Skincare Terms
Updated April 23, 2019
Types
Cream: oil/water emulsion, approx 50/50
Elixir: oil base and contents
Gel: water0based with a carbohydrate, starch or protein matrix-
Lotion: oil-in-water emulsion, oil/water <40%
Ointment: water-in-oil emulsion, water/oil < 40%
Serum–water-based, no oil
Functions
Astringent: drying or shrinking, adds friction
Emollient: lubricating, reduces friction
Emulsifier:
