Glossary of terms

Antibacterial Fights bacterial growth.
Anti-depressant Aids in counteracting depression and helps lifting the mood.
Anti-fungal Prevents the growth of fungi.
Anti-microbial A substance which reduces or resists microbes.
Anti-inflammatory A substance or treatment which reduces inflammation
Antiseptic  A substance which helps reduce infection.
Anti-spasmodic A substance to help prevent and ease cramps as well as relieve spasms.    
Aphrodisiac Increasing sexual desire.  
Astringent Causes contracting of organic tissue.
Inhalation The movement of air through the airways
Phototoxic Rendering the skin susceptible to damage by light