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C13-15 Alkane 

C13-15 alkane is a silky, softening emollient.

C (Vitamin, Serum)

Vitamin C in food and supplement form supports immune system health and new cell production, including skin and hair. Vitamin C is applied topically for targeted skin-rejuvenation.  It is an anti-aging, acne reducing, dark pigmentation fading powerhouse. Vitamin C is a building block for collagen, the support structure of the skin. Vitamin C also fades acne scars and improves sun-damaged skin texture. Best use is applying Vitamin C serum daily and Retinol at night.

C Ester 

C Ester is a potent, pure and stable form of  Vitamin C that is less acidic than other Vitamin C variants. It does not cause as much irritation and redness as other forms of C. It is the recommended form for an oral C supplement and for skin application. The ingredient label may refer to it as C Ester or Ascorbyl Palmitate.

Caffeine, such as found in coffee beans, stimulates blood circulation and reduces puffiness

Caffeine

Caffeine is common in eye and cellulite creams as it reduces puffiness and inflammation. Caffeine has antioxidant properties and slows down photoaging. On the scalp, Caffeine encourages blood flow to nourish follicles and encourage healthy growth. Caffeine can be drying to the skin if it is not paired with adequate moisturizing products.

Calcium

Calcium supplements maintain healthy bones, posture, intracellular signaling, and hormonal secretion. Frequently seen within multi-vitamins.

Calendula

Calendula Extract

Calendula Extract comes from the Calendula flower. Calendula promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Calophyllum, Calophyllic Acid

A rare fatty acid, calophyllic acid, which is found in Tamanu Oil. Various studies verified the wound healing, safety, and antibacterial properties of Calophyllum [1], the principle active catalyst of Calophyllic Acid.

Camellia Japonica

Camellia Japonica is also known as Japanese Camellia or tsubaki.  It is the authentic Japanese Camellia seen in brands like Tatcha and SK-II. Originally known as an ancient Japanese beauty secret used by Geishas for high shine in hair and optimal skin care.  All camellia variants help skin, but  Camilla japonica oil is the real deal. An excellent antioxidant and moisturizer, Camellia japonica oil is rich in Omega 9. Omega 9 helps the skin retain hydration.  Camellia japonica oil also contains polyphenols, vitamins A, D, C, and E. This non-comedogenic oil promotes skin elasticity. [2]  This variant of Camellia oil (Japonica) is more difficult to obtain but worth the effort. It the most effective at transdermal collagen and elastin delivery.

Camilla

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil smooths rough skin patches and repairs the skin barrier. It also smoothes hair in a conditioner or leave-in serum.

Camelia Sinensis

Camelia Sinensis is the leaves of green and white tea. It is beneficial as a beverage and when applied topically to skin and hair. It is gentle yet powerful. It contains phenols and EGCG. As a topical ingredient, it evens the skin tone. It is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It reduces redness and inflammation around the delicate eye area. White tea also contains EGCG, which enables the production of new cells in the epidermis [3]. It contains phenols to strengthen collagen and elastin. This gives skin a bouncy, younger look while delaying wrinkles. Carapa guianensis is andiroba seed oil. It is cold-pressed extracted from the Andiroba tree seeds of the Amazon Forest. Andiroba seed oil is naturally rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A, C and E, and fatty acids. It is ideal for dry skin types as an emollient that is easily absorbed. It promotes skin elasticity.

Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax is a vegan substitute for beeswax with similar properties. It works well with other waxes for improved product consistency and to raise melting points without chemicals.

Cannabigerol (CBG)

CBG is short for Cannabigerol, a cannabinoid found in cannabis.

CBG is a very important compound found in Cannabis. It is the parent Cannabinoid to CBD.

CBG works with other cannabinoids for an entourage effect on skincare issues such as acne and skin rejuvenation.  CBG is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory. It is also an antioxidant to fight oxidative stress and aging skin cells.

CBG addresses skin conditions such as moderate photo-damage, eczema and psoriasis. [4]

CBG is found in skin products with Full-Spectrum CBD. It’s presence in a product can be confirmed by the brand with a COA (Certificate of Analysis) report.

Cannabidiol (CBD)

A naturally occurring biologically active chemical constituents of hemp or cannabis. CBD oil comes from cannabis sativa L, a form of Agricultural Hemp with all of the benefits of the plant and low THC.  Research shows CBD is helpful for skin issues such as acne, aging, eczema, and psoriasis.

