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 Oil Free
 As the name suggests it refer to skin that is not oily. Various gels and creams are made for oily skin to make it oil free.
  
 Oily Skin
 Oily skin is generally thick, dull colored and shiny. It is caused due to overactive sebaceous glands that produce more oils than needed. The skin gets a greasy shine as the oil oozes out. Oily skin is prone to black heads and looks coarse. The cause of oily skin is diet, pregnancy, hot and humid weather.
  
 Onychomycosis
 It is a fungal infection of the nails. It can either affect toe or fingernails but more commonly occurs in toenail. This disease can be a cosmetic concern for the people suffering from it and if treatment is not undertaken the nails tend to become thick as they press against the inside of the shoes which causes pain, irritation and pressure.
  
 Organic Cosmetics
 These are cosmetics that make use of natural elements in making the cosmetic product. As most of the cosmetic gets absorbed by the skin the organic cosmetics is less likely to cause any harm.
  
 Organic Skincare/Cosmetics
 Organic skincare are made of ingredients that promote and enhance biodiversity, natural systems’ ecological balance, and minimize pollutants.
  
 Oriental
 Also known as ambers it includes a large class of fragrance that include scent of animal and vanilla along with woods and flower. These fragrances can be further enhanced by incense resins and camphorous oils.
  





 
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