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| Face Cream |
A cream used cosmetically for softening, moisturising and cleaning the skin. |
| Face powder |
A blended Face Powder and Brush Loose, lightweight powder that's right for every type of skin. |
| Facelift |
A surgical procedure to remove excess skin, particularly from the lower part of the face and chin. |
| Facial |
Deep Cleansing Of The Face With Steam. Facials May Include Exfoliation, Extraction, Or The Application Of Creams, Lotions, Cleansers, Masks, Peels, And Massage. |
| Facial Vaporizer |
Electric Apparatus Used To Direct A Lukewarm Vapor Mist To The Face. Beneficial For Softening Dead Surface Cells, Opening Follicles, And Loosening Up Deposits Of Dirt And Grime, Eliminating Toxins, And Increasing Blood Circulation. |
| Fango Treatment |
Administered As A Bath Or Mud Pack, Using Highly Mineralized Mud Mixed With Oil Or Water. In Addition To Aiding In Detoxification, Pain Relief, And Stimulation Of Circulation, The Fango Blend Softens The Skin And Creates A Soothing Warmth. Additional Natural Ingredients, Such As Sea Kelp And Peat Moss, May Be Added To Increase Warmth And Mineral Content. |
| FDA |
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA regulates the use of all medical devices in the U.S., including injectables and pharmaceuticals. |
| Fennel Seed Extract (Foeniculum Vulgare) |
Fennel Has Been Used For Years As A Digestive Stimulant, Especially To Treat Excess Gas And Bloating. It Is Used Regularly In Chinese Hospitals For Intestinal Obstruction And Is Used In The Traditional "Gripe" Water Formulas Given To Colicy Babies. |
| Fixed Oils |
Vegetable Oils That Are Nonvolatile, Such As Sweet Almond Or Sunflower. Also Referred To As Lipids Or Fats. They Might Be Used As A Lubricant In Massage Or As A Carrier For Essential Oils. |
| Forehead Lines |
Horizontal lines appearing on the forehead. Also known as worry lines. |
| Fragrance |
This is an Odor, a smell, a perfume, a cologne or an Aroma. |
| Free Radical Damage |
Free-radical damage takes place on an atomic level. Molecules are made of atoms and a single atom is made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Electrons are always found in pairs. However, when oxygen molecules are involved in a chemical reaction, they can lose one of their electrons. This oxygen molecule that now has only one electron is called a free radical. With only one electron the oxygen molecule must quickly find another electron, and it does this by taking the electron from another molecule. When that molecule in turn loses one of its electrons, it too must seek out another, in a continuing reaction. Molecules attempting to repair themselves in this way trigger a cascading event called "free-radical damage." The action of free-radical damage takes place in a fraction of a second. Antioxidants are substances that prevent oxidative damage from being triggered. |
| Frown Lines |
Creases that form between the eyebrows over time. Also known as glabellar lines. |
| Frozen perfume |
Cool Water Frozen Perfume is the name of a perfume by the brand Davidoff. It is called frozen perfume because of it's refreshing aspect. |
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| Galvanic Current Machine |
A Machine Used By Estheticians In Facial Treatments. It Has Two Different Uses Depending On The Polarity Of The Current That Is Used. When The Working Electrode Is The Negative Pole, It Is Used With A Disincrustation Solution To Soften Blocked Sebum In Pores. When It Is Set On The Opposite Polarity (Positive Pole Is The Working Electrode), It Is Used To Soothe The Skin And Encourage The Absorption Of A Water-Soluble Treatment Product. |
| Genatian Root ( Gentiana Lutea) |
Often Called The "Archetypal Bitter," Gentian Root Is Used To Stimulate Digestion. Dr. John Scudder M.D. Claims, "It Is One Of The Most Efficient Remedies I Have Ever Used To Address Feeble Or Slow Digestion." It Is Also Known To Have Anti-Inflammatory Effects. |
| Geranium Oil |
Anti-Inflammatory And Soothing. Used For Skin Irritations And Dermatitis. |
| Gift Baskets |
"Gift baskets" are packages of small products that are grouped together to form one large variety package. A gift basket can contain any number of smaller items and of any kind. |
| Gingko Extract |
Also Known As "Maidenhair." An Extract Of The "Gingko Biloba" Plant, A Sacred Tree To The Chinese. Increases Moisture Retention In The Upper Layers Of The Skin, And Soothes Irritation In Sensitive Skins. |
| Ginseng Root (Panax Quinquefolius) |
Habitat - American And Western Species Are Native To North America And Cultivated In Canada And Throughout The U.S. Oriental Is Native To Manchuria, Siberia, Korea And Japan. Appearance - Both Species Are Perennial Herbs, With Single Stems And Six Long, Petioled Leaves On Top. Parts Used For Extraction Are The Roots And Rootlets. Odor - Characteristic Vegetable Odor. Agent. Functional Benefits - Used In Creams, Gels, Tonics, Facial Masks, In Wrinkle And Other Treatment Preparations. Known For Its Ability To Deliver Oxygen To The Cells. |
| Glabellar Lines |
Creases that form between the eyebrows over time. Also known as frown lines. |
| Glycerin |
This by-product of soap is a humidifying agent and skin moisturizer that absorbs moisture from the air. It also improves the spreadability of products.