Caprylyl Glycol

One of the “good” alcohols that binds to moisture.  A humectant. Caprylyl Glycol is skin-conditioning. It is an alcohol derived from caprylic acid. Caprylic acid is a fatty acid found in milk, coconut and and palm oil

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is one of the cleanest ingredients with no reported toxicity, it is safe enough to be food grade. Capriylic Triglyceride naturally occurs in palm kernel or coconut oil. It is a mixed ester composed of caprylic and capric fatty acids attached to glycerin.

Caprylic/capric triglyceride is a natural skin replenishing emollient that creates a barrier on the skin’s surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture. [5] It can make greasy ingredients leave a non-greasy finish. A gentle ingredient. Caprylic/capric triglyceride creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to reduce moisture loss and address dryness.

Carapa Guianesis Seed Oil 

Carapa guianensis is andiroba seed oil. It is cold-pressed extracted from the Andiroba tree seeds of the Amazon Forest. Andiroba seed oil is naturally rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A, C and E, and fatty acids. It is ideal for dry skin types as an emollient that is easily absorbed. It promotes skin elasticity.

Carbomer

Carbomer is a texture enhancing stabilizer, gives skincare products a gel like consistency. It can increase skin permeation and retention of active ingredients.
Research indicates Carbomer is considered a safe chemical to stabilize a product. It is far less likely to cause a skin reaction compared to other stabilizers.

Carica Papaya Seed Oil 

Papaya Seed Oil is high in Tocopherols and Carotenoids, it’s an antioxidant and improves skin elasticity, reduces wrinkles, moisturizes, and promotes skin cell regeneration.It has an amazing fatty acid profile, including linoleic and Behenic acid. It is exceptionally soothing to dry skin.

Caryocar Braziliensis

Caryocar braziliensis is also known as pequi fruit oil. It is rich in fatty acids.Pequi fruit oil heals acne scars and eczema. It’s rich emollients soothe dry, damaged skin.

Moisturizing and refining, it is high in Vitamin A and E.

Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide

A botanical hyaluronic acid derived from the seed of the Cassia angustifolium plant.It is high in anti-oxidants and is hydrating.Its’ flavonoid compounds help defend skin’s surface against damage from environmental pollutants.^[6,7]

Castor oil seeds

Castor Seeds. Castor seed oil is a humectant

Castor Seed Oil

Castor Seed Oil is a humectant that moisturizes hair and skin. It reduces inflammation, heals scars and hydrates. Castor Seed Oil is rich in vitamins and fatty acids to nourish both hair and scalp. Castor Seed Oil has been used to promote hair growth. No scientific studies to date correlate Castor Oil with hair regrowth or stop loss.  Castor Seed Oil does help barriers to hair growth such as scalp infection, chronically dry scalps, or other scalp inflammation. Castor Seed Oil temporarily plumps the hair with moisture for a fuller and healthier look. It also gives hair more flexibility, protecting new hairs and existing brittle hair. Castor Oil calms frizzy hair and is useful for eyelash growth and conditioning.

Sea Grapes

Caulpera Lentilifera

Caulpera Lentilifera (Green Algae) Extract is an edible seaweed known as sea grapes or green caviar. It is high in minerals with reported anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. Caulpera Lentilifera contains fucoidan. Fucoidan promotes fibroblast cell production. Fibroblast cells produce collagen and promote wound healing. Fucoidan renews and brightens the skin while reducing wrinkle depth and skin spot intensity. [8] Caulpera Lentilifera contains Alginic acids to strengthen the lipid barrier, retain hydration and elasticity.  Sea Grapes are also rich in amino acids for glowing, supple skin.

Cedarwood Extract

Cedarwood extract is derived from the needles, leaves, bark, and berries of cedar trees. Cedarwood reduces hair loss by balancing oil production. It also has antifungal and antibacterial properties to keep the scalp healthy.  A double-blind, evidence-based method study showed a mix of lavender, rosemary, and cedarwood extract reduced hair loss significantly amongst alopecia areata patients. [9]

Cehami

Cehami is a humectant, filling the skin with moisture. It is an extract from an Australian daisy. It is an effective anti-itch analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and cellular regeneration accelerant. Cehami makes skin look healthier and younger.

Cellulose

Cellulose is found in volumizing shampoos to temporarily plump the texture of hair strands.

Centella Asiatica AKA Gota Kola improves skin elasticity for firmer skin

Centella Asiatica extract

Centella asiatica extract is better known as Gotu Kola. Gotu Kola is especially good at improving elasticity and reduce sagging. It boosts antioxidant activity, strengthenings the skin and increases blood circulation. [10]

Ceramides

Ceramides are the fatty acids that help to hold cells together and protect the epidermis. Natural ceramides deplete with age or due to excessive stripping of the natural skin oils. Ceramides found in topical formulations come from either plant sources or are created synthetics which are generally considered safe[11]. A few safe ceramides include the following:

Ceramide-2

Ceramide-2 is one of the ceramides that hold the lipid barrier which protects the skin. We are born with enough ceramides but lose them with age or sometimes with overly harsh facial washing. Ceramide-2 is used for its’ ability to moisturize and hold moisture in the skin.

