.
Triethanolamine. Used in cosmetics as a pH adjuster, an emulsifier, a preservative, and in soap formulations. May be harmful when contaminated by nitrosamines.
A plant found in Australia, used for its unique fragrance and healing properties
Derived from the tree Melaleuca alternifolia. Used as an antiseptic and germicide. Also used for insect bites, skin problems, as a dentifrice, and mouthwash. Cosmetic applications are often dandruff shampoos, face masks, and topical creams.
From the dried leaves and flowering tops of the wild, creeping herb. Is antiseptic, disinfectant, cleansing and hygienic.
White powder. Used as a pigment in eye makeup, sunscreens, and foundation makeup. It is also used as an opacifying agent, for its covering power, brilliance, and reflectivity.
Found in urine and other body fluids. Used medicinally as a diuretic and in cosmetics. Can cause an allergic reaction to those allergic to ammonia and is an eye irritant.
Found in urine and other body fluids. Used medicinally as a diuretic and in cosmetics. Can cause an allergic reaction to those allergic to ammonia and is an eye irritant.
Found in urine and other body fluids. Used medicinally as a diuretic and in cosmetics. Can cause an allergic reaction to those allergic to ammonia and is an eye irritant.
Helps maintain smooth, soft disease free skin; helps protect the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, throat lungs which help reduce our susceptibility to infections. Protects against air pollutants and contaminants while helping in improving eye sight and counteracts night-blindness. Vitamin A also aids in bone and teeth formation, improves skin elasticity, moisture content and suppleness. Vitamin A also reverses the signs of skin aging. A lack of vitamin A can cause skin to become dry and hardened.
Participates in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats and proteins, aids in the utilization of vitamins; improves the body’s resistance to stress; helps in cell building and the development of the central nervous system. Vitamin B5 also helps in the adrenal glands and fights infections by building antibodies.
Vitamin C is essential for healthy teeth, gums and bones. It helps heal wounds and scars of tissues, prevents scurvy, builds resistance to infection, aids in the prevention treatment of common cold and gives strength to blood vessels. It is required for the synthesis of collagen the inter-cellular cement which holds tissues together. It is also one of the major antioxidant nutrients. It prevents the conversion of nitrates (from tobacco smoke, smog, bacon, lunch meats, some vegetables) into cancer causing substances. Moreover, Vitamin C has been shown to help slow the production of hyperpigmentation (age spots) while providing some UV protection
Fat-soluble vitamin essential for healthy bones, teeth, and the absorption of calcium. The body can produce its own vitamin D from sun exposure.
Vitamin E is a major anti-oxidant nutrient that retards cellular aging due to oxidation; supplies oxygen to the blood which is then carried to the heart and other organs thus alleviating fatigue. Vitamin E aids in bringing nourishment to cells, strengthens the capillary walls and prevents the red blood cells from destructive poisons. Vitamin A also has the feature of dissolving blood clots and has been used by doctors in preventing sterility, muscular dystrophy, calcium deposits in blood walls and heart conditions.
Essential for normal growth and contribute to the natural moisturizing factor. The skin is often the first indication of a vitamin deficiency that can cause dry skin.
Oil from the embryo of the wheat kernel that is high in vitamin E. Used as a moisturizer in cosmetics.
This oil has a nutty aroma and is extracted by the method of pressing or solvent extraction from the wheat “germ”. It is a valuable source of Vitamin E, a natural antioxidant and is more resistant to light and heat than vegetable oils. It helps relive dermatitis symptoms while promoting skin cell formation and improving blood circulation. Wheatgerm oil is used to prevent and reduce scarring and speeds up healing of cuts and wounds. The wheat we know today is from a hybrid wild wheat that grew 10,000 years ago in the Middle East. The wheatgerm portion of wheat grains contains 25% of the protein along with many minerals and vitamins. Unfortunately, this is the portion that milled away to produce white flour.
The plug of a clogged oil gland (pore) lying beneath the surface of the skin. Smaller that a blackhead, it is sometimes only visible with the help of a magnifying glass
White powder used in skin ointments for ultraviolet protection and diaper rash treatment. Also used for its skin-cleansing properties.
