Glossary Of Terms: Lotion, “Y”

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.

Yeast Extract—A source of folic acid. It produces enzymes that will convert sugar to alcohol and carbon dioxide. Used for its skin conditioning properties.

Yellow 5, 6 & 11—Colorants.

Yogurt—See ACB Yogurt DRF.

Yogurt Extract—Highly rich in proteins that improve the appearance of the skin by tightening and strengthening the skin; its minerals play an important role in skin repair as well as in getting a dark tan; provides excellent moisturizing, rejuvenating, softening and nourishing benefits to UV exposed skin; helps promote deep dark tan.

Yucca Extract—This extract, used by Native Americans nutritionally for its cleansing properties, contains high levels of vitamins A, B-complex, C, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese and Copper and Saponins. It is used as a moisturizer and skin conditioner.