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Shampoo

Terms in relation to hair products that are produced in order to clean hair of oils, dirt, skin, dandruff, and other contaminate particles that build up in hair.

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Shampoo

haircare

Personal care products; Shampoo

The act of shampooing, conditioning and cutting hair regularly in order to maintain healthy looking hair.

essential oils

Personal care products; Shampoo

Concentrated oils that have been extracted from plants through distillation (separation through boiling). Essential oils are found in many hair care products and work to stimulate hair growth, as ...

hair cuticles

Personal care products; Shampoo

Outer-most part of the hair shaft. The cuticle provides a barrier around the hair shaft, protecting it from all forms of damage.

hair cortex

Personal care products; Shampoo

Inner-most part of the hair shaft. The cortex gives hair special qualities such as curl and elasticity.

gray hair

Personal care products; Shampoo

Hair that has lost its pigment. While the color looks gray, the hair shaft is actually transparent once it loses its pigment.

glycerin

Personal care products; Shampoo

A natural humectant which absorbs moisture. As an ingredient in hair products, it softens and swells the hair shaft, allowing it to retain water.

gel

Personal care products; Shampoo

A water-based styling product used for sculpting, hold and shine.

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