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Common Prod Components & Ingredients Chpt 13

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AHA's & BHA's   chemical exfoliators (glycolic, lactic, malic, tartaric)(salicylic)loosen the bond between cells in the epidermis  
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Alcohol   astringent and solvent in perfume, lotions and astringents  
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Alum   compound made of aluminum, potassium or ammonium sulfate; good for oily skin and helps stop bleeding  
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Benzyl Peroxide   drying ingredient w/ antibacterial properties commonly used for blemishes and acne  
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Ceramides   family of lipid materials found in the intercellular matrix; natural moisturizing factor  
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collagen   protein derived form animals or synthetically manufactured; PLUMPS skin and prevents water loss  
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Essential Oils   oils derived from plants and herbs  
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Glycerin   formed by decompostion of oils or fats; skin softnener and humectant  
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Herbs   contain phytohormones; used in skin care products and cosmetics  
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Hyaluronic acid   hydrophilic agent; water binder  
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lanolin   emollient; derived from sheep's wool  
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lipids   fat or fat-like substances; improves hydration and barrier function  
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liposomes   closed-lipid bilayer sphere tath encapsulates ingredients  
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methlyparaben   frequently used preservative; combats mold and bacteria; noncomedogenic  
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mineral oil   emollient and lubricant; clear and odorless derived from petroleum  
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mucopolysaccharides   carbohyrate-lipid complexes; good water binder  
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parabens   commonly used group of preservatives in cosmetics; antibacterial and antifungal  
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peptides   chains of amino acids that stimulate fibroblast and cell metabolism and improve skin's firmness  
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petroleum jelly   occlusive agent, protects the barrier agent by holding in water  
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potassium hydroxide   strong alkali used in soaps and creams  
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propylene glycol   humectant used in moisturizer for dry and sensitive skin  
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Quaternium 15   all purpose presevative used against bacteria, mold and yeast; formaldehyde-releaser  
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Retinoic Acid   Vitamin A derivitive, alters collagen synthesis; treats acne and aging  
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Silicone   oil that is chemically combined with silicon and oxygen  
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Sodium Bicarbonate   baking soda; an inorganic salt used as a buffering agent, neutralizer and pH adjuster  
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Sorbitol   humectant that ABSORBS IT ALL moisture from the air to prevent dryness; obtained for the leaves and berries of mountain ash  
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Sphingolipids   ceramide; Natural part of the intercellular matrix  
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squalane   derived from olives, emollient and desensitizing agent  
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squalene   originally from shark-liver oil; is insoluable in water, lubricant and perfume fixative  
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sulfur   reduces oil gland activity and dissolves surface layer of dry dead cells; commonly used in acne products  
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Titanium dioxide   inorganic sunscreen reflects UVA and UVB; scattering UV radiation. gives cosmetics a white color  
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urea   enhances penetration abilities of other substances; anti-inflammatory and antiseptic  
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Vitamins   organic compounds and essential nutrients  
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zinc oxide   inorganic sunscreen that reflects UVA and UVB, somewhat Astingent, Antiseptic and Antibacterial. used to protect, soothe and heal skin. obtained from zinc ore and nonallergenic  
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