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| Glycine Sojo (Soybean) Oil |
A superior moisturizing agent that helps soften skin, soybean oil contains about 60% polyunsaturated fatty acids which allow your skin to repair and regenerate itself when suffering from dryness and excess irritation. |
| Glycolipids |
A Plant-Derived Mixture Of Glycoceramides That Enhance And Restore The Barrier Function Of The Skin, Regulate The Skin'S Ability To Bind And Retain Moisture And Help Restore The Intercellular Regulatory Balance. |
| Glycosaminoglycans (Gags) |
The Skin Is Composed Of Two Distinct Areas, Epidermis And Dermis. The Epidermis Consists Of Many Layers Of Dead Skin Which Are Supported By The Dermis. The Dermis Is A Three Dimensional Network Of Collagen Fibres And Elastin, Surrounded By A Gel-Like Substance Called The Ground Substance. This Determines The Stability Of The Skin. We Know That The Ground Substance Is Composed Glycosaminoglycans (Formerly Called Mucopolysaccharides), Non-Collagen Proteins And Water. Until Recently, The Importance Of Glycosaminoglycans In Skin Physiology Has Been Largely Overlooked When Compared To Topics Such As Ph, Nucleic Acid Replacement, And Protein Composition. Pharmaceutical And Biochemical Research Indicates That Glycosaminoglycans Promote The Ability Of Collagen Fibres To Retain Water And Bind Moisture Into The Stratum Corneum Of The Epidermis. Collagen Is The Major Fibrous Protein Of The Extracellular Connective Tissues And Comprises From 25% To 35% Of Our Body'S Protein. Soluble Collagen Can Be Compared To A Sponge Because Of Its Ability To Trap Water In Its Intercellular Spaces. As Collagen Ages, The Fibres Aggregate Into Larger Collagen Strands And Become Less Soluble. This Less Soluble Condition, Plus The Addition Of Calcium Deposits, Squeezes The Moisture Out, Induces Further Aggregation Of Collagen And Causes Shrinkage Of The Fibre Length. The Net Result Is A Loss Of Skin Turgor And The Formation Of Wrinkles. During The Formation Of Soluble Collagen And The Collagen Fibre, Glycosaminoglycans Become Bound To The Peptide Chains. These Promote The Ability Of Collagen To Retain Water By Holding The Soluble Fibres Apart. The Addition Of Glycosaminoglycans In The Bio-Logics® Products, Ensures A Replacement Of The Diminishing Amounts In The Skin, And Results In Skin That Has More Moisture And Increased Flexibility. |
| Gommage |
The Use Of Long Massage-Like Strokes To Apply Creams That Cleanse And Rehydrate The Skin. Gommage Offers Many Benefits, As It Removes Dead Cells And Toxins That Have Accumulated On The Surface Of The Skin. Gommage Works To Cleanse The Skin, Stimulating Cellular Regeneration And Blood Circulation, And Increases Effectiveness Of Skin Products By Enabling Them To Penetrate The Skin With Ease. |
| Grape Seed Extract |
Extracted From Vitis Vinifera Plant. A Rich Source Of Free Radical Scavengers (Anti-Oxidant) Including Pycnogenol. An Excellent Anti-Oxidant And Rich Source Of Proanthocyanidins, A Flavenoid Type Molecule That Protects Capillary Walls And Inhibits Enzymes That Break Down Collagen And Elastin. |
| Grape seed extract contains proanthocyanidins, which are considered to be very potent antioxidants, helpful for diminishing the sun's damaging effects and lessening free |
Witch Hazel Distillate |
| Grapefruit Oil |
Obtained By Expression Of The Fresh Peel Of The Grapefruit. A Yellowish Liquid Used For Its Cooling And Anti-Inflammatory Properties. |
| Green Clay |
A Highly-Effective Cosmetic Clay Used For Its Sterilizing And Purifying Qualities. Very Absorbent And Cleansing To The Skin Sebum. Detoxifies And Exfoliates. Produces A Cooling Effect On The Skin, Constricts Follicles And Deep Cleanses The Epidermis. |
| Green Tea(Japanese) Or Thea Sinensis Extract Japanese |
Green Tea Is Known To Contain Two Active Groups Of Chemicals Known As Xanthines And Polyphenols Or Catechins. The Xanthines Include Components Such As Caffeine, Theobromine And Theophylline. These Active Agents Have Been Demonstrated To Suppress Inflammation And Irritation, And More Recently, They Have Been Shown To Reduce Cellulite. When Used In Conjunction With Hydroxy Acids, Green Tea Extract Will Reduce Irritation Due To The Xanthines. Polyphenols (Also Known As Catechins) Exhibit Powerful Anti-Oxidant Properties. As A Matter Of Fact, These Anti-Oxidants Are 20 Times Stronger Than Vitamin E. Consequently, Green Tea Extract Is Considered To Play A Vital Role In Protecting The Cell From Free Radical Damage Initiated By Environmental Factors Such As Exposure To Uv Light. Hazelnut Oil Emollient And Nourishing Natural Nut Oil. Prevents Moisture Loss From The Skin Surface And Is Rich In Essential Fatty Acids. |
