HAIR & SKIN GLOSSARY TERMS & DEFINITIONS B

Definition guide of skin and hair care terms. We define active organic and high-end ingredients with big impact. New terms updated regularly.

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B3 – Be    Bh – Bu

 

Bhringraj

Bhringraj is another name for False Daisy. It is an Ayurvedic herb with medicinal properties. Bhringraj oil is commonly used for hair rejuvenation. It reduces hair fall by strengthening hair roots and promoting blood circulation. It can reduce premature hair graying. It is also seen in acne skin care as an antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory.

Bibhitaki

Bibhitaki Fruits Extract is high in Vitamin C and fights skin allergies.

Bifida Ferment Lysate, Bifida Extract

Bifida Extract or Bifida Ferment Lysate is a probiotic in the kombucha family. It reduces skin sensitivity and kick starts the skin into healing itself. [10] It enables more sensitive skin to tolerate the potential irritation of transformative topicals, like Vitamin C or retinols.

Biotin

Biotin is Vitamin H. Biotin is in many hair growth supplements because it helps hair cells reach full growth cycle. It builds keratin, the foundation of hair and nail growth. Biotin is also included in some shampoos for direct scalp applications. It maintains blood sugar levels and is known to grow strong, long hair and nails.

Biotin deficiency symptoms include hair loss, dry skin, and cracking of the corners of the mouth. Biotin is naturally found in nuts, eggs, avocado, and cauliflower.

Topical Biotin aids skin hydration, moisturizes, and restores dry skin. It also helps fight acne. It makes skin glow, reduces redness and skin cracking.

Black cumin oil come from Black cumin seeds of the Nigella sativa, AKA virgin in the green flower

Black Cumin Seed Oil, Black Seed Oil

Black Cumin Oil is for dry hair, treating eczema and psoriasis, and for hair growth. It is an anti-inflammatory that soothes scalp conditions that cause flakiness and sensitivity. It also kills fungal infections.

Black Cumin Oil works well with other ingredients to provide therapeutic effects. Black Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the flower Nigella sativa seeds of the flower.

Bladderwrack Extract

Bladderwrack Is a form of seaweed. It reduces the pooling of the blood pigment heme under the skin. Heme accumulation results in dark circles with a purple or brown tint. Especially helpful on under eye circles.

Limited studies show topical application of Bladderwrack extract supports collagen [11] and elastin production and a reduction in the appearance of cellulite. [12]

Blueberry Seed Oil

Organic blueberry seed oil minimizes fine lines on lips. It promotes skin elasticity for firmer, youthful skin.

Borage Oil

Borage Oil is applied to the skin and taken orally in supplements. It contributes to scalp health and reduces inflammation. It is a good fat that contributes towards lush hair. It calms the skin with nourishing GLAs.

Botanical

A botanical is an ingredient that comes from herbs, roots, flowers, fruits, leaves or seeds.

A natural ingredient, but the processing may or may not be clean and green or organic.

Brahmi

Brahmi (Bacopa) has long been used in India for hair and skin. It is a free-radical fighter, which makes hair look younger longer. In hair care, it promotes long and shiny hair growth. It is used for men’s beards for thickness and fuller growth. It is available in both an oil or powder for use in hair treatments. Often used with Amla and Bhringraj.

Brassica Campestris

Brassica Campestris is better known as mustard or rapeseed oil. It is an emollient antioxidant that is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. [13]. Skin conditioner.

A combination of two natural oils that provide a soft and smooth finish and help form a “film” for product staying power.

 

Brazil Nut Seed Oil

Cold-press unrefined Bertholletia excelsa is Brazil nut seed oil. Cold-pressed preserves the most nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. It is a restorative antioxidant that fights UV damage.

Brazil nut oil is an outstanding anti-aging oil that reduces transepidermal water loss. It promotes skin elasticity via minerals such as Copper. It also nourishes and refines the skin with Vitamins E, A, C, and D. It provides hydration and imparts a natural skin glow via fatty acids including linoleic, oleic fatty acids, and palmitic acid.

Broad Spectrum CBD 

Broad Spectrum CBD oil comes from hemp leaves. It has all of the helpful cannabinoids such as CBG and CBN but without the intoxicating effects of THC. It is less processed than a CBD Isolate.

Broad Spectrum CBD will not get you high or make you feel altered.

burdock

Buffer, Buffering Agent

A neutral or soothing ingredient that minimizes the irritation level of a solution when an acid or a base is added. An example would be a moisturizer such as Aloe Vera or Jojoba added to a Retinol product.

Burdock

Topically applied Burdock kills bacteria before it can cause acne. It also fades scars.

Buriti Fruit Oil

Buriti Fruit Oil (Maurita Flexuosa) comes from the moriche palm tree, found in the Amazon Rainforest.

It is rich in vitamin E, C and pro-vitamin A.  It sinks into deeper skin layers to treat wrinkles and fine lines.

Buriti Fruit Oil is amazing for healing burns and scars. It also supports collagen and elastin production.

Butylene Glycol

Butylene Glycol is organic alcohol, one of the good alcohols. It is a conditioning agent that softens skin, a humectant that coats the cell surface.

 

 

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