Skin Care Products Fakes 101
Science and technology have come a long way in skin care products. Cosmetic and beauty testing is an intriguing arena because so much folkloric knowledge is relevant. The results can make it difficult to determine just what works and does not work. The best skin care products use science, technology, testing and conventional wisdom to make effective products. However, many unscrupulous skin care creators will simply take advantage of one’s willingness to believe that a product should work because it has a good name or says that it is “natural” on the label. In reality, many “natural” skin care products are anything but. Actually, some of these skin care products may cause serious and chronic skin problems. Here are a few things to look for that can cause a big problem when it comes to your skin care routine:
* First check for concentrations - Some products may contain very high concentrations of natural compounds that are not particularly good for you. For example, high concentrations of bismuth are not good in any type of skin care products. Bismuth is an arguable a natural mineral. But, it must undergo lots of chemical processing to achieve a cosmetic form. This processing can cause allergic reactions in quite a few people.
* Look out for synthetic colors - Heavily dyed products will often contain lots of artificial colors. They also may need additional chemicals to maintain the color and the freshness of the skin care products. Many people think artificial colors and fragrances are the same. But, in reality, artificial fragrances are much less of an issue because they often are derived from natural extracts and then chemically processed. They come in low concentrations and are often not major allergens. (There are, of course, exceptions to this.) Bright blues and yellows, however, will usually indicate serious levels of preservatives and dyes.
* What is the size of your mineral makeup powder - Don’t use it if your mineral makeup boasts microscopic particles. While mineral makeup is great for your skin, it is not always ideal inside it. Microscopic particles (nanoparticles) may be soaked up by your skin. This may result in allergic reactions. Also, mineral makeup is not tested for the effects of epidermal absorption. So as a result, there isn’t a whole bunch of information about the long term effects of this type of unintended absorption. If your mineral makeup contains conventionally sized particles, they cannot be absorbed in this fashion.
Skin care products come in many forms and fashions. Everyone has their own personal favorites. This should not cloud your judgment about the quality of your skin care products. Make sure that your skin care product regimen is truly the best for you and always keep an eye out for the fakes.
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