The Ultimate Clean Beauty Glossary
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Heart N Soul Beauty: The Ultimate Clean Beauty Glossary
Your guide to understanding clean, conscious beauty — one ingredient at a time.
At Heart N Soul Beauty, we believe knowledge is power — especially when it comes to what you put on your skin. This glossary breaks down the essential terms, ingredients, and values that define clean, vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free beauty, helping you shop smarter and more confidently.
🔤 A–C: Clean Beauty Essentials
Antioxidants
Natural compounds that protect your skin from free radical damage caused by pollution, sun exposure, and stress. Common types include Vitamin C, green tea extract, and resveratrol.
Botanical Extracts
Plant-based ingredients used for their calming, anti-inflammatory, or nourishing effects. Examples include aloe vera, chamomile, and calendula.
Clean Beauty
Products made without ingredients shown or suspected to harm human health. At Heart N Soul Beauty, “clean” means no parabens, phthalates, sulfates, or synthetic fragrances — ever.
Comedogenic
Describes ingredients likely to clog pores. Non-comedogenic products help minimize breakouts, especially for acne-prone or sensitive skin.
🔤 D–G: Smart Skincare Choices
Dermatologist-Tested
Products reviewed by dermatologists to ensure they’re safe and non-irritating for skin.
Essential Oils
Concentrated oils extracted from plants, used for fragrance and therapeutic benefits. While natural, they may cause irritation in sensitive skin types.
Fragrance-Free
Contains no added fragrance — ideal for those with sensitivities or reactive skin.
Gluten-Free
Free of wheat, barley, or rye derivatives. Important for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
🔤 H–M: Hydration, Minerals & More
Hyaluronic Acid
A moisture magnet that draws hydration into the skin. It helps keep skin plump, smooth, and youthful-looking.
Hypoallergenic
Formulated to reduce the risk of allergic reactions — ideal for sensitive or allergy-prone skin.
Mineral Makeup
Cosmetics made from naturally occurring minerals like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Often free of talc, preservatives, and synthetic dyes.
Non-Toxic
Indicates the absence of ingredients known to cause harm to human health. Heart N Soul Beauty avoids toxins like formaldehyde, PEGs, and chemical sunscreens.
🔤 N–Z: Safe, Ethical, High-Performance
Paraben-Free
Free from synthetic preservatives known to disrupt hormones. Commonly avoided in clean beauty.
Phthalates
A class of chemicals often found in fragrances and plastics. Known endocrine disruptors — banned from all Heart N Soul Beauty formulas.
Retinol Alternatives
Gentle plant-based ingredients like bakuchiol that offer anti-aging benefits without the irritation of traditional retinol.
Sulfate-Free
Free from harsh cleansing agents like SLS and SLES that can strip the skin’s natural barrier.
Vegan
Formulated without any animal-derived ingredients. All Heart N Soul Beauty products are 100% vegan.
Zinc Oxide
A mineral used in clean sunscreens for broad-spectrum UV protection. It’s reef-safe and non-irritating.
💬 Why This Glossary Matters
Clean beauty isn't just a trend — it’s a lifestyle rooted in knowledge, transparency, and self-care. At Heart N Soul Beauty, we’re proud to create high-performance products that support your skin and your values.
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