Manufacturers of cosmetics nowadays actually claim they have the perfect cosmetics that will make you look younger, more vibrant and most especially more beautiful. They promise that their cosmetics can take away all the blemishes, wrinkles, and other imperfections on your skin. Well, although some of these manufacturers actually have the perfect cosmetics that could help you with your problems, there are some who are just plainly playing with your emotions through their claims, advertisements and packaging. Thus, it is important that you know what are the things to look out for when choosing cosmetics for your skin.
Things to Consider
1. Ads on magazines or newspapers. First, check on the ads on magazines or newspapers. Assess if the cosmetics are over-promoted on the ads. Manufacturers oftentimes make their cosmetics appear really good and irresistible so be very careful. Never opt out just because of compelling ads on magazines or newspapers.
2. Ingredients listed on the label. Second most important thing you should consider checking is the list of ingredients on the label. List has the names of the ingredients used and information whether or not ingredients come from natural sources. But unfortunately, there are no industry standards for what "natural" means. And it is possible that there maybe natural ingredients present but are just added to synthetic ones. Be extra careful, collect some more information.
Similarly, on the list of ingredