Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “F”

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.

FD&C Red No.4 (CI 14700)—This ingredient is a colorant used to color finished formulas.

FD&C Yellow No. 5—This ingredient is a colorant used to color finished formulas.

FD&C Yellow No. 6 ( CI 15985)—This ingredient is a colorant used to color finished formulas.

Fig Extract—This extract functions as an antioxidant and is proven for diminishing skin allergies, fighting free radicals that cause wrinkles, and improving skin tone. It is also beneficial in reducing superficial surface skin cells to leave the skin refreshed and renewed.

Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Extract—This extract contains soothing and purifying properties. See Sober Elixir.

Forskolin—See Coelus Forskohlii Extract.

Fragrance—See Parfum.

Fucogel—See Biosaccharide Gum-1.