The following is a list of common lotion terms and definitions. Special thanks to Australian Gold, California Tan and Designer Skin for their help in compiling this glossary.
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Macadamia Seed Oil—When Macadamia Seed and Kiwi Seed Oils are mixed, the fatty acid composition of the two oils is similar to human sebum; sebum is essential to protect the skin. The oil mixture helps to maintain optimal hydration levels in the skin by strengthening the barrier between skin and the environment. This seed oil combination provides skin softness, hydration and protection.
Magnesium—This essential element provides nutritional support and energy to the skin for advanced tanning results.
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate—This complex silicate is refined from naturally-occurring minerals. It is used as an absorbent and viscosity-increasing agent.
Maka Extract—See Eclipta Prostrata Extract.
Malachite—A mineral extract that supplies electrolytes and copper to the skin.
Malpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract—This is the extract obtained from the fruit of Malpighia Punicifolia and is an antioxidant. It contains high concentrations of vitamin C and is one of the ingredients in Vitamin Cocktail.
Malt Extract—This extract contains vitamin B, amino acids and minerals and is used as a protectant and skin-conditioning agent. It is the dark syrup obtained by evaporating an aqueous extract of partially germinated and dried barley seeds. It will also firm the skin for a more supple appearance.
Mandarin Italian Oil—This ingredient is a calming, gentle oil that is good for oily skin and is also a soothing agent with astringent and skin conditioning properties. It is derived from the waxy, deep orange-colored fruit of the tree Citrus Reticulata Blanco. Mandarin Italian Oil is part of a natural blend of aroma compounds used for fragrance in products.
Mangifera Indica—See Mango Oil.
Mangifera Indica Butter—See Mango Butter.
Mango Butter—This butter is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels of Mangifera Indica, also known as Mango. It is an excellent moisturizer and skin-conditioning agent.
Mango Oil—Derived from the Mango tree, this oil in known to have antioxidant properties.
Mango Silicone Technology—A combination of hydrating silicone and Mango Butter that makes skin ultra-soft.
MAP (Melanin Activating Peptide)—Stimulates the synthesis, the production and the distribution of natural melanin in the epidermis. Induces a discreet and natural tan even without UV exposure.
Marcocystis Pyrifera Extract—This extract is a polysaccharide of marine origin (seaweed) that holds water molecules, imparting texture and mildness to skin. See also Glycerin.
Marine Source Water (Sea Salt)—It is a seawater concentrate that is very rich in calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc vital for promoting healthy and resilient skin. It has excellent hydrating and moisturizing benefits due to properties that keep water and numerous minerals from escaping and is very helpful with deep dark tan color.
Marshmallow Extract—See Althaea Officinalis Extract.
Marula Oil—This oil from the Marula tree is rich in Oleic Acid and protects the barrier layer of the skin.
Matricaria Extract—See Chamomile Recutita Extract.
