Skin analysis Flashcards

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Derived from plants, that are often used to exfoliate the skin, exfoliate by loosening the bonds between dead corneum cells and dissolve the intercellular matrix, also stimulate cell renewal

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Alpha hydroxy acids

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Antiseptic and solvent used in perfumes, lotions, and astringents,

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Alcohol

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Derived from minerals and phytohormones, remineralizes and revitalizes skin

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Algae

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An anti-inflammatory compound isolated from the herb comfrey, it is used in creams, hand lotions, hair lotion, aftershave, and other skin soothing cosmetics for its ability to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue

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Allantoin

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Most popular botanical used in cosmetic formulations, emollients and film forming gum resin with hydrating, softening, healing, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties

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Aloe vera

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