INGREDIENT ENCYCLOPEDIA
An Encyclopedia of Ingredients for formulating cosmetics, skin care, spells, and potions in your witchcraft practice.
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Active ingredients are the components in a product that are responsible for its intended therapeutic effect such as an ingredient that fights wrinkles, etc.
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(Eh-MOL-ee-unt) A substance that helps soothe and soften the the skin.
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Emulsifiers are used in cosmetics to mix oil and water into a stable product that won't seperate.
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Humectants are substances that draw water into the skin, hair, or nails.
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Oils are used for their emollient properties and to carry or act as a base for other ingredients.
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A preservative is an ingredient added to cosmetic and personal care products, especially those containing water, to prevent the growth of microorganisms like bacteria, mold, and yeast.
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Solubilizers are often used in cosmetics to help blend or dissolve oils, like essential oils, into water-based products.
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A surfactant (aka a surface-active agent) is a substance that, when added to a liquid, reduces its surface tension, thereby increasing its spreading and wetting properties.
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In cosmetics, a thickener is an ingredient added to increase the viscosity and improve the texture, stability, and performance of a product like creams, lotions, and serums. They enhance how well a product spreads, helps prevent separation of ingredients, and can provide moisturizing benefits.
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