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| Hair care / Haircare |
Any treatments or care for hair human hair. |
| Hamam |
An Islamic Bath Characterized By A Vaulted Ceiling And A Raised, Heated Marble Platform Called A Hararat, Which Is Used For Massage Or Exfoliation. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract |
Witch hazel is a skin purifier that has a high concentration of tannin. Tannin is a potent antioxidant that also helps to reduce inflammation. |
| Hand Care / Handcare cream |
Any treatment or health care meant specifically for the hands. This includes moisturising, nail care, and hand lotion. |
| Hawthorn Berry Extract (Artemisia Vulgaris) |
Believed To Be An Anti-Hypertonic, Hawthorn Berry Is Used In Sedating Formulas To Control Hypertension. |
| Herbal Bath |
Specifically Blended To Suit The Client’S Needs And Skin Type, Herbs Are Added To Individualized Baths In The Form Of Sachets Or Extracts. The Hot Water Disperses The Herbs’ Healing Qualities To The Skin. |
| Herbal Infusion |
Herbs Steeped In Water To Produce An Infusion. Sheets, Bath Towels, Or Hand Towels Are Soaked In The Herbal Infusions And Applied To The Body For Therapeutic Purposes. |
| Herbal Wrap |
The Body Is Enveloped In Warm Linen Sheets That Have Been Soaked In A Special Blend Of Herbs. The Herbs Induce Perspiration To Draw Toxins From The Skin. Relaxation Is Promoted By The Deep Heating Action. Herbal Wraps Usually Last Fifteen To Twenty Minutes And Are Often Followed By A Brief Scotch Hose Spray To Lower The Body Temperature And Tonify Tissue. |
| High-Frequency Machine |
A Machine That Generates A Rapidly Oscillating Electrical Current That Is Transmitted Through Glass Electrodes. The Current Produces Heat In The Skin, Which Stimulates Circulation. It Also Produces Ozone, Which Acts As A Germicide To Kill Bacteria. |
| Homeopathy |
Alternative Healing Method Developed Into A System By Samuel Hahnemann In The Late 1700S, And Based On A "Like Cures Like" Principle--That Is, If A Substance Can Cause Symptoms In A Healthy Person, Then It Can Stimulate Self-Healing Of Similar Symptoms In A Sick Person. |
| Homeostasis |
The Body'S Ability To Maintain A Relatively Constant Internal Environment Despite Changing External Conditions. |
| Honey |
Taken From The Nectar Of Flowers And Manufactured In The Sacs Of Various Bees. A Humectant Which Attracts Moisture To The Skin Surface. Used For Centuries As A Natural Healing Salve To Calm Inflammation And Soothe The Skin. |
| Hops Buds (Humus Lupulus) |
Habitat - A Native Of Great Britain, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, France, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, Germany And The United States, As Well As Northern Temperate Zones. Appearance - Dark Green, Lengthy, Flexible And Tough Stems With Heart- Shaped And Lobed Leaves. Characterized By Cone-Shaped, Yellowish “Strobiles.” Odor Hay Like, Slightly Musty, Mildew Odor. Functional Benefits Tonic, Stimulant, Healant, Circulation Promoter. |
| Hops Extract |
Derived From The Carefully Dried Pinecone-Like Fruit Of The Hop Plant, Grown In Europe, Asia And North America. Hops Were At One Time Used As A Sedative. An Anti-Inflammatory Extract Which Also Has A Mild Firming Action. |
| Hops Strobile Extract (Humulus Lupulus) |
Hops May Be Found In Over 150 Phytopharmaceutical Drugs To Treat Restless Anxiety And Insomnia. It Is Known As An Aromatic Bitter With Mild Digestive Qualities, Making It Useful In Anxious Individuals Who Have A Tendency Toward Intestinal Gas. |
| Horse Chestnut (Aesculus Hippocastanum) |
Habitat - Native To Mid And Southeastern Europe, Cultivated In Temperate North America. Appearance Deciduous Tree-Reaching Heights Of Up To 100 Ft. With Prickly Green Seed Pods That Mature In Autumn When They Split Open And Release Up To Three Brown Nuts. Odor - Nutty Green Odor. Functional Benefits Astringent, Anti-Inflammatory Benefits For Products Treating Reddened, Irritated Or Sensitive Skin. Used As A Protecting For Facial And Hand/Nail Products. |
