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Beauty Glossary-D
Depilate: To get rid of hair on the skin's surface.
Depilatory agent: A chemical hair remover.
Dermabrasion: A process in which the outer layer of skin is buffed or sanded to get better its texture.
Dermal: It related to skin.
Dermatitis: An inflammation of the skin down to an allergic reaction or contact with an irritant. Typical symptoms of dermatitis consist of redness and itching.
Dermis: The under layers of the skin. The skin is consists of two layers, the outer layer which is the epidermis, and the inner layer which is the dermis.
Diazolidinyl Urea: Used as a preservative.
Dihydroxyacetone (DHA): A self-tanning agent used in cosmetics. In other words it is a simple carbohydrate that is mainly used as an ingredient in sunless tanning products.
Dimethicone: Silicone oil that is used to help prevent water evaporation.
Disinfectant: A product that kills pathogenic microorganisms.
Dong Quai: It is the traditional Chinese herb used to treat menopausal symptoms and menstrual irregularity.
