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denatured alcohol: ethanol made unsuitable for drinking, often via addition of denatonium.: solvent, carrier, astringent alkyl benzoate C12 - C15 : benzoic acid ester, C 6 H 5 COO(CH
Castor oil and its derivatives are found in many cosmetics as it is "non-comedogenic" (does not exacerbate or contribute to acne). [3]Cerebrosides (cells from the nervous systems of cattle or swine) were once used in some high-end skin-care products to increase moisture retention and to create a smooth skin surface, [4] however the BSE controversy has put an end to this practice.
Skin whitening, also known as skin lightening and skin bleaching, is the practice of using chemical substances in an attempt to lighten the skin or provide an even skin color by reducing the melanin concentration in the skin. Several chemicals have been shown to be effective in skin whitening, while some have proven to be toxic or have ...
Loose face powder in three different shades. Face powder is a cosmetic product applied to the face to serve different functions, typically to beautify the face. Originating from ancient Egypt, [citation needed] face powder has had different social uses across cultures and in modern times, it is typically used to set makeup, brighten the skin and contour the face.
Natural skin care uses topical creams and lotions made of ingredients available in nature. [1] Much of the recent literature reviews plant-derived ingredients, which may include herbs, roots, flowers and essential oils, [2] [3] [4] but natural substances in skin care products include animal-derived products such as beeswax, and minerals.
Anti-microbial properties have been observed against gram-positive and non-pseudomonas gram-negative bacteria, but are not fully understood.It is believed that the interaction between the positively charged bacterial capsule and the negatively charged 8-octyl cyanoacrylate destabilizes the cell capsule of the bacteria, killing it.
Cosmetic camouflage is the application of make-up creams and/or powders to conceal color or contour irregularities or abnormalities of the face or body. Cosmetic camouflage may be used to address skin-related problems such as angiomas, redness, telangiectasia, vitiligo, sunspots, senile spots, acne, burns, stretch-marks, scars, bruises, and tattoos.
An assortment of cosmetics and tools An actor applying bold makeup for a stage performance Actor Marcus Stewart wearing bold face makeup in the play Oresteia by Aeschylus (2019) Skin care cosmetics at a pharmacy. Cosmetics are composed of mixtures of chemical compounds derived from either natural sources or synthetically created ones. [1]