| Horsetail Extract |
Derived From The Plant That Is Used Medicinally To Reduce Body Water And As An Astringent. Helps Minor Wounds And Speeds Healing Of The Skin. Has A Firming And Tightening Action On The Skin. |
| Horsetail Grass (Equisetum Arvense) |
Habitat- Temperate Regions Of North And South America, Wet, Boggy Grounds, Swamps, Embankments. Appearance Perennial, Vascular Herb With Hollow, Cylindrical Jointed Stems With Sheath-Like United Leaves And Cone-Like Fructifications. Odor Green Scent, Vegetable Like; Although Very Slight. Functional Benefits - Astringent, Calmative, Cleansing, Acne And Skin Disorders, Pain Relief From Skin Abrasions, Anti Inflammatory, High In Silica And Saponins. |
| Humectant/Natural Moisturizing Factors |
Describes a wide range of ingredients that help the skin retain water (moisture). Natural moisturizing factors (NMFs) are ingredients that help prevent individual skin cells from losing water and keep the intercellular matrix that holds the epidermal layers together intact. NMFs mimic the structure and function of healthy skin and include a number of ingredients such as ceramides, glycerin, and sunflower oil. |
| Hyaluronic Acid |
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural component of connective tissue, including the skin. It plays a critical role in providing volume to skin by retaining water. |
| Hyaluronic Acid |
Skin care products containing this substance are often used in conjunction with vitamin C products to assist in effective penetration. Hyaluronic acid (also known as a glycosaminoglycan) is often touted for its ability to "reverse" or stop aging. In news reports, you might have heard of hyaluronic acid as the "key to the fountain of youth." This is because the substance occurs naturally (and quite abundantly) in humans and animals, and is found in young skin, other tissues. and joint fluid. Hyaluronic acid is a component of the body's connective tissues, and is known to cushion and lubricate. As you age, however, the forces of nature destroy hyaluronic acid. Diet and smoking can also affect your body's level of hyaluronic acid over time. Skin care products with hyaluronic acid are most frequently used to treat wrinkled skin. |
| Hyaluronic Acid |
Extremely Moisturizing To The Skin. Holds Up To 370% More Moisture Than Even The Collagen Protein Molecule. Binds And Retains Essential Moisture In The Skin Layers And Reduces Fine Lines Caused By Dehydration. |
| Hydrating Mask |
This is a cream that is placed on the face and left to dry for some time. Once it is dry you must peal it off. |
| Hydrocotyl Extract |
Originally Found In India, Hydrocotyl Extract (Centella Asiatica) Is Listed In Indian Ayurvedic Medicine To Combat Excessively Dry Skin. More Recently, Studies At The Department Of Dermatology In Strasbourg Indicate Its Use As A Strong Anti-Inflammatory Agent, Effective In The Treatment Of Wounds, Ulcers And Lymphatic Edema. Particularly Suited To The Fragile Skin Around The Eyes, Hydrocotyl Extract Assists In Reducing Inflammation And Sensitivity Of The Skin. |
| Hydrolyzed Whole Wheat Protein A Non-Animal |
Water-Soluble Protein Derived From Whole Wheat. Moisturizes And Smooths The Skin Surface, Helping To Bind Moisture To The Stratum Corneum. The Two Major Proteins In Whole Wheat Are Glutenin And Gliadin. Both Are Rich In The Amino Acid Called Cystine, Which Is An Important Sulfur Containing Amino Acid With Moisturizing Properties. |
| Hydroquinone |
Skin care products containing hydroquinone are popularly referred to as bleaching creams or lightening agents. These skin care products are used to lighten hyperpigmentation, such as age spots and dark spots related to pregnancy or hormone therapy (melasma or chloasma). Some over-the-counter skin care products contain hydroquinone, but your doctor can also prescribe a solution with a higher concentration of hydroquinone if your skin doesn't respond to over- the-counter treatments. If you are allergic to hydroquinones, you can use products containing kojic acid instead. |
| Hydrotherapy |
A Variety Of Treatments That Take Place In Or With Water, Including Underwater Massage, Herbal Baths, Balneotherapy (Fresh Or Mineral Water), Thalassotherapy (Sea Water), Kneipp Therapy, Vichy Treatments, Scotch Hoses, And Swiss Showers, And Bubbles Or Jets. See Underwater Massage. |
