화장품 품질 평가할 때 쓰이는 단어 영어로 정리

화장품 제조 후 적합한 제품이 만들어졌는지 평가하는 과정은 필수이다. 이 과정에서 쓰이는 영어 단어들이 약간 생소할 수 있기 때문에 정확하게 의미를 짚고 넘어가면 좋을 것 같다. 

 

화장품 품질, 제형 평가에 쓰이는 전문 용어와 정의

Texture & Feel 

Silky	Smooth, soft, and slippery feeling.
Velvety	A soft, plush feeling, is often associated with luxury.
Rich	A thick and creamy texture that feels nourishing.
Greasy	Oily or leaving a film which is often considered undesirable.
Lightweight	Feels light on the skin, often non-greasy or non-sticky.
Fast-absorbing	Quickly sinks into the skin without leaving residue.
Non-comedogenic	Won't clog pores, ideal for acne-prone skin.
Hydrating	Provides moisture to the skin which makes feel refreshing and soothing.
Cushiony	Soft, plush feel, like a pillow on the skin.
Emollient-rich	High in moisturizing, and softening agents.
Silicon-like	Smooth and slippery feel, often associated with silicone-based products.
Buttery	Very rich and creamy, with a smooth, melting feel.
Tacky	Sticky or slightly adhesive to the touch.
Emulsive	Creamy with a milky or lotion-like consistency
Luxe	High-end, luxurious texture, often rich and smooth.
Powdery	Soft, dry, or matte feeling, like a light dusting of powder.
Balmy	Thick, dense feel, often forming a protective layer.
Non-tacky	No stickiness; often used to describe lightweight or gel-based products.

 

 

Color & Appearance

Opaque	Non-transparent; cannot see through it.
Translucent	Allows light to pass through but not detailed shapes.
Milky	A soft, creamy white or pale color.
Transparent	Allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen. "transparent blue water"
Shimmery	Has a subtle sparkle or iridescence.
Matte	Non-reflective; lacks shine.
Sheer	Light coverage, allowing skin or underlying color to show through.
Uniform	Consistent color throughout; no streaks or patches.
Cloudy	Not completely clear; often seen in gels or serums.
Crystal-clear	Completely transparent; indicates high purity.
Glowy	Adds a subtle, healthy shine to the skin.
Lustrous	Shiny and radiant, with a reflective quality.
Muted	Soft, subdued color; not bright or intense
Pearlescent	Has a soft, pearl-like shimmer
Iridescent	Displays changing colors depending on the angle of light
Saturated	Intense, rich color is often used for makeup products.
Soft-focus	Slightly blurred effect, used to minimize imperfections
Uniformly tinted	Even color throughout, indicating good mixing

 

 

Application & Consistency

Spreadable	Easy to apply and distribute evenly on the skin.
Blendable	Mixes easily into the skin or with other products.
Homogeneous	Evenly mixed, with all ingredients distributed consistently.
Viscous	Thick in texture, often slow to pour or spread.
Watery	Thin, flowing texture, easy to spread or pour.
Cohesive	Ingredients stick together well, avoiding separation.
Grainy	It contains small particles; sometimes intended for exfoliating but can feel rough if unintended.
Elastic	Bounces back, often describing gels or thick creams
Supple	Flexible and resilient, often leaving the skin feeling soft.
Creamy	Smooth, thick, and easy to apply; often emollient-rich.
Fluid	Thin, liquid consistency, often easy to spread.
Pasty	Thick and sticky, with a heavy consistency.
Gel-like	Semi-solid, jelly-like texture, often cool and hydrating.
Compact	Dense and firm in the container; doesn’t separate easily.
Loose	Flowing or crumbly; common in powders.
Smoothing	Evens out skin texture during application.
Spreading	The way the product distributes on the skin; either easy or challenging.

 

 

 

Absorption & Performance

Emollient	Soothing and softening to the skin.
Adhesive	Stays on the skin, and doesn’t slip or rub off easily.
Residue-free	Leaves no visible or tactile residue after application.
Long-lasting	Stays effective for an extended period without needing reapplication.
Occlusive	Forms a barrier on the skin to lock in moisture.
Non-irritating	Forms a barrier on the skin to lock in moisture.
Buildable	Can layer product without caking or looking unnatural.
Absorbent	Quickly taken in by the skin; doesn’t leave a film.
Penetrating	Reaches deeper layers of the skin; often for active ingredients.
Effective	Shows visible results, usually for active ingredients like exfoliants.
Evens out	Smooths or balances skin tone and texture.
Sustainable release	Gradual release of actives over time.
Transfer-resistant	Doesn’t rub off easily onto other surfaces.
Water-resistant	Withstands water exposure without washing off.
Breathable	Allows air and moisture to pass, preventing a heavy feel.
Buildable coverage	Can layer without caking or patchiness.
Non-streaky	Applies evenly without lines or patches.

 

 

 

Scent

Fragrant	Contains a pleasant, noticeable smell.
Fragrance-free	No added fragrance; often used for sensitive skin products.
Herbal	Smells like plants or herbs, natural and fresh.
Synthetic	Artificial scent is often used in mass-market products.
Fresh	Clean and invigorating scent, often associated with skincare.
Citrusy	Bright, refreshing scent, often with notes of lemon or orange.
Musky	Warm, earthy, and slightly spicy scent.
Woody	A scent that evokes wood or forest-like notes.
Floral	A scent reminiscent of flowers; common in perfumes and skincare.
Neutral	No specific strong scent; often used in fragrance-free products.
Green	resh, plant-based scent, sometimes associated with herbs.
Oriental	Rich, warm scent with spicy and exotic notes.
Aromatic	Strong, pleasant smell, often from essential oils.