Anything that occupies space and has weight
What is matter
The smallest complete unit of an element
What is an atom
This is what pH stands for
What is potential hydrogen
This is formed when two or more compounds are blended mechanically creating a new overall product but still retaining the separate chemical characteristics of the components
These types of ingredients are the ingredients responsible for producing the desired effect
What are performance ingredients
All matter that is now living or was alive at one time, with carbon present, falls into this scientific division of chemistry
What is organic chemistry
This number indicates how man protons are in a single atom of a particular element
What is the atomic number
What is acidic
Mixture of two or more kinds of molecules that are incapable of being mixed together (immiscible)
What is a suspension
These type of ingredients are the ones that make the cosmetic product work
What is Functional Ingredients
All matter that is not alive, has never been alive, and does not contain carbon such as rocks, water, and minerals falls within this scientific division of chemistry
What is inorganic chemistry
An atom is described as this, when it is not missing any electrons from its outer shell
A Cation has this type of charge
What is positive
Mixture of fats and oils converted to fatty acids by heat and then purified
What is soap
This delivery system requires friction to release performance ingredients and is effective for time-release delivery
What is microcapsules
When water freezes and becomes ice, this type of change happens
What is physical change
This process causes a substance to lose an electron and oxygen is acquired
What is Oxidation
A pH scale is a logarithmic scale that has this numerical range
What is 0-14
Formed when two or more non-mix able substances (like oil and water) are unites with the help of a binder or gum-like substance
What is an emulsion
Ingredient that attracts water from two sources; the dermal layer and humid environments
What are humectants
What is a chemical change
The 5 elements involved in the formation of skin, hair, and nails
What is Carbon, Oxygen, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, and Sulfur (COHNS)
AN acid is a substance that increases the concentration of hydrogen ions when placed in water because it donates this
What is H+ ions
The emulsifier head is described as hydrophilic, because it loves ___ and hates ___
What is Loves Water and hates oil
All essential oils besides these 2 exceptions should be diluted before use on the skin
What are lavender and tea tree