Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “C”

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Chamomile Extract—Also known as Anthemis Nobilis Extract, this is a natural ingredient used as a soothing agent and anti-inflammatory ingredient.

Chamomile Recutita Extract—Chamomile flowers contain lipids consisting of fatty acids such as Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, and Cerotic Acid. Several of these fatty acids comprise the protective barrier layer of the skin. Chamomile has soothing as well as free radical scavenging properties.

Chesnut Extract—This ingredient is obtained from chestnuts and is used to help combat dry skin by protecting the barrier layer of the skin.

CI 77491—This ingredient is a colorant used to color finished formulas. It consists mainly of ferric oxide.

Cinnamomum Loureirii Extract—See Cinnamon Extract.

Cinnamon Extract—Also known as Cinnamomum Loureirii Extract, this extract comes from the stem bark of the cinnamon tree and is considered an astringent and a stimulant of digestive functions. It also has some antiseptic activities and is used as an astringent in cosmetics, often for skin lotions and sun products for oily and/or blotchy skin.

Citric Acid Chelating agent—A pH adjuster and one of the most widely used acids in the cosmetic industry. It is derived from citrus fruit by fermentation of crude sugars.

Citrus Aurantifolia—This is pulp extract of the fruit of lime, which is rich in Malic Acid. Lime fruit pulp contains carbohydrates, organic acids, carotenoids, minerals, flavonoids, and vitamins such as A and C. It promotes moisturization, has antioxidant properties, helps in the formation of collagen and tones and smoothes skin.

Citrus Aurantium Amara Extract—This ingredient is an extract of the flowers of the Bitter Orange. The flower and leaf contain flavonoids, vitamins, terpenoids, and essential oils and is used for its soothing, toning and calming effects on the skin.

Citrus Aurantius Dulcis—Extracted from the fresh fruit of an orange, this extract is rich in nutrients and antioxidants. It also has unique antiseptic, healing, and clarifying properties that make it ideal for cleansing and toning skin.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis—Extracted from the peel of an orange, this extract is rich in flavonoids, glycosides and vitamin C. It is very nutritious and is used in skincare products to help attain youthful skin. It can also be used to assist in lifting and removing stains and odors from the skin. The wax contains antioxidants, vitamins, natural pigments and flavonoids, which provide anti-inflammatory benefits. It acts as an emollient with a soothing skin feel and helps attain youthful skin.

Citrus Medica Limonum—Rich in vitamin C, this ingredient is derived from the juice of a lemon. It is used in skincare for its revitalizing properties. It has acidic qualities and can be used in skincare to assist in lifting and removing stains and odors from the skin.