Glossary of Little Chick Creations

Soap and Shampoo Ingredients

 

1.   Castor Oil – Humectant

 

2.   Coconut Oil – Moisturizer; rich emollient

 

3.   Grapefruit Seed Extract – Natural preservative, antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-microbial, deodorizer, astringent, antiseptic

 

4.   Jojoba Oil – Humectant; creates a protective film over skin and hair shaft that keeps moisture in; highly effective on dry/sun damaged hair and skin.

5.   Kukui Nut – Moisturizer; benefits acne, eczema, psoriasis, sunburns and chapped skin.

 

6.   Lavender Oil – Relaxing, antiseptic, promotes cell renewal.

7.   Rosemary – Toner and purifier with anti-microbial properties beneficial to both hair and skin.

8.   Olive Oil – Acts as a moisturizer by attracting external moisture and holding it close to the skin while forming a breathable film to prevent the loss of internal moisture.  It does not block or hinder the natural functions of the skin.

 

9.   Palm Oil – Emollient

10.   Peppermint – Antiseptic, astringent, anti-inflammatory; soothes and tones problems in the scalp as well as blemished, irritated skin.

11.  Rosemary – Toner and purifier with anti-microbial  properties beneficial to both hair and skin.

12.  Rose Oil – Used in cosmetics since the 10th century. Balances and elevates the mind.

13.  Sweet Almond Oil – Ideal for very dry, chapped skin; emollient.

14.  Vitamin E – Natural preservative, healing to skin, antioxidant.


Terms:

Humectant – attracts and retains moisture to the skin.

Emollient – Softens, smoothes, and conditions skin.

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