DICTIONARY OF COSMETIC INGREDIENTS

Click on a letter to find an ingredient: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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Lactalbumin - A natural milk protein high in lactic acid and containing the eight amino acids, it has been labeled "the most perfect protein."

Lactic Acid - An acid naturally occurring in milk, which produces pH levels like those of the hair and skin. An rich moisturizer.

Lanolin - The oil obtained from the wool of sheep, used as an absorption base in moisturizers and hair products.

Lavender Oil - Added to ointments and creams for its sedative and cleansing properties. We use oil extracts of both English lavender and lavender from France.

Lecithin - A vegetable extract high in natural fatty acids.

Lemon, Lemon Oil - A skin freshener with antioxidant properties, often used in cosmetics for its cool, pleasant fragrance. Lemon oil is obtained from the peel of the lemon.

Lemon Grass - A freshener often used as a fragrance. Has antioxidant properties.

Lime Tree - Also known as Linden Tree, its flowers contain an essential oil--farnesol--similar to aloe and camomile. An emollient and soothing agent for the skin.

Liquid Protein - (See Vegetable Protein.)

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