Glossary

Almond Oil: Almond oil has many cosmetic and medicinal uses. Almond oil forms the base for many skin care lotions and creams. It is an excellent oil to use as a carrier oil in aromatherapy massage therapy, because its fine texture makes it easily absorbable. It will not make your skin feel greasy or sticky. It can also help in relieving muscular aches and pains, softening the skin and promoting a clear, young looking complexion.

Antioxidant: An antioxidant is a substance that combines with or otherwise neutralizes a free radical, thus preventing oxidative damage to cells and tissues.

Avocado Oil: Avocado oil is one of the most moisturizing oils provided by Mother Nature. The oil is obtained from the pulp of the avocado and is one of the most active and effective ingredients used by the cosmetic industry. It has a high percentage of unsaponifiables (the portion of the oil which does not react to form soap, but retains its natural makeup), and is highly therapeutic.

Avocado oil contains protein, amino acids and large amounts of vitamins A, D & E, making the oil very much alive. Therefore, it is able to moisturize, aid cell regeneration, soften skin and tissues, and improve scaly skin.

Carrot Oil: Carrot oil is a powerful tanning accelerator. As an antioxidant, it also naturally reduces the damaging effects of UV radiation.

Cocoa Butter: Cocoa butter is a yellowish-brown fatty acid obtained from cocoa seeds. It is very moisturizing and is used in cosmetics and soap.

Coconut Oil: Because coconut oil has a natural creamy texture, comes from a plant source, and is free from pesticides and other chemicals and contaminants, it is ideal for making body care products. Its small molecular structure allows for easy absorption, giving both the skin and hair a soft smooth texture. Just the coconut oil by itself makes an ideal ointment for the relief of dry, rough and wrinkled skin. Coconut oil is especially useful in fighting free-radicals, as it is unrefined and hasn't been stripped of any of its natural components through the refining process

Collagen: Collagen is a gelatin-like protein substance found in connective tissue and bones; it acts as a cementing material between body cells.

Cucumber: Cucumber hydrates and refreshes the skin. Cucumbers contain Vitamin A, Vitamin C, iron and calcium.

Free Radicals: Free radicals are produced in normal metabolism when oxygen is used to burn food for energy. Free radicals are also produced in certain disease states and in response to toxins and trauma. A free radical is a molecule with an unpaired electron. This feature makes a free radical unstable and highly reactive, trying to capture an electron that will stabilize it. By capturing electrons from molecules nearby, the free radical converts other molecules to free radicals, thereby initiating a destructive chain reaction. By producing oxidative damage in DNA, free radicals can produce mutations that, over time, can lead to cancer.

Kelp: Commonly known as Norwegian Kelp or Rockweed, Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed is widely recognized to be the richest marine plant for agricultural use. The body readily absorbs and uses the natural organic micro-nutrients and trace minerals found in alkaline-forming sea vegetables like Kelp. The sea contains every element to maintain healthy life.

Kelp is a wonderful source of natural iodine, which helps to maintain the thyroid.
Additionally, kelp offers these benefits:

helps in rebuilding the thyroid gland, if there is any indication of a problem, as well as being a good preventive medicine.
is very rich in b-complex vitamins, vitamins D, E, and K, calcium and magnesium.
has cancer fighting properties.
is anti-bacterial and anti-viral.
helps in maintaining the health of the mucous membranes--and in treating arthritis, rheumatism, colds, and skin conditions.

Melanoma: This is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of pigment-producing tanning cells (melanocytes).

Non-Comedogenic: This means that the product will not clog the pores.

Ozone: Ozone is a gas composed of three atoms of oxygen.

Ozone Layer: The ozone layer is scattered layer of ozone molecules found in the stratosphere, located six to twenty-five miles above the earth's surface. The ozone layer partially filters out certain wavelengths of UV radiation from the sun, preventing these rays from reaching the earth’s surface.

