Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “H”

Ha-Ho  Hy

Hyaluronic Acid—This ingredient is a potent humectant that absorbs moisture from the air to help hydrate the skin.

Hydracreatine—See Creatine.

Hydratan—This ingredient combines marine silk to help stimulate collagen, as well as keratin synthesis to reduce skin roughness and provides long-term hydration.

Hydrogenated Avocado Oil—This oil, extracted from the fruit of the tree classified as Persea Gratissima, is rich in vitamins and nutrients and is composed of a mixture of saturated and unsaturated triglycerides. This skin softening emollient is a great treatment for overly dry skin.

Hydrogenated Hexyl Olivate—This emollient ingredient comes from the full hydrogenation of olive oil. It contains a hundred percent saturated esters.

Hydrogenated Octyl Olivate—This ingredient contains the full unsaponifiable matter of olive oil. It acts as a non-greasy moisturizer and is very stable to oxidation.

Hydrolyzed Algin (Laminaria D)—See Skin Saver.

Hydrolyzed Casein—This ingredient is the hydrolysate of casein and a protein derivative that is used as a skin-conditioning and moisturizing ingredient.

Hydrolyzed Cashmere Protein—This hydrolysate of cashmere protein is a source of amino acids, which aids in protecting skin and other organs of the body. When used in skincare, it helps to lock in moisture and promotes softer, smoother skin.

Hydrolyzed Collagen—Collagen is the basic building block of most soft tissues of the body. This ingredient is a protein derivative and is used as a skin-conditioning agent.

Hydrolyzed Elastin—This protein derivative increases emolliency and moisturization of skin.

Hydrolyzed Oats—An all-vegetable moisturizer, it leaves skin feeling smooth and soft. It also delivers anti-aging and anti-wrinkle properties.

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein—This protein stimulates the proliferation of fibroblasts, improves collagen synthesis by increasing cellular metabolism, and functions as a moisturizer.

Hydrolyzed Silk—This hydrolysate of silk protein provides a high degree of emolliency, conditioning and moisturization to the skin.

Hydrolyzed Ulva Lactuca Extract—This ingredient is derived from seaweed protein. It helps to protect skin elasticity and stimulates the fibers of collagen and elastine to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein—Used as a skin-conditioning agent, this ingredient is the hydrolysate of vegetable protein derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein—This ingredient has film-forming and moisturizing properties. The very high molecular weight and amino acid composition of this protein generate better bonding with the skin. When combined with Tyrosine, it increases skin moisturization to produce a uniform tan. See also Glycerin.

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride—This ingredient is a quaternary ammonium compound that is often used as a moisturizer.

Hydroxypropyltrimonium—A honey-rich source of amino acids, proteins, enzymes, vitamins A, B, C and E and minerals. A special form of honey carries the benefits of honey combined with the positively charged (quaternary) moiety in it that increases substantivity of honey to negatively charged areas (skin is a negatively charged substance). It has moisturizing, softening, revitalizing, soothing and nourishing properties and visibly improves skin tone and a fresh appearance.

Hypnea Musciformis Extract—See Seaweed Extracts.

Hyssopus Officinalis Extract—See Sober Elixir.