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Antioxidants
Substances that help prevent the formation of free radicals, which can cause signs of aging in skin. Antioxidants protect tissue against cellular damage by stabilizing free oxygen molecules.
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Aromatherapy
Practice of using the aromas of essential oils and natural extracts to promote a sense of well-being.
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Chelating agents
Chelating agents are ingredients that bind with metal ions or metallic compounds, preventing contamination or discoloration. They improve the efficacy of preservatives and antioxidants and play a crucial role in the stability and efficacy of personal skin care products.
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emollient
Ingredients that soften and smooth the skin and reduce dryness, roughness and irritation – they are designed to make the external layers of the skin softer and more pliable. They increase the skin's hydration by reducing evaporation.
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Emulsifiers
An emulsifier is used whenever you want to mix two components and keep them from separating. Emulsifiers enable oils to be dispersed throughout a water base to form a cream or lotion that does not separate.
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emulsion
This is a system in which two liquids that would not normally mix together are held in suspension by a small amount of an emulsifier.
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EXFOLIANTS
An exfoliant is used to slough away dead skin cells that have accumulated on the surface of your skin in order to maintain youthful, healthy-looking skin that glows and remains free of blemishes. Dead skin cells, left on the surface of the skin, slow down healthy cell renewal and increase the depth of wrinkles.
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Fragrance
A blend of essential oils, extracts and synthetics added to a product to deliver an aroma. We use a combination of natural essential oils from flowers and herbs, safe ingredients [..]
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Humectants
Humectants are ingredients in products that draw moisture in. Products with humectants are great for dry skin because they will attract moisture that is both applied directly on the skin as well as environmental moisture, such as that which comes from highly humid environment.
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HYDRATORS
Supply water to your skin. Plant liquids are the best source of beneficial hydrating agents including vegetable glycerin, aloe vera and water.
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