| Hydrotup/Hydrotherapy Tub |
A Special Tub Equipped With High-Pressure Jets And A Hand-Manipulated Hose Designed To Deliver Underwater Massage And Therapeutic Baths. |
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| Inhalation Therapy |
Hot Vapors Or Steam Mixed With Eucalyptus Or Other Essential Oils, Inhaled To Decongest The Respiratory System; Breathed Through Inhalation Equipment Or In A Special Steam Room. |
| Iron Oxides Several Natural Oxides Of Iron |
(Iron Combined With Oxygen) Varying In Colour From Red To Brown, Black To Orange Or Yellow, Depending On The Degree Of Water Added. |
| Ivy Extract |
Extracted From The Evergreen Climbing Plant, Native To Europe And Asia. A Natural Diuretic And Cleansing Extract, Well Known For Its Skin Refining Actions. Firming And Tightening To The Tissues. |
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| Jasmine Oil |
A Warming And Smoothing Oil, Used To Revitalize And Stimulate The Skin. |
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| Kaolin Clay |
A White Powder Clay, Obtained From Kaolin In Southeast China. Used For Its Oil Absorbing Properties, Kaolin Clay Refines The Skin And Helps Clear Breakouts. |
| Kapha |
An Ayurvedic Dosha That Is A Combination Of The Elements Of Earth And Water. |
| Kava Kava (Piper Methysticum) Rhizome And Root Extract |
Kava Kava Has Been Used For Centuries As A Central Nervous System Depressant And Relaxant Of The Skeletal Muscle. It Is Used By Many Cultures Around The World For Its Ability To Induce A State Of Physical Relaxation And A Carefree, Positive Sense Of Well Being. In Europe It Is Found In A Prescription Medication To Treat Nervous Anxiety And Is Touted To Be As Effective As The Drug "Benzodiazapine" In The Treatment Of Anxiety, But Without The Side Effects Of Addiction And Patients' Building Up A Tolerance To Its Effect. |
| Kelp Extract |
Extracted From A North American Species Of Brown Seaweed, Macrocystis Pyriferae. High In Silicon, Which Is Believed To Keep The Skin From Wrinkling And Sagging, Kelp Is Considered An Important Nutrient Source For Cells. It Has Been Used To Treat Anemia And In Cases Of Obesity Because Of Its High Iodine Content, Which Has A Normalizing Effect On The Thyroid. |
| Kinesitherapy |
Active Or Passive Movement Of Body Parts To Aid In Improved Circulation And Muscle Tone. Also Referred To As Physiotherapy. |
| Kneipp Therapy |
Kneipp Therapy Consists Of A Series Of Cold Or Alternating Hot And Cold Water Treatments On Various Parts Of The Body. Herbal Extracts Are Combined With Water In An Assortment Of Bathing Methods To Energize The System And Soothe The Mind. Certain Herbal Remedies Are Used For Detoxification. |
| Kojic Acid |
Kojic acid is a more recent remedy for the treatment of pigment problems and age spots. Discovered in 1989, kojic acid has a similar effect as hydroquinone. Kojic acid is derived from a fungus, and studies have shown that it is effective as a lightening agent, inhibiting production of melanin (brown pigment). |
| Kola Nut (Cola Nitida) |
Kola Nut Is Used As A "Stimulating Tonic" And Is Used To Counter Fatigue. |
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The German Word For Cure. “Taking A Kur” In Europe Has Always Meant To Spend Time For Therapeutic And Restorative Purposes. |
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| Lappa Extract |
Extracted From Burdock. The Extract Comes From The Root And Contains Tannic Acid. Lappa Extract Is Used To Soothe The Skin And Contains Vital Mineral Salts. |
| Laser Resurfacing |
The use of carbon dioxide and erbium lasers to vaporize the undesired skin tissue a layer at a time, revealing the new skin beneath. |
| Lavender Oil |
Effective In Treating Acne, Dermatitis And Oily Skin Problems. Antiseptic And Anti-Inflammatory. |
| Learned-Odor Response |
A Response That Occurs When An Odor Is Paired With A Person, Place, Or Thing And A Memory Link Is Formed. |
| Lemon Extract |
An Extract Expressed From The Fresh Rind And Peel Of Lemons. Very Cleansing And Decongestant. Lemon Extract Is Refreshing And Purifying To The Skin, And Is Extremely Active On An Oily Skin Condition. |
| Lemon Oil |
