Here is the list of skincare and beauty terms starting with the letter "O" in alphabetical order:
Oat Extract: Derived from oats, this ingredient is known for its skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is commonly used in products for sensitive skin, helping to calm irritation, hydrate the skin, and reduce redness.
Oatmeal: An ingredient derived from oats, known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties. It is commonly used in skincare for calming irritated or sensitive skin, especially in conditions like eczema and dermatitis.
Octinoxate: A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays, helping to protect the skin from sunburn and UV damage. It is commonly found in sunscreens and moisturizers with SPF but may cause irritation in sensitive skin.
Octocrylene: A chemical sunscreen agent used to protect the skin from UVB rays and enhance the stability of other sunscreen ingredients. It is often used in sunscreens, moisturizers, and other skincare products for broad-spectrum sun protection.
Oil Cleanser: A cleansing product formulated with oils that help dissolve makeup, dirt, and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils. Oil cleansers are particularly beneficial for dry or sensitive skin and are often used in double cleansing routines.
Oily Skin: Skin type characterized by an overproduction of sebum (skin oil), often resulting in a shiny complexion, enlarged pores, and increased risk of acne. Oily skin requires products that control oil without over-drying the skin.
Olive Oil: A natural oil derived from olives, rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and E, and healthy fatty acids. Olive oil is commonly used in skincare for its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and nourishing properties.
Olive Squalane: A plant-derived version of squalane, a natural oil produced by the skin, used in skincare to hydrate and protect the skin. Olive squalane is derived from olives and is known for its lightweight, non-comedogenic properties that help replenish the skin’s moisture barrier.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Essential fatty acids found in foods like fish, flaxseed, and walnuts. In skincare, omega-3s help to maintain the skin’s barrier function, reduce inflammation, and improve hydration, making them beneficial for dry, sensitive, or aging skin.
Onion Extract: A plant extract used in skincare for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It is often included in treatments for acne and scars due to its ability to reduce redness, irritation, and promote healing.
Onychomycosis: A fungal infection that affects the nails, commonly causing thickened, discolored, and brittle nails. While not a common skincare concern, treatments for onychomycosis are often addressed through topical antifungal medications.
Opacifiers: Ingredients used in cosmetics to create opacity and make products less transparent. Common opacifiers include titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which are also used in sunscreens for their sun-blocking properties.
Oral Skincare: Supplements or products designed to support skin health from within, such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These include ingredients like collagen peptides, biotin, and omega-3 fatty acids, which aim to improve skin elasticity, hydration, and overall appearance.
Orchid Extract: Extract derived from the flowers of various orchid species, known for its soothing, hydrating, and antioxidant properties. Orchid extract is often used in skincare to improve skin elasticity, reduce signs of aging, and hydrate the skin.
Organic Skincare: Skincare products formulated with ingredients derived from organically farmed plants. Organic skincare focuses on using natural, non-synthetic ingredients that are free from pesticides and harmful chemicals, and it is often marketed as being gentler on the skin and more environmentally friendly.
Over-the-Counter (OTC): Skincare products that contain a "drug" ingredient and are regulated as drugs by the FDA but do not require a prescription. These products make drug claims, such as sunscreen claiming to protect the skin from sunburn. OTC skincare must follow an FDA monograph, a set of rules outlining acceptable ingredients, formulations, doses, and labeling requirements. The packaging of these products is required to have a Drug Facts box, which provides specific information about the active ingredients, their intended use, directions, and warnings. Examples of these products are all sunscreens, certain acne products, medicated creams, etc.