functions of ingredients

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  • Created on: 05-02-24 12:24
Parabens
A preservative
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mineral oils
occlusive to increase moisture levels by providing a physical barrier to skin or hair moisture loss.
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Emollient
provides occlusivity and improves the appearance of the skin by smoothing flaky skin cells.
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oxidising agents
used to redox reactions to provide oxygen to aid chemical services such as neutralising perms and colouring/lightening hair.
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stabilisers
maintains shelf life of a product
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antiseptics
prevent infection of the skin by bacteria
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humectants
a substance used to preserve moisture content
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uv filters
absorb or reflect uv rays
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pigments
addition of colour to products
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emulsifiers
mix a number of immiscible products
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exfoliators
removes dead skin
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astrigents
has a drying effect on the skin
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hydrating
adding moisture
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hypoallergenic
tested to reduce allergic reactions
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non-comedogenic
minimises the blocking of pores/anti acne
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soothing
calming to reduce erythema
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regenerating
encourages cell renewal
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anti-oxidant
helps prevent/reduce free radicals (skin), to reduce the effects of oxidation in redox reactions (hair)
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stimulating
encourages growth and skin cell repair
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dihydroxyacetone
pigments used in tanning products
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depilatory
removal of unwanted hair
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paraphenylenediamine
pigment used in permanent hair colours
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mineral oils

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occlusive to increase moisture levels by providing a physical barrier to skin or hair moisture loss.

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Emollient

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oxidising agents

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stabilisers

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