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POPULAR TERMS
FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENTS
PERFORMANCE INGREDIENTS
EXFOLIATION
EXTRA's
100
not tested on animals at any stage of the production process

what is cruelty free

100

prevents bacteria, fungi molds and other microorganisms from living in a product 

what is preservatives 
100
can provide many benefits to support the health, texture and integrity of the skin, including healing, soothing and brightening; originate from plants 
what is botanicals
100

ingredients used to polish away dead cells from the skin's surface examples include: ground nut and rice bran

what is mechanical exfoliation 

100

articles intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness

what is cosmetics
200

natural source ingredients that are grown without the use of pesticides 

what is organic

200

may be added to mask a formulation's unpleasant natural smell or to neutralize a smell

what is fragrances

200

a type of nutrition, healing and rejuvenation: ingredients that attract water to the skin's surface

what is humectants, hydrators and hydrophilic agents 

200

most gentle from of chemical exfolation

what is enzymes 
200

if there are concerns about an adverse reaction, perform this method behind the ear or inside the arm

what is patch test

300

refers to ingredients that will not clog pores

what is noncomedogenic
300
reduce tension between the skin and product; can act as cleansing and foaming agents

what is surfactants 

300

ingredient that provides and maintains a natural radiance and glow to the skin

what is brighteners 
300

salicylic acid is the most common ingredient found in this catagory

what is beta hydroxy acid (BHA) 

300

FDA requires all cosmetic labels include a list of ingredients using standardized names for each ingredient

what is international Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI) 
400

products are formulated to have no smell

what is unscented
400
a type of delivery system: carries bases and spreading agents necessary for the formulation of a cosmetic
what is vehicles
400

performs a variety of functions, including stimulating collagen, smoothing texture, brightening and evening skin tone, and enhancing protection against UV exposure

what is vitamin C

400

visible sloughing may not be seen for several days after this ingredient, does not induce immediate redness or irritation; vit a derivative

what is retinol 
400
articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation or prevention of disease; intended to cause actual physiological changes

what is drugs 

500

refers to ingredients that tend to clog pores

what is comedogenic 

500

a type of preservative: extends the shelf life of a product and reduces the rate of oxidation in formulas

what is antioxidant

500

proven to be one the most effective skin lightening ingredients but is also controversial due to health concerns. 

what is hydroquinone 

500

water soluble, derived from nuts, fruit, milk and sugars

what is alpha hydroxy acids (AHA's)
500

antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and physical sunscreen

what is universal ingredients