DSG book

Mucosal membranes
Nanotechnology Natural moisturising
factor
Neurotoxic Non-comedogenic Occlusive
Oedema
Parabens pH Phthalates
Polyhydroxy acid Psoriasis
Stratum corneum Transepidermal
water loss
Toxicology Triglycerides
Membranes consisting of layers of epithelial cells that line various
cavities in the body and cover the surface of internal organs.
Continuous with the skin at certain openings of the body.
The manipulation of matter on a nanoscale at the atomic, molecular, and supramolecular level.
A group of substances produced in the epidermis that draws
water from the immediate environment and is responsible for
providing adequate hydration to the stratum corneum. Poisonous to nerves or nerve tissue.
Does not block pores or cause breakouts.
A material or ingredient that when applied to the skin forms a protective film, reducing the loss of water from the skin into the external environment.
Swelling of the skin.
Preservatives used to prolong the shelf life of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
pH stands for potential of hydrogen and is a scale used to specify how acidic or basic a water-based solution is.
A group of chemicals used to soften and increase flexibility of plastic and vinyl in consumer products. Also used in synthetic fragrance as a solvent.
A group of materials that work to exfoliate the skin and promote desquamation.
A skin condition that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells, causing cells to rapidly build up on the surface of the skin. The build-up of the excess skin cells can form scales on the skin, which can feel dry, painful and itchy.
The outermost layer of the epidermis, consisting of dead cells known as corneocytes. The stratum corneum forms a barrier to protect the underlying tissue from dehydration, infection and environmental stress.
The process by which water passes from the dermis through to
The discipline combining biology, chemistry, pharmacology and medicine that involves the study of the adverse effects of chemical substances on living organisms.
A type of lipid (fat) found in the blood composed of glycerin,
caprylic & capric fatty acids.
the epidermis and evaporates from the surface of the skin to the outside environment.
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