Bramble Berry Glossary

Safety gear like gloves, eye protection, and masks used to reduce exposure and injury.

Low-stress hairstyles that reduce tension and friction to help retain length and moisture.

A strengthening formula that helps rebuild weak strands after damage from styling or chemicals.

Keeping strengthening and hydrating steps in balance to avoid brittleness or limpness.

Too much strengthening that leaves strands stiff, rough, and prone to snapping.

Choosing strengthening ingredients based on strand needs, feel, and risk of stiffness.

A volcanic stone powder added to soap for strong exfoliation, ideal for heavily soiled or rough skin.

A dispenser designed to deliver controlled liquid amounts.

Temporary breakouts caused by increased cell turnover during treatment.

The difference between temporary breakouts caused by cell turnover and true irritation.

A violet-tinted cleanser used to neutralize yellow tones.

An inflamed blemish containing pus.

Distributing product by pulling through sections with fingers for even coverage.

The breakdown and oxidation of oils in soap, leading to off smells, discoloration, and reduced quality over time.

Speed at which the fizzing reaction occurs.

Applying additional product throughout the day to maintain protection.

A method of grating and remelting finished soap to reshape or enhance it without starting the saponification process from scratch.

The process of selecting and balancing oils, lye, and additives to create a stable, safe, and effective soap.

Organized collections of tested formulas.

Documenting formulas, dates, temps, and results to improve consistency and traceability.

Cold storage used to extend freshness or calm skin.

Reheating Melt and Pour: Gently warming previously melted soap to return it to a pourable consistency without burning or boiling it.

The adjustment phase where skin builds tolerance to vitamin A derivatives.

A class of vitamin A–based compounds used to improve texture, tone, and signs of aging.

Vitamin A–based treatments used to reduce breakouts and improve texture.