I washed my face for four weeks, day and night. My skin is very oily and needs to be washed often. These are the meanings of several skin-care terms.
hypoallergenic: having little likelihood of causing an allergic response
toner: a cosmetic preparation that is applied to produce a required effect, such as one that reduces the oiliness of the skin
astringent: tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue
exfoliate to peel off in layers
mask: A cosmetic preparation that is applied to the face and allowed to dry before being removed, used especially for cleansing and tightening the skin.
moisturizer: A cosmetic lotion or cream applied to the skin to counter dryness.
SPF sun protection factor: an indicator of how effectively a lotion, cosmetic, etc., protects the skin from the harmful rays of the sun.
antiperspirant: An astringent preparation applied to the skin to decrease perspiration.
deodorant: A substance applied to the skin to mask or suppress body odors.
natural: Not altered, treated, or disguised.
organic: Of, relating to, or derived from living organisms.
botanical: A drug, medicinal preparation, or similar substance obtained from a plant or plants.
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