Ceramide-3

Ceramide-3 is an excellent moisturizing agent, highly useful as a buffer for potent actives. Trihydroxypalmitamidohydroxypropyl Myristyl Ether, AKA Ceramide-3, keeps skin hydrated without being greasy. Ceramide-3 enhances the smooth product finish while repairing the skin barrier. Ceramide-3 keeps skin hydrated without being greasy.

Ceramide AP

Ceramide AP is a long-chain fatty acid ceramide found in the skin. It is one of the primary ceramides. It works well with other ceramides to keep skin hydrated. Decreased levels of AP related to environmental stressors are often correlated with skin barrier conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Ceramide AP is most effective when topically applied with cholesterol to counteract skin barrier problems.^[12]

Ceramide EOP

Ceramide EOP a ceramide that works best with other ceramides and cholesterol to protect the skin barrier and resiliency.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide NP is a ceramide found in the skin. It is a hydrating, anti-aging emollient to protect upper skin layers. Containing fatty acids, it reinforces the skin barrier on dehydrated skin.^[13]

Certified Organic

Certified Organic is when an Organic Certification Body or organization verifies that an ingredient was grown, prepared, processed and packaged without the use of synthetic fertilizers or chemicals.

Cetearyl Olivate

Cetearyl Olivate is a combination of the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids from Olives. It is not drying because Cetearyl Olivate is moisture attracting and retaining. Olive oil fatty acids have skin-enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols. These make skin glow! Cetearyl Olivate will not clog pores.

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REFERENCES

1. Lguillier, Teddy et al. “The Wound Healing and Antibacterial Activity of Five Ethnomedical Calophyllum inophyllum Oils: An Alternative Therapeutic Strategy to Treat Infected Wounds. “ PLos vol. 10,9 e0138602. 25 Sep. 2015
2. Jung, E. et al. Effect of Camellia japonica oil on human type I procollagen production and skin barrier function. Journal of ethnopharmacology 112.1, 127-131 (2007)
3. Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, issue 1, pages 79-96
4. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, June 2017, pages 139-154
5. Hay IC, Jamieson M, Ormerod AD. “Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata.” Arch Dermatol. 1998;134(11):1349-1352. doi:10.1001/archderm.134.11.1349
6. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2015, pages 456-463
7. Naveed, Akhtar & Zaman, Shahiq uz & Khan, Barkat & Khan, Haji M. shoaib & Ahmad, Mahmood & Rasool, Fatima & Mahmood, Tariq & Rasul, Akhtar. (2011). Evaluation of various functional skin parameters using a topical cream of Calendula officinalis extract. African journal of pharmacy and pharmacology. 5. 199-206
8. Fitton JH, Dellâ-Acqua G, Gardiner V-A, Karpiniec SS, Stringer DN, Davis E. Topical Benefits of Two Fucoidan-Rich Extracts from Marine Macroalgae. Cosmetics. 2015; 2(2):66-81.
9. Camera E., Mastrofrancesco A., Fabbri C., Daubrawa F., Picardo M., Sies H., Stahl W. Astaxanthin, canthaxanthin and beta-carotene differently affect UVA-induced oxidative damage and expression of oxidative stress-responsive enzymes. Exp. Dermatol. 2009;18:222-231. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0625.2008.00790.x.
10. Gohil, Kashmira J et al. “Pharmacological Review on Centella asiatica: A Potential Herbal Cure-all. “Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences” vol. 72,5 (2010): 546-56. doi:10.4103/0250-474X.78519
11. Burnett, Christina L et al. “Safety Assessment of Ceramides as Used in Cosmetics.” International journal of toxicology vol. 39,3_suppl (2020): 5S-25S. doi:10.1177/1091581820958692
12. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2016, pages 135-147
13. Panossian, Alexander, and Georg Wikman. “Effects of Adaptogens on the Central Nervous System and the Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Their Stress-Protective Activity.” Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) vol. 3,1 188-224. 19 Jan. 2010, doi:10.3390/ph3010188

Glossary of ingredients. Decode ingredient list labels with this definition guide of skin & hair care buzzwords. Focusing on clean ingredients with effective results.

