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NATURAL INGREDIENTS DICTIONARY ONLINE
This dictionary lists many of the ingredients used by natural cosmetics manufacturers, including
Aubrey Organics®
. Ingredients are listed in alphabetical order, using their most common names. Latin names of most herbs are also included.
Feel free to copy this list, or print it for future reference.
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Yarrow
—
Achillea millefolium
. Extract from the flower heads of this ancient herbal, a known antiinflammatory and antiirritant. It also adds sheen to the hair and has a firming action on the skin.
Yeast
— High in protein and B vitamins. Added to cosmetics for its nutritional properties.
Ylang Ylang Oil
—
Cananga odorata
. Essential oil used for its skin-soothing properties and spicy floral scent.
Yucca Root
—
Yucca schidigera
. Mild, natural detergent used in shampoos and soaps for its foaming and purifying abilities. Contains saponins.
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