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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humidity performance

Personal care products; Shampoo

Term used for the extent to which a styling product can protect hair from environmental humidity.

ionic technology

Personal care products; Shampoo

Process where water molecules are broken down by ions into smaller droplets, allowing the hair to absorb moisture more easily. Ionic technology is often used in flat irons and ...

jojoba oil

Personal care products; Shampoo

Liquid wax that is extracted from jojoba seeds. These oils are very similar to human sebum and are added to hair care products as a moisturizer.

humectant

Personal care products; Shampoo

A substance which retains moisture. Humectants are added to hair products to moisturize and prevent drying.

hot oil treatment

Personal care products; Shampoo

A process to help condition and treat damaged hair by heating up oil and applying directly to the hair. Hot oils temporarily repair damage brought on by styling products, blow ...

highlighting shampoo

Personal care products; Shampoo

Shampoos containing hair color enhancements from vegetable dyes. Highlighting shampoos tone the hair and work to highlight or add depth to hair color.

hairspray

Personal care products; Shampoo

A styling product containing elastesse ("liquid elastic") which is used to hold hair styles for a long period of time. Hairsprays range from light hold to strong or maximum hold.