Extracted From The Plant, Citrus Limonum. Used For Its Antiseptic And Astringent Properties As Well As Its Detoxifying Effects. |
| Lemongrass Oil |
Extracted From The Plant, Adropogon Or Cymbopogon Citratus. Cleansing And Purifying To The Skin, The Oil Is Used For Its Excellent Antiseptic Properties On The Skin. Helps Normalize Oil Production And Reduce Breakouts. |
| Licorice Extract (Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate) |
Extracted From The Licorice Plant, Glycyrrhiza Glabra. Inhibits Melanin Biosynthesis While Scavenging Free Radicals (Antioxidant) And Helping To Calm The Skin. |
| Lip Color / Lipcolor |
The actual color of one's lips. |
| Lip Fusion |
This teatment will give you a perfectly plump, full out pout with no needles and no waiting. Plump up your lips painlessly for up to 48 hours. |
| Lip Lacquer |
Similar to lip gloss. |
| Lip Liner / Lipliner |
A form of lip stick that is applied to the top and bottom part of the lips. |
| Lip Plumper |
Another form of lip stick used to make the lips look fuller and more plump. |
| Lipgloss / Lip Gloss |
A form of lip stick that has a high glossy quality. Makes the lips look shiny. |
| Lipstick / Lip stick |
A sticky paste in the form of a roll out stick used to change the color of one's lips. |
| Liquid Crystal Cholesteric Esters Microencapsulated |
Strands Of Cholesterol Lipids For Skin Repair And Moisturizing. Highly-Absorptive Crystals Carry Active Ingredients Into The Deeper Layers Of The Epidermis. Similar In Action To A Liposomal Effect, The Crystals Have An Opalescent Appearance In The Product. |
| Loofah |
The Loofah Is A Coarse, Natural-Fiber Sponge Used To Slough Off Rough And Dead Skin. Body Scrub Treatments Are Given Using Loofahs With Gels, Herbal Soaps, Or Exfoliating Lotions. A Loofah Scrub Can Be A Dry Scrub Or A Product Scrub Done With A Loofah. The Treatment May Begin With A Gentle, Full-Body Massage Using A Blend Of Almond Meal, Almond Oil, Or Sea Salt To Lift Dead Skin Cells And Stimulate Circulation. This Gentle Massage Is Followed By A Full-Body Scrub And Shower Treatment That Leaves The Skin Revitalized, Healthy, And Radiant. |
| Loose powder |
Triple milled powder that provides sheer, ultra natural coverage to set makeup, soften color and smooth the texture of the skin for an overall radiant complexion. |
| Lotion |
Cream to treat skin for different reasons. |
| Low-level Chronic Irritation |
A dermatological term for the constant irritation to which skin is exposed. Examples include environmental pollution, ultraviolet rays and stress. Together, these factors are the main reasons for the formation of wrinkles and prematurely aged skin. |
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| Mademoiselle |
French word for Miss. |
| Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate |
A Stabilized Form Of Vitamin C That Does Not Oxidize Upon Exposure To Air. An Antioxidant That Is Linked To Collagen Synthesis. |
| Make up brush |
A horse hair brush used to apply powder on skin. |
| Make up kit |
Assembled make up products put together by make up companies to sell as packages. |
| Make up remover |
Lotion or rubbing alcohol used to remove beauty products. |
| Make up set |
A collection of beauty products that complement each other well enough to be sold as a package. |
| Makeup / Make Up |
Beauty products sold to women to enhance thier beauty. |
| Makeup bag |
Cosmetic bag used to store make up items. |
| Makeup case |
A suit case like container made for carrying beauty products. |
| Makeup make up brush |
Horse hair brush used to apply cosmetic powder to one's skin. |
| Makeup set |
A collection of many different kinds of cosmetic products that complement each other. |
| Mallow Extract |
From The Herb Family. A Mucilaginous Gel Which Is Soothing, Healing, Softening And Pain Easing To The Skin. Excellent In Reducing Inflammation And Softening The Skin. |
| Mandi Susu |
An Indonesian Ritual Bath Of Milk, Buttermilk, Or Yogurt. |
| Marionette Lines |
The lines that extend downwards from the corners of the mouth. Also known as oral commissures. |
| Marjoram Oil |
Warming And Stimulating, The Oil Increases Blood Flow And Aids In Cell Reproduction Of The Skin. |
| Mascara |
Mascara is a cosmetic used to darken, thicken and define eyelashes. |
| Mate Extract |
