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Additive
a substance added in small amounts to something else to
improve, strengthen or otherwise alter it
Allergy
an abnormally high sensitivity to certain substances, such as
pollens, foods or microorganisms. Common indictions of allergy
may include sneezing, itching and skin rashes
Amphibole particle
long, extremely thin, microscopic glass-like fibres that are
not filtered by the nose or bronchi because they are so thin and
light
Antibacterial
destroys or inhibits the growth of bacteria
Antifungal
destroys or inhibits the growth of fungi
Arthritis
inflammation of a joint or joints resulting in pain and
swelling
Auto-immune
of or relating to an immune response by the body against one
of its own tissues, cells or molecules
Biodegradable
capable of being decomposed by biological agents, especially
bacteria
Carcinogenic
a substance or agent producing or inciting cancer
Chelating compound
a compound that binds with trace elements to make them
inactive. Should these mineral trace elements bind with other
ingredients there may be unwanted changes in the product that
could affect its smell, texture or consistency
Comedogenic
tending to produce or aggravate acne
Corrode
to wear away
gradually, usually by chemical action
Crohns disease
a serious chronic and progressive inflammation of the ileum
producing frequent bouts of diarrhea with abdominal pain,
nausea, fever and weight loss
Cytotoxic
produces a toxic effect on cells
Degeneration
gradual deterioration of specific tissues, cells, or organs
with corresponding impairment or loss of function, caused by
injury, disease or ageing
Degreaser
an agent that removes grease
Denature
to cause the structure of a protein to unfold, as with heat,
alkali or acid, so that some of its original properties,
especially its biological activity are diminished or eliminated
Dermatitis
inflammation of the skin; skin becomes itchy and may develop
blisters
Detergent
a cleansing agent that acts in a similar manner to soap, but
is made from chemical compounds rather than fats and lye
Eczema
a non-contagious inflammation of the skin, characterized
chiefly by redness, itching and the outbreak of lesions that may
discharge serous matter and become encrusted and scaly
Emulsifier
one that
emulsifies especially a surface-active agent (as a soap)
promoting the formation and stabilization of an emulsion
Genotoxic
a chemical or other agent that damages cellular DNA, resulting
in mutations or cancer
Graves disease
a condition usually caused by excessive production of thyroid
hormone and characterized by an enlarged thyroid gland,
protrusion of the eyeballs, a rapid heartbeat and nervous
excitability
Hives
a skin condition characterized by intensely itching welts and
caused by an allergic reaction to internal or external agents,
and infection, or a nervous condition
Humectant
a substance that promotes retention of moisture
Ingested
to take into the body by the mouth for digestion or absorption
Metabolism
the chemical
processes occurring within a living cell or organism that are
necessary for the maintenance of life. In metabolism some
substances are broken down to yield energy
Mucous membranes
thin skin lining all animal body cavities that come into
contact with the air e.g. eyelids, nose, and digestive passages.
These membranes secrete mucus, which moisturizes, lubricates and
protects.
Mutagenic
an agent that tends to increase the frequency or extent of
mutation
(O)estrogen
general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted
by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual
characteristics
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