Facial makeup cosmetics are commonly used products that are applied to the skin, and their
ingredients come into contact with it for many years. Consequently, they should only contain …

The word 'cosmetics' is taken from a Greek word “kosmeticos” which means to adorn. Since
early days materials used for beautification or improvement of appearance comes under the …

This volume of Current Problems in Dermatology presents the reader with a portrait of the
scientific background of the complex process of safety assessment of cosmetics as well as …

As stated in the European legislation, cosmetic products present on the European market
must be safe for the consumer. Safety evaluation of the products is carried out by a qualified …

In recent years, the use of cosmeceutical-based personal care and beauty products has ever
increased, around the world. Currently, an increasing number of compounds are being …

Objectives Face painting in the colours of the national flags has become a mass
phenomenon during international mega sporting events. Face paints, belonging to the group …

Materials and methods A total of 283 products were collected from various shops in Lecce
(Italy) and divided into 3 categories: rinse-off, leave-on and make-up. The label of every …

Abstract The Scientific Committee on Cosmetology (SCC) of the Commission of the
European Communities was established in 1978 to assist the Commission in the application …

Cosmetic and personal care products are used in huge quantities throughout the world; as a
result of their regular use, they are continuously released into the environment in very large …

Abstract According to the European Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, cosmetic products
should be safe for human health when used under normal or foreseeable conditions of use …