The meaning of skin care terms

Have you ever been confused by all the terminology on skin care products that you purchase or are looking to purchase? Terms such as Broad Spectrum, Hypoallergenic, Firming, detoxifying etc? Well, at BeautyVice we strive to educate our customers so that when they make a purchase decision they make and educated one. Below are some definitions that will be helpful.

Hypoallergenic: Any product that has this term on its label means that the product has a very low probability of creating an allergic reaction. This however does not mean that it will never cause a reaction. People that have very sensitive skin or have had a history of allergic reactions should not assume the product is 100% allergy free.

Broad Spectrum: This terms means that the product covers a wide array of issues. Usually found on the labels of sunscreen, Broad Spectrum refers to the amount of coverage the product has. When referred to on a sunscreen lable it means that it protects both UVA and UVB rays. Having said this, no product regardless of how broad its spectrum is covers you 100% but is the best possible coverage available.

Firming: This refers to a product that tightens your skin giving the area the applied area a fuller, younger and healthier look. Products that are firming, are best for people that have sagging skin and their desire is to “firm” it up by chemically tightening the skin.

Detoxifying: Products that help cleanse and clear the skin of toxins are referred to as detoxifying in nature. Using a product that detoxifies, will yield clean skin free of impurities. Having said this, no product can free your skin 100% of toxins. No product can purify your skin 100% given that toxins are inherently found everywhere and are impossible to eradicate entirely.

Clinically Proven: Lables containing this term certify that the product has been tested in a laboratory. This does not mean that the product is guaranteed to work since it has been tested in a lab. It simply certifies that the product was tested in a lab setting and that certain benchmarks set by the manufacturer were achieved in a lab setting.

Long Lasting “wearing”: How long will the product stay in the area it was applied? This term implies that the product has a long efficacy period or duration. It can also mean that it will stay in the area for an extended period of time under normal circumstances. If the term is found on the lable of a cosmetic for example, it does not mean that it will be long lasting if you jump in the pool or go for a swim in the ocean.