Personal care products

Personal care products

Also known as toiletries, this industry refers to the manufacturing of consumer products which are used for beautification or personal hygiene.

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scalp

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The skin on the head from which hair grows. The scalp is greatly supplied with blood vessels.

root

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The area of hair at the base of the hair follicle, just below the scalp.

pomade

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A styling product applied to dry hair for added texture, definition and shine. Unlike hairspray and gel, pomade does not harden or dry. It remains pliable for continuous styling ...

relaxer

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A cream or lotion used to straighten hair. Hair relaxers usually contain a strong alkali to chemically straighten curly or wavy hair.

rosemary

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An herb used in some hair care products to stimulate hair growth and prevent dandruff.

root lifter

Personal care products; Shampoo

Hair product applied to the root area of the hair (i.e., scalp) to add extra lift/volume.

pH balance

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Potential Hydrogen - measures the acidity or basicity of a solution. Solutions with a pH level less than 7 are acidic and those with a pH level greater than 7 are basic. Acids ...