Cosmetics applied to human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering the appearance without affecting structure or function. The need for cosmetic care varies from person to person because each person’s skin type and their problems are different. Skin types changes to; normal, dry, oily, combination or sensitive skin. The skin products are classified according to their purpose of use. Products applied to the skin classified as cleaning products, moisturizers, deodorants/antiperspirants, antiaging products and sun protecting products. Some chemicals used in cosmetic products are, protective ingredients, active ingredients according to purpose of use; anti-aging agents, anti-acne agents, anti-dandruff agents, sun filters, deodorant/antiperspirant agents and special additives/nutrients. There are important issues to consider when choosing cosmetic products such as symbols and precautions against the unwanted effects of the cosmetic products. The symbols on the back of the packaging give us some information about the product which is important for our health and safety. Precautions are important for using products safely and effectively. In this article, it was aimed to review history of cosmetics, skin anatomy and types, classification of cosmetic products, some chemicals that used in cosmetic products, cosmetic law, cosmetovigilance and the issues to be considered in the selection of cosmetic products.
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Eczacılık ve İlaç Bilimleri |
Bölüm | Review |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 30 Nisan 2024 |
Kabul Tarihi | 18 Ocak 2024 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2024 Cilt: 6 Sayı: 1 |