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A (Vitamin)

Topical Vitamin A is retinoids. Retinol has powerful anti-aging and collagen production properties. Retinoids treat acne and fade acne scars. Vitamin A keeps the scalp moist by producing healthy sebum, which keeps hair from drying out and breaking off. It also facilitates the hair growth phase. Too little or too much vitamin A from supplements can cause hair loss. Proper dosage is necessary. Vitamin A promotes the growth and repair of body tissues.

Abyssinian Seed Oil

Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and absorbs easily. It contains linoleic acid, which is the predominant fat in skin cells. It forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated. It offers high spreadability with no tack. Abyssinian Seed Oil uniquely contains a high percentage of unsaturated C22 fatty acids, making it highly resistant to oxidation.

Acacia

Acacia (Shikakai) is a flowering shrub. It improves hair texture as a conditioning agent. It nourishes the scalp to promote hair growth. Shikakai is also used as a gentle shampoo. Combine with Amla as a hair treatment.

On the skin, Acacia moisturizes, firms, and tightens; it reduces the look of wrinkles and smooths skin. It is often used in natural peel-off face masks to form a film.

Acacia dealbata

Acacia dealbata is mimosa flower absolute, with the purest form found in Grasse, France. Mimosa benefits oily and sensitive skins. It contains Lupeol, an anti-inflammatory.

Acai, AÇAI

A Brazilian fruit that is high in nutrients and antioxidants. It is an antioxidant and considered a superfood. When applied topically, it delays signs of aging. While everyone can benefit from Acai, it is particularly useful for skin that has not yet shown signs of aging.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-1

Acetyl hexapeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide of several amino acids. It enables the skin to defend against environmental aggressors while evening out skin tone via melanin regulation.

 

Acetyl hexapeptide-37

Acetyl hexapeptide-37 is a synthetic peptide. It is a combination of amino acids alanine, proline, serine, and glycine. Acetyl hexapeptide-37 balances the water in the skin’s surface layers to alleviate dehydrated skin.

Achillea Millefolium Extract or Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium Extract

Achillea Millefolium Extract is Yarrow. Traditionally used in both eastern and western ancient medicine and folk medicine practice, it reduces inflammation while promoting healing and circulation.

Activated Charcoal

A form of charcoal carbon, generally in powder form, used in cleansers and masks to absorb excess oil from pores. It is also used to naturally whiten teeth. While not abrasive or directly drying, because it is so highly absorbent, activated charcoal products are generally not for daily use.

Adapalene

Adapalene is Differin, OTC retinol available for acne.

 

Phaseolus Angularis or Adzuki Seed

Adzuki Seed Powder

Adzuki Seed Powder, AKA Phaseolus Angularis, is a Japanese beauty secret. Adzuki Seeds are a bean. When ground, they make a powder. These ground beans are a natural exfoliant. They are not sharp or jagged like exfoliating nutshells seen in some products. They provide a gentle effective buffing to the skin to exfoliate without damage.

Agar

A sugar molecule made from algae which is used in makeup, cleansers, and shampoo as a thickener. It has some antioxidant benefits. Replaces chemical fillers in clean formulations.

Age Spots

Age spots are small and flat pigment spots due to sun exposure. Age spots usually occur after the age of 40. Regular sunscreen use can prevent age spots due to photodamage. Vitamin C serums can fade age spot discoloration.

Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract

Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract comes from the Lady’s mantle flower/herb. It is rich in tannins, flavonoids, and salicylic acid. Salicylic build collagen and treats acne.

Alcohol

Alcohol used as a stabilizer in products. Not all alcohols in skin and hair care are drying or irritating. There are “good” moisture-binding alcohols, preservative alcohols that are considered neutral to helpful, and “bad” alcohols that can be drying to hair and skin.

kukui seed oil comes from kukui nuts

Aleurites Moluccana

Aleurites moluccana is kukui seed oil. It is used to intensely hydrate and moisture skin.

This oil can do something unusual: it can penetrate into the deep layers of the skin. This is exciting since it also helps promote collagen production. The deeper the skin can make collagen, the firmer it looks.

Algae Extract

Algae Extract is packed with skin essential vitamins and minerals. It not only detoxifies the skin. but algae conditions, hydrates, and softens skin while refining skin texture. The amino acids in algae neutralize free-radicals. Algae can improve skin barrier function. The Polyphenols in algae offer anti-aging benefits. ^[1] Red and brown algae each have unique properties within skincare. Algae used in tandem with light therapy offers increased benefits.

Algae can nourish skin and hair

Alginic acid, Algin

A biopolymer found in brown algae, such as Caulpera Lentilifera. Alginic acid strengthens the lipid barrier, retains hydration and promotes skin elasticity. It holds more than 100x its’ weight in water to retain moisture in the skin.

