In importoperations,mastering relevant English vocabulary is crucial for communicating with foreign clients and suppliers,as well as for product introductions.Below are common cosmetic English terms with explanations for reference.

Basic cosmetic vocabulary

Makeup (Foundation): Cosmetics used to conceal facial imperfections and even out skin tone.

Mask (Facial Mask): Skincare products for facial treatment with various effects like moisturizing and cleansing.

Mascara: Cosmetics used to enhance eyelash volume and length.

Milk (Lotion): Typically refers to emulsion for facial or body moisturizing.

Moisturizer: Cream-based skincare products for facial hydration.

Multi-: Indicates products with multiple functions or ingredients.

Nail Color (Nail Polish): Colored coatings applied to nails.

Nail Enamel: Another term for nail polish.

Nail Polish: Decorative coatings for nail surfaces.

Nail Saver: Liquid products for nail protection.

Skin type and efficacy vocabulary

Normal: Products suitable for normal skin types.

Nutritious: Skincare products that provide nourishment.

Oil-control: Products used to control sebum secretion on the skin.

Oily: Products suitable for oily skin.

Sensitive: Products suitable for sensitive skin.

Special-purpose cosmetic terms

Pack: A facial mask that is applied to the face and peeled off after drying.

Peeling: A facial mask that can be peeled off after use.

Pressed Powder: Foundation compressed into a cake form.

Purify: Products used for deep skin cleansing.

Quick Dry: Products that dry quickly.

Remover: Products used to remove makeup.

Repair: Products used to repair damaged skin.

Revitalize: Products used to activate skin vitality.

Scrub: Products containing fine particles for exfoliation.

Functional cosmetic terms

Anti-: Such as Anti-Wrinkle,Anti-Acne.

Balancing: Products used to balance skin pH levels.

Blusher: Cosmetics used for facial coloring.

Clean-: Products used for skin cleansing.

Combination: Products suitable for combination skin.

Correct: Products used to conceal skin imperfections.

Day: Skincare products suitable for daytime use.

Dry: Products suitable for dry skin.

Essence: Concentrated skincare products for deep nourishment.

Eye cosmetic terms

Eye Gel: Gel used for eye care.

Eye Mask: Facial mask used for eye area care.

Eye Shadow: Color cosmetics used to decorate the eyes.

Eyeliner: Cosmetics used to draw eye lines (pencil or brush).

Other common cosmetic terms

Facial: Cosmetics used for the face.

Firm (Firming): Products used for skin tightening.

Foam (Foam): Typically refers to foam cleansing products.

Foundation (Foundation): Base makeup products used to even out skin tone.

Toner (Toner): Water-based skincare products used for cleansing and pore tightening.

Gel (Gel): Generally refers to gel-form skincare products.

Gentle (Gentle): Products suitable for sensitive skin.

Hydra- (Hydrating): Products containing moisturizing ingredients.

Lip Care (Lip Care): Products used for lip care.

Lip Coat (Lip Coat): Protective film applied over lipstick.

Lipstick (Lipstick): Cosmetics used to color lips.

Long Lasting (Long Lasting): Products with long-lasting characteristics.

Lotion (Lotion): Generally refers to emulsions or toners.

Loose Powder (Loose Powder): Setting powder used for makeup setting and oil control.

Special Ingredients and Functional Terms

Acne (Acne Products): Products used to treat acne.

Alcohol-free (Alcohol-free): Products without alcohol content.

Anti-wrinkle (Anti-wrinkle): Products used to reduce wrinkles.

Hydra- (Hydrating): Products containing moisturizing ingredients.

Exfoliator (Exfoliator): Products used to remove dead skin cells.

Revitalize (Revitalizing): Products used to activate the skin.

Scrub (Scrub): Exfoliating products containing fine particles.

The above-listed terms cover the main types and functions of cosmetics and skincare products.For the cosmetics business,these terms will serve as important tools to better understand and manage related processes.Essential English vocabulary for imported cosmetics,facilitating import communication.