Skin Care Glossary
Amino-Peptide
Amino-peptides have demonstrated a remarkable anti-inflammatory effect deep within the skin's surface that promotes anti-aging properties, including tissue regeneration.
Camellia Oleifera A tea-oil that is believed to have potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties.
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Found in the leaves of green tea, it is a strong antioxidant that is often used in anti-aging formulas as well as a soothing toner.
Citric Acid Found in citric fruits and used to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline.
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract Contains natural acids that help to loosen the bonds of dead skin cells from the surface. It also acts as a skin toner, and helps to keep skin soft and white while providing a natural sunscreen.
Dimethicone Type of silicone that feels like silk on the skin, even when skin is wet. It is also used for improving the appearance of scars.
Dimethiconol Type of silicone that feels like silk on the skin, even when skin is wet. It is also used for improving the appearance of scars.
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.
Green Tea Found in the leaves of green tea, it is a strong antioxidant that is often used in anti-aging formulas as well as a soothing toner.
Mulberry Extracts Also called Sohakuhi. credited with many healing functions for many years. Obtained from the dried skin of the root of the mulberry found throughout Japan where this extract is produced.
Camellia Oleifera A tea-oil that is believed to have potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties.
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Found in the leaves of green tea, it is a strong antioxidant that is often used in anti-aging formulas as well as a soothing toner.
Citric Acid Found in citric fruits and used to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline.
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract Contains natural acids that help to loosen the bonds of dead skin cells from the surface. It also acts as a skin toner, and helps to keep skin soft and white while providing a natural sunscreen.
Dimethicone Type of silicone that feels like silk on the skin, even when skin is wet. It is also used for improving the appearance of scars.
Dimethiconol Type of silicone that feels like silk on the skin, even when skin is wet. It is also used for improving the appearance of scars.
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.
Green Tea Found in the leaves of green tea, it is a strong antioxidant that is often used in anti-aging formulas as well as a soothing toner.
Mulberry Extracts Also called Sohakuhi. credited with many healing functions for many years. Obtained from the dried skin of the root of the mulberry found throughout Japan where this extract is produced.
