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The Beauty of Cosmetics

July 4th, 2010 | Author: admin

Any substance that can be used to cleanse your appearance and alter it to make you beautiful is called cosmetics. Cosmetics come in different forms such as powder, cream, liquid or solid. One most significant cosmetic is perfume and it is not only used mainly on its own, even other cosmetics use it to provide a fragrant scent.

Cosmetics have been available worldwide and since time in memorial. In the old times, cosmetics came from dyes and sap of plants that are used by women to beautify themselves. In some countries, cosmetics manufacture is a major industry and it has been regulated to ensure high quality products.

Powders are used to prevent the skin from chapping and to change its color.  Common types include face powder, talcum powder, dusting powder, after-shave powder and baby powder. Coloring ingredients and perfume are added into this product.

Creams are used to clean, soften, and soothe the skin. The main components of creams are water, oil, and wax. Common types include skin freshener, after-shave lotion, and hand and body lotion.

Cosmetics for hair include shampoo, conditioner, dressings, and tonic to make the hair shine and manageable. Waving creams and dyes are also cosmetics for the hair. For other skin areas, there are sun block creams, deodorants, shaving creams, and facial masks. Fingernail polish is also itemized as cosmetics.

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