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GLOSSARY

 AN A-Z GUIDE TO ALL YOUR BEAUTY NEEDS

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Ichthyosis
A genetic skin diseases characterized by the presence of excessive scales
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Idebenone
Organic compound used in skincare products and known for its ability to combat wrinkles and other signs of aging.
Indigotine
The common name for uncertified FD&C Blue No. 2.
Inflammation
Redness, swelling, pain, tenderness, heat, and disturbed function of an area of the body, especially as a reaction of tissues to injurious agents.
Infusion
Tea made by seeping an herb's leaves or flowers in hot water. Inorganic: Being composed of matter other than plant or animal, such as minerals.
Inositol
Helps prevent thinning hair. Vitamin B; an emollient.
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Iron
Mineral that occurs in both plant and animal tissue. Its major function is to combine with protein and copper in making hemoglobin which transports oxygen in the blood from the lungs to the tissues, which need oxygen to maintain basic life functions. Iron also prevents fatigue and promotes good skin tone.
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Iron Oxide
Natural oxides of iron (iron combined with oxygen) varying in color from red to brown, black to orange or yellow, depending on the degree of water added. Inorganic pigments approved for cosmetic use, including the eye area.
Irritant
A substance that consistently and predictably produces an adverse response (such as reddening, swelling, itching, burning, or blistering) in virtually all of the population.
Isopropyl Alcohol
An organic solvent of alcohol family. Used to solubilize resins and polymers. Also found in hair colors to dissolve the oxidation dyes.
Isopropyl Lanolate
A synthetic moisturizer.
Isopropyl Myristate
An emollient and lubricant that reduces the greasy feel of products by replacing other, oilier ingredients. A synthetic moisturizer.
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Isopropyl Palmitate
An ester of palmitic acid from coconut oil used to impart silkiness to the skin and hair. A synthetic moisturizer.
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Ivy Extract
A natural diuretic and cleansing extract that is well known for its skin firming and tightening actions.
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