Skin, Face & Beauty Glossary

PABA or Para-Aminobenzoic Acid:: Part of the Vitamin B complex but not considered an essential nutrient; often found in cosmetics and some sunscreen lotions or an anesthetic in sunburn products.
Panthenol:: Also known as vitamin B5 complex; provides body to hair by filling the crack on the hair fiber.
Peel:: To remove the dead, non sensitive skin by removing small layers.
pH:: A measure of acidity or alkalinity; (the activity of Hydrogen ions (H+); usually between 0 to 14 with 0 being very acidic, 7 being neutral and 14 being very alkaline (or basic).
Photoaging:: Damage to the skin as a result of over exposure to harmful light rays; often caused by the sun.
Photosensitivity:: Sensitivity to light; especially ultraviolet radiation.
Phytocosmetics:: Cosmetic products that are made only with all natural ingredients from plants.
Pimple:: A common symptom of acne. A small inflammation of the skin; a pustule or papule.
Pore:: A small opening of the sweat glands of the skin, often containing a hair follicle.
Psoriasis:: A chronic disease of the skin characterized by inflamed, red raised areas that develop scales. Possibly a disorder of the immune system, this condition is often treated by various skin creams and or ultra-violet light treatments.

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