Advice about Cosmetics
How to choose a sunscreen?
Choose a sunscreen with a SPF factor of 15 or higher that also blocks the full spectrum of UVA light. SPF ratings tell you how well the sunscreen shields against UVA rays that burn and damage the skin. Avoid products that combine UV and insect protection in one bottle. The sunscreen may be less effective. Oil-free products are best for you if you get acne breakouts. If a sunscreen causes stinging, itching or a rash, try a fragrance-free formula. Cosmetics, (...) Read more
Cosmetics for the most part, don’t really pose any significant dangers. However, there are certain products that you need to be careful with.
*Probably the most obvious of these is the aerosol hairspray can - keep them away from heat and fire, and do not use them while smoking.
*Never use aerosol beauty products near heat or while smoking because they can ignite.
*Cosmetic powders pose another danger – from inhalation. Repeated exposure can damage the lungs.
*Hairsprays and powders may (...) Read more
The National Consumer Agency provides advice for consumers on the purpose of sunscreens, the selection of sunscreens and the application of sunscreens - National Consumer Agency - Sunscreen Products
General sun safety guidelines:
* Wear a hat and sun glasses, loose clothing and sunscreen on exposed skin.
* Remember no sunscreen will provide complete protection form the suns harmful UV rays.
* SPF ratings are used to score sunscreen products in temrs of the level of protection against (...) Read more
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• Don’t apply makeup while driving. This makes for dangerous driving, and hitting a bump in the road and scratching your eyeball can cause bacteria to contaminate the cut.
• Never share makeup. Use a new disposable applicator when testing products. Ask salespersons to clean container openings with alcohol before applying their contents to your skin.
• Never add water or another liquid to a product to bring back its original consistency. This could introduce bacteria that can easily (...) Read more
• Apply eyeliner outside the lash line (away from the eye) to avoid direct contact of the cosmetic with the eye. There also will be less chance that the liner will flake off into the eye. • Keep eyeliner pencils sharpened so that the rough wood casing won’t scratch the eye or eyelid. As the pencil becomes old, the liner tip becomes stiff, requiring more pressure to apply. When this happens, replace the pencil with a new one.
• Replace cosmetics every six months (more often if you wear (...) Read more
People who wear contact lenses are prone to corneal abrasions or corneal ulcers if they have poorly fitting lenses or get dust specks under the lens. In addition, they may contaminate their lenses with the oils, residues and possible bacteria found in cosmetics. Some simple precautions can minimize the chance of contamination:
• Insert contact lenses before applying makeup and take them out prior to removing makeup. Always wash your hands before touching your contact lenses.
• Apply makeup (...) Read more