Almond Seedcake

Almond Seedcake (Extract) is a natural organic coating agent useful in hair conditioners and leave-in treatments. It has amino acids and proteins to strengthen the hair strand and smooth the appearance of the cuticle. Very helpful in restoring the appearance of health on damaged hair.

Alpha Arbutin

A natural skin-lightening agent extracted from bearberry. It inhibits melanocytes from producing melanin. Over time this slowly reduces hyperpigmentation. Effective on acne scars, photoaging, age spots, and certain types of dark undereye circles. Pairs well with Niacinamide

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)

Alpha Hydroxy Acids are often referred to as AHAs. AHAs are a group of acids from sugar cane milk, grapes and citrus. AHAs are highly effective at making skin and wrinkles appear smoother. AHAs remove and loosen cells from the skin surface and helps the skin retain moisture. Some types of AHAs include lactic acid, malic acid, citric acid, and glycolic acid. AHAs are preferred for mature skin as there is no excess scrubbing or rubbing to achieve results.

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is useful as both a vitamin and topical serum. It improves cellular energy production and reduces inflammation, a major cause of aging. It makes the skin have a natural glow. Helps the body best use Vitamin C and CoQ10. ALA improves cellular energy production, making skin look brighter. ALA is 400 times more powerful an antioxidant than Vitamin C and virtually eliminates free radicals.

The gel of the Aloe Vera plant nourishes and soothes skin and hair

 

Aloe Vera, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from the Aloe Vera plant. It feeds the hair with essential nutrients and makes hair smooth, hydrated, soft, and shiny. Aloe Vera has an enzyme that repairs dead skin cells on the scalp for optimal hair growth. Aloe Vera soothes minor burns, scrapes, and heals the skin. It provides nourishment to the skin as it contains Vitamins A, C, Bs, and E as well as minerals and enzymes. This skin food heals, hydrates, and accelerates skin cell growth. It provides anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Alopecia

Alopecia is the complete or partial loss of hair in either gender.

Altreno

Altreno is the first tretinoin lotion made specifically for adult acne.

 

 

 

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References

1. Vinay, T. et al. Beneficial Effects of Marine Algal Compounds in Cosmeceuticals. Marine Drugs 11(1), 146-164 (2013)
2. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 11 (4)  Dec 1, 2012, Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivatives
3. Davinelli S, Nielsen ME, Scapagnini G. Astaxanthin in Skin Health, Repair, and Disease: A Comprehensive Review. Nutrients. 2018 Apr 22;10(4):522. doi: 10.3390/nu10040522. PMID: 29690549; PMCID: PMC5946307.
4. Nishida, Y. and E. Yamashita. œQuenching Activities of Common Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Antioxidants against Singlet Oxygen Using Chemiluminescence Detection System. 2007).
   
5. Camera E., Mastrofrancesco A., Fabbri C., Daubrawa F., Picardo M., Sies H., Stahl W. Astaxanthin, canthaxanthin and beta-carotene differently affect UVA-induced oxidative damage and expression of oxidative stress-responsive enzymes. Exp. Dermatol. 2009;18:222–231. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0625.2008.00790.x.
6. Tominaga K., Hongo N., Karato M., Yamashita E. Cosmetic benefits of astaxanthin on human subjects. Acta Biochim. Pol. 2012;59:43-47.
7. de Oliveira, Ana Paula et al. “Effect of semisolid formulation of persea americana mill (avocado) oil on wound healing” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 2013 (2013): 472382. doi:10.1155/2013/47238

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Some of the hair and skin care ingredients featured on Style Chicks include:

AHA

Almond Oil

Aloe Vera

Amla (Indian gooseberry)

Argan Oil

Argireline

Avocado Oil

Black Cumin Oil

Camellia Japonica Oil (Tsubaki)

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Castor Oil

Citrus Stem Cells

Coconut Oil

Copper

Elastin

Ferulic Acid

Flax Seed Oil

Grapeseed Oil

Glycolic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid

Hydrolyzed Silk

Jojoba Oil

Mandelic Acid

Mango, Mango Seed Butter

Moringa Oleifera

MSM

Retinol

Rosehip Seed Oil

Rosemary Oil

Sachi Inchi Oil

Safflower Oil

Salicylic Acid

Sea Buckthorn Oil

Shea Butter

Sunflower Seed Oil

Squalene

Tamanu Oil

Tea Tree Oil

Tripeptide-10 Citrulline (Peptide)

Vitamin A

Vitamin B

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

Watercress

 

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