Across
- 2. ingredients in cosmetic products that cause a change in the appearance of the skin
- 5. one of the most frequently used preservatives because of its very low sensitizing potential; combats bacteria and molds; noncomedogenic
- 9. berry rich in antioxidants; protects, replenishes, and helps to heal damaged skin
- 10. provide a gentle exfoliation and dissolve keratin proteins within dead skin cells on the surface
- 11. seaweed derivatives used as thickening and water binding agents; antioxidant rich in vitamins and minerals
- 12. term used to describe natural-sourced ingredients that are grown without the use of pesticides/chemicals
- 15. oil or fatty ingredients that lubricate, moisturize, and prevent water loss
- 17. closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients to target their delivery to specific tissues in the skin
- 19. describes a substance that doesn't contain water
- 23. skin-conditioning agents derived from carbohydrates and proteins that enhance cellular metabolism and wound healing
- 24. properties include enhancing the penetrative abilities of other substances; anti inflammatory, antiseptic, and deodorizing action that protects the skin's surface and helps maintain healthy skin
- 26. emollient derived from petroleum sources
- 29. often seaweed based mask applied after a serum or treatment cream
- 30. chains of amino acids that stimulate fibroblasts, cell metabolism, collagen; improve skin's firmness
- 32. an extract that helps with irritation as well as the lightening of pigmentation
- 33. an acid that brightens and is a tyrosinase inhibitor
- 34. ingredients derived from plants
- 35. also known as a roll-off mask; enzyme exfoliating masks that are rubbed off the skin
- 36. reduces the activity of oil glands and dissolves the skin's surface layer of dry, dead skin cells; frequently used in acne products
- 38. spreading agents that carry or deliver other ingredients into the skin and make them more effective
- 39. ingredients used to thicken creams; frequently used in gel products
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- 1. an emollient derived from olives that helps to desensitize and nourish
- 3. also called toners; liquids applied to the skin after cleansing to soothe and hydrate
- 4. refers to ingredients or products that may be less likely to cause an allergic reaction
- 6. type of surfactant used as cleansers in skin-cleansing products
- 7. an ingredient that attracts water
- 8. a label given to products that do not contain any animal by-products
- 13. antiseptic and solvent used in perfumes, lotions, and astringents
- 14. derived from the root of the comfrey plant; helps to soften, protect, and soothe
- 16. ingredients derived from yeast cells that help strengthen the immune system and stimulate metabolism
- 18. agent that causes exfoliation, or sloughing, of the skin cells
- 20. derived from the chamomile plant and characterized by its deep blue color
- 21. plasticizers used in skin care formulas to moisturize and soften skin, and to dissolve or blend ingredients
- 22. therapeutic use of plant aromas and essential oils for beauty and health treatment purposes
- 25. also called toners, these liquids help remove excess oil on the skin
- 27. natural form of vitamin A; stimulates cell repair
- 28. small, sealed vial containing a single application of a highly concentrated serum in a water or oil base
- 30. chemical compounds that are formed by combining a number of small molecules (monomers) into long, chain-like structures
- 31. beta hydroxy acid with exfoliating and antiseptic properties
- 37. concentrated liquid ingredients for the skin designed to penetrate and treat various skin concerns