Extracted From Ilex Paraguariensis, Or Paraguay Tea, Has Been Shown To Reduce Irritation Often Associated With The Use Of Alpha And Beta Hydroxy Acids In Cosmetic Formulations. Because Of Its High Concentration Of Theophylline And Other Anti-Irritant Xanthines, Paraguay Tea Is Ideal For Use In Skin Smoothing Formulations. It Is Also An Astringent, A Stimulant And A Vasodilator. |
| Mechanical Exfoliation |
A Physical Process In Which The Body Is Rubbed With An Abrasive Product Or With A Coarse Handheld Item Such As A Loofah. |
| Melanin |
A skin pigment that gives the skin its color. Dark-skinned people have more melanin than light skinned people. Melanin also acts as a sunscreen and protects the skin from ultraviolet light. |
| Men's aftershave |
Aftershave is a men’s toiletry product that is classified as a cosmetic or a fragrance. |
| Mens cologne |
Perfume or Fragrance meant solely for Men. |
| Men's deodorant |
A lotion or roll on deodorant for men. |
| Mens fragrances |
Perfume or aftershave for men. |
| Men's skin care |
Usually reffering to shaving products or other cosmetic products meant for men. |
| Menthol (Oil Of Peppermint) |
A Natural Cooling Agent, Derived From Mint Oils. Anti-Inflammatory And Anti-Itching To The Skin. Imparts A Cool, Fresh And Clean Feeling To The Skin. |
| Menu |
A Spa Menu Is Like That At A Restaurant. It Lists All Of The Services That A Client Can Order When Visiting. |
| Methylparaben/Propylparaben |
Food Grade Preservatives Developed In Europe And Used To Ensure Shelf Life, Hygienic Stability Of All Bio-Logics® Products. Non-Irritating, Non-Sensitizing And Non-Toxic. |
| Methylsilanol Carboxymethyl Theophylline Alginate |
A Plant-Derived Complex Used For Its Slimming Action On Cellulitic Tissue. The Theophylline Portion Of The Compound Acts At The Cellular Membrane Level Of The Fat Cells. It Effects The Enzymatic Breakdown Of Lipids, The Regeneration Of Connective Tissue And The Inflammatory Process Associated With Tissue Compression By Fat Cells. |
| Microdermabrasion |
A technique using tiny particles that pass through a vacuum tube which gently abrades the skin surface, smoothing it and stimulating new cell growth. |
| Microlipoinjection |
A procedure which uses autologous fat taken from one body area and re-injected into wrinkles, skin depressions or folds. |
| Micronised Marine Algae |
Derived From Seaweeds And Processed Under Cold Pressure Explosion To Form A Fine Powder. Softening And Moisturizing To The Skin, Algae Also Has Detoxifying And Diuretic Properties. |
| Microsponges |
Microscopic Spheres Capable Of Absorbing Skin Secretions, Therefore Reducing Oiliness And Shine From The Skin. Spherical Particles Composed Of Clusters Of Even Tinier Spheres. Capable Of Holding Four Times Their Weight In Skin Secretions. Clinical Studies Demonstrated That The Use Of Microsponges In A Lotion Reduced Perceived Oiliness On The Skin By 50%; Shine Was Reduced By 20%. |
| Milk Protein |
A Soothing, Skin Cleansing Preparation. A Natural Protein Complex Used For Its Mild Cleansing Properties And Soothing Action On The Skin. Milk Compresses Can Be Used To Soothe An Allergic Skin Reaction And Are Used In Cleansing Preparations For Their Mild Action. |
| Mineral Baths |
A Bath Usually Drawn Using A Natural Mineral Spring Supply Of Water At Very Specific Temperatures With Recommended Soaking Times. Minerals Vary From Spring To Spring And Determine The Action Of The Bath On The Body. |
| Mineral Oil |
A natural ingredient that is one of the safest, most non |
| Minerals |
Naturally Occurring Substances That Play A Crucial Role In The Body'S Metabolic Processes. They Are Required By The Body To Function Properly. |
| Moisturizer |
A lotion used to moisturize dry skin. |
| Moisturizing lotion |
A lotion used to moisturize dry skin. |
| Moor Mud |
A Low-Moor Peat From The Neydharting Moor In Austria That Is Well Known For Its Anti-Inflammatory Effects. It Is Regularly Mined And Shipped To The United States For Spa Treatments. |
| Moor/Peat Baths |
This Treatment May Be Administered As A Bath, Cloth, Or Pack, Using A Vitamin, Mineral, And Protein-Rich Peat Preparation. |
| Mucilage |
A Gelatinous Substance Found In Plants And Animals That Is Extracted For Cosmetic Purposes From Plants Such As Seaweeds. It Is Composed Of Protein And Polysaccharides And Is Used To Give Cosmetics A Creamy Substance And To Moisturize And Protect The Skin. |
