Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “D”

The following is a list of common lotion terms and definitions. Special thanks to Australian Gold, California Tan and Designer Skin for their help in compiling this glossary.

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Dandelion Extract—Also known as Taraxcum Officinale Extract, the roots and leaves of this plant contain Carotenoids, vitamins A, B, C, D and minerals (primarily potassium and iron). Dandelion Extract has antioxidant properties that are beneficial to the skin.

Deep Sea Blend—Deep Sea Blend delivers skin soothing and smoothing benefits to help deepen rich color and create a smooth tan.

DHA—See Dihydroxyacetone.

DHA Bronzers—See Dihydroxyacetone.

Diamond Dust—See Diamond/Ferment Lysate Filtrate.

Diamond/Ferment Lysate Filtrate—Derived from crystallized modification of carbon and used as a luxurious, elegant additive. Crushed diamonds supply amino acids to the skin that have a nourishing, vitalizing and anti-aging effect.

Diazolidinyl Urea—See Germall Plus and Germaben II.

Dicaprylyl Ether—A skin-conditioning agent.

Diguanosine Tetraphosphate—See Plankton Extract.

Dihydroxyacetone—Often referred to as DHA, Dihydroxyacetone is an effective bronzer, or sunless tanning agent, that is widely used in cosmetic products worldwide. Unlike a UV-produced suntan in which the skin’s tanned appearance is the result of an increase in melanin in the skin, a sunless tan is limited to the upper layer of the skin and results from a reaction between DHA and skin proteins. The development of sunless tanning color takes anywhere from 2 to 4 hours and the intensity is dependent on the concentration of DHA in the formula.

Diisopropyl Adipate—This ingredient is a clear, colorless liquid that is an excellent solvent for perfumes and aroma chemicals. It has a dry feel with no residue and absorbs quickly into the skin with no tacky after-feel. It is a major component in dry oil sprays.