Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “H”

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.

Ha-Ho  Hy

Harpagophytum Procumbens Extract—This extract of the harpagophytum procumbens root (also known as Devil’s Claw) is used for its anti-inflammatory property.

Hazel Nut Oil—This vegetable oil is pressed from the nuts of the hazelnut tree and is rich in phospholipids, vitamin E and Oleic Acid. It contains significant amounts of phyto squalene, which is valuable and useful in the treatment of dry skin. Hazelnut oil moisturizes skin and acts as a free radical scavenger. The Latin name for hazelnut is Corylus Avellana.

HCL (Vitamin B-6)—See Skin Saver.

Heather Extract (Calluna vulgaris extract)—A skin conditioning agent and natural moisturizer and humectant.

Hedychinum Spicatum (Ginger Lilly)—This extract of ginger root has been shown to enhance and improve circulation, thereby helping to enhance the circulatory response of the skin.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil—See Sunflower Seed Oil.

Hemp Crystal Cooler—A skin stimulation complex that draws heat away from the body during tanning while virgin hemp seed oil reduces irritation, nourishes and soothes skin.

Hemp Seed Oil—This multi-beneficial ingredient hydrates skin with a highly evolved balance of essential fatty acids, amino acids and vital nutrients.

Henna Extract (Lawsonia inermis)—A botanical color additive. Also a skin conditioner, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory.

Herbal DNA Vegetal—DNA extracted from wheat germ. It’s used for treatment of stressed and injured skin. Also has high water retention properties and antioxidant properties. DNA provides anti-elastase activity, thus helping with UV damage to the skin.

Herbal Extract—Antioxidants that attack free radicals and help prevent fine lines and wrinkles.

Hibiscus—Extracts from this flowering plant help provide a smooth finish to the skin.

Honey—This natural humectant provides extreme moisture to the skin.

Honeysuckle Extract—This skin-conditioning agent is an extract from the flowers of Lonicera Japonica, also known as Honeysuckle. It has skin soothing properties.

Horse Chestnut Extract—See Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract.

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) —Rich in minerals and used for its healing properties. It facilitates the absorption of calcium by the body, which nourishes nails, skin, hair, bones and the body’s connective tissue.

Hot Bronzing Complex—See Hot Action and Dihydroxyacetone.