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Carnauba Wax
A hypoallergenic hard yellowish or brownish wax extracted from the leaves of the northeastern Brazilian Carnauba (Copernica prunifera) palm tree that is used to thicken foundation, mascara, lipstick, blush, and deodorants.

Cause Marketing
A strategy connecting a product´s purchase with fundraising or awareness for a social issue or sponsored charity.

Chamomile
The dried daisy-like flower heads of either Anthemis nobilis or Matricaria chamomilla. A clinically proven plant-derived anti-inflammatory agent. Offers skin and haircare benefits including soothing skin, acne, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, insect bites, and wounds. Calms eczema and allergic reactions and has sedative and emollient properties. Used to treat problem skin since ancient times.

Cheilitis
The inflammation, cracking, and drying of the lips usually caused by a reaction to synthetic eosin dyes and perfumes in lipstick.

Clarifying Shampoo
An acidic shampoo containing lemon juice or cider vinegar that removes the buildup of minerals, conditioners, shampoo, or styling products from the hair.

Collagen
A natural, fibrous, protein substance that is the main support of skin, tendon, bone, cartilage, and connective tissues. It can be injected into the skin to plump up particular areas.

Cologne
A toilet water with approximately a 3-5% oil and water base compound plus alcohol and fragrant oils. Not as concentrated as perfume and, therefore, less expensive. Also called eau de Cologne, French for “water of Cologne.”

Concealer
An opaque makeup used to cover darkness under eyes, redness of the skin, or anything irregular in the skin’s color or texture. Comes in a waxy stick, cream, or opaque liquid formula.

Corporate Image
How the public perceives a corporation.

Cosmeceutical
While the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act does not recognize the term "cosmeceutical," the cosmetic industry has begun to use this word to refer to "cosmetic products" that have drug-like benefits.

Cosmetics
Items used to cleanse, beautify, promote attractiveness, or alter the appearance of skin, hair, or teeth without altering the body’s structure or functions – for example, skin cream, lotion, perfume, nail polish, make-up preparations, shampoo, permanent waves, hair color, toothpaste, and deodorant.