| Mud Baths |
Mud Baths Are Similar To Mineral Or Seaweed Baths In Terms Of Temperature And Duration, But Have Their Own Unique Action On The Body Determined By Source Of Mud And Mud Contents (Usually Both Mineral And Plant Materials). |
| Mugwort Herb Extract (Artemisia Vulgaris) |
Traditionally, Mugwort Herb Has Been Used In Sedating Formulas To Offset The Usual Stress Related Digestive Complaints. An Aromatic Bitter That Stimulates Gastric Secretion For The Treatment Of "Weak Digestion" And Should Accompany The Use Of Sedating Herbs. |
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NAD is the acronym for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme derived from vitamin B, nicotinic acid, and is responsible for various metabolic processes within the cells. Among its many benefits, it has been shown to promote improved cellular metabolism, stimulate the natural repair processes of the cells and stimulate a receptor that reduces hyperpigmentation. |
| Nail polish |
A laquer or paint that is applied to the nails to make them look nice. |
| Nasolabial Folds |
The lines which run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth. Also known as smile lines. |
| Neem Extracts |
Rejuvenating Effects On The Skin As Well As Its Detoxifying And Purifying Attributes. Researchers Have Found That Continued Use Of These Extracts Helps Stop Dental Plaque Build-Up And Infection, And Reduces Redness, Inflammation And Pain. |
| Neroli Oil |
Extracted From Orange Flowers And Helps Improve Circulation. A Warming And Relaxing Oil Which Has A Gently Stimulating Effect. |
| Nettles Leaves (Urtica Dioica) |
Habitat - The Temperate Regions Of Europe And Asia, South Africa, Australia, The Andes, And Temperate Regions Of The United States. Appearance Heart-Shaped, Finely-Toothed Leaves, Tapering To A Point, With Green Flowers In Long, Branched Clusters. Over 500 Species, Many With The Characteristic Stinging Hairs On The Stems And Leaves, Thus The Name “Stinging Nettles.” Fibrous Raw Material. Odor - A Very Slight Leafy Odor. Functional Benefits - Heat Sensation Following Touching Of The Raw Material; Irritant, Astringent. Adds Gloss And Luster To Finished Products. |
| Niacinamide |
The chemical structure of this form of Vitamin B3, Niacin, differs from nicotinic acid and the Pro-Niacinô molecule. Also called vitamin B3, niacin, and nicotinic acid. Niacinamide is hydrophilic and therefore cannot be absorbed efficiently by the lipid-rich skin. Furthermore, unlike nicotinic acid, it does not promote the release of leptin (a natural repair hormone). |
| Nioxin |
Shampoo that is applied to the scalp to encourage natural hair growth. |
| Non-Comedogenic |
A substance that does not contribute to the formation of blackheads or pimples on the skin. |
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| Oatmeal |
An ingredient with anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties. |
| Octocrylene |
A premium, water-resistant sunscreen agent that protects against UVB sun rays, which are more likely to cause sunburn than UVA sun rays.
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| Olfactory Response |
Olfaction Is The Sense Of Smell. An Olfactory Response Includes The Mental, Emotional, Or Spiritual Changes That May Be Elicited By An Aroma. |
| Oral Commissures |
The lines that extend downwards from the corners of the mouth. Also known as marionette lines. |
| Orange Oil |
Extracted From The Plant, Citrus Aurantium. Soothing, Hydrating, Calming Oil That Reduces Irritation. Used In Essential Oils Blends For Treatment Of Cellulite. |
| Orange Peel (Citrus Auranthium) |
Habitat - Native To All Temperate, Subtropical And Tropical Areas Of The Globe. Mainly Cultivated As A Food Source. Appearance - Small Trees Bearing Green Fruit That Expand And Usually Become Yellow To Orange Colored Upon Maturing. Odor - Fragrance, Refreshing Citrus Odor. Distinct Orange Note. Functional Benefits - Has Anti-Inflammatory And Anti-Bacterial Properties. Adds Freshening Appeal To Products. |
| Oxygen Therapy |
Also, Called Enriched Oxygenated Aromatherapy. Use Of Humidified Oxygen Infused With Aromas And Flavors For Therapeutic Purposes. Oxygen Is Delivered Via Tanks Or A Machine That Extracts It From The Atmosphere. |