PABA-(Para-aminobenzoic acid): This ingredient was formerly found in many sunscreens. Studies have shown that when sunscreens with SPF 8 or containing PABA are used, the manufacture of vitamin D in the body may be reduced. Nausea, skin rashes and vomiting might be indicative of PABA taken in excess. Excessive levels of PABA are stored in the body and may cause liver damage. SOUTH BEACH SUN products NEVER use PABA

PABA-Free: The product does not contain Para-aminobenzoic acid.

Sunburn: An ordinary sunburn is an adverse reaction to the sun -- also known as erythema. Burns from the sun are caused primarily by UVB radiation. The injury caused is characterized by delayed redness and swelling followed by tanning and peeling. Sometimes the skin darkens without first reddening, but that does not mean that the damage has not occurred. To help treat sunburn, use South South Beach Sun’s Lidocaine Medicated Lotion.

Sun Protection Factor (SPF): The Food and Drug Administration developed the Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, to serve as a classification system. SPF numbers range from 2 to greater than 50. The SPF rating is calculated by comparing the amount of time it takes to produce a sunburn on unprotected skin vs. the amount of time needed to produce a sunburn on skin that is protected using sunscreen. The SPF number serves as a multiplier allowing a person to prolong their exposure to the sun. For example, if it took a person with unprotected skin 10 minutes to burn, using a sunscreen with a SPF of 15 would allow one to multiply that initial burning time by 15, meaning the person could remain in the sun for 150 minutes before burning. Choosing the right SPF is important and you should always keep in mind your intended time in the sun and your skin type.
To choose the right sunscreen for you, take a look at our SPF Chart.

Sunscreens: Any sun protection product labeled with an SPF of 2 or higher is considered a sunscreen. Sunscreen products are formulated to provide various levels of protection from UVA, UVB, and IR (infrared) rays. These products contain ingredients which absorb or block and scatter UV rays. The Sun Protection Factor (SPF) was established by the Food and Drug Administration to measure how much protection from UVB rays the product will provide. Sunscreens are available in many forms including ointments, creams, lotions, and even wax sticks.

Sun Sensitive Areas Of The Skin: Particular areas of the body are more likely than others to burn due to continued sun exposure. These include the ears, lips, cheekbone area, nose, top of the head and shoulders. Apply extra protection to these areas. Use South Beach Sun’s Zinc Total Block SPF#50, and Lickable Lip Balm for extra protection in these areas.

Tyrosine: Tyrosine s peeds up the tanning process and prepares the skin for tanning by removing oils that reflect UV light, while moisturizing the skin.

UV Index: The UV Index is a next day forecast of the amount of skin-damaging UV radiation expected to reach the earth's surface. The amount of UV radiation reaching the surface is related to the elevation of the sun in the sky, the amount of clouds present, and the amount of ozone in the stratosphere. The UV Index can range from 0 at night to 15 or 16, mostly in tropical and subtropical areas. Areas of high elevation under clear skies can also have UV indexes that approach these high levels. The higher the UV Index, the greater the risk of skin-damaging UV radiation. The higher the UV Index, the shorter amount of time it takes before skin damage occurs. Click here to find out what the UV index is in your area.

Vitamin E: Supplements can increase some immune functions in the elderly. Vitamin E is able to destroy reactive oxygen from sunlight and air pollutants, has a protective effect on the skin, and guards against cataracts and macular degeneration. Similarly to vitamin C, vitamin E blocks nitrosamine formation.

Vitamin C: is needed for most bodily metabolic functions. It is abundant in fruits and vegetables, especially high in citrus and the cabbage family. In addition to preventing oxidative damage to DNA and other molecules, vitamin C blocks the production of cancer-causing nitrosamines in the stomach. Studies have been conducted on the role of vitamin C in atherosclerosis and heart disease, and some results show a protective effect. Vitamin C is soluble in water and is not stored in cells. A daily dietary intake is required to maintain sufficient protection in the body.