Question

How do you think chemistry and cosmetics are related?

Answer 1

• Since ancient times, mankind has explored ways of beautifying the body, including face painting and wearing Cosmetics jewelry. Nowadays, cosmetics are used.
• Cosmetics refer to substances that are used to beautify the body. Face powder, lipstick, nail polish, deodorants, perfumes, shampoos, body wash, etc., are some examples of cosmetics.
• Various ingredients are used to make these cosmetics. Thickeners are commonly used for making skincare products like face creams and lotions. Stearic acid, carnauba wax, and gum are some natural substances used as thickeners. Mineral thickeners, such as silica gel and magnesium aluminum silicate, are also used in cosmetics.
• To prevent water loss from the skin, we use moisturizers. Beeswax, olive oil, glycerol, and petroleum jelly are commonly used moisturizers.
• Sunscreens are creams that protect us from harmful sun rays.
• Sunscreens are mostly composed of Titanium dioxide. It has a strong absorbing capacity so that it blocks ultraviolet light and prevents our skin from these harmful rays of the Sun.