Fractionated

/ˈfrækʃəneɪtɪd/ adjective, verb (past tense)

Definition

separated or divided into fractions or distinct components; having undergone the process of fractionation.

Etymology

Past tense and past participle of fractionate. Formed by adding -ed to the verb fractionate, following standard English verb conjugation patterns.

Kelly Says

When you see 'fractionated' on a cosmetics label, it often means the natural oil has been refined to remove undesirable components—a marketing term that makes laboratory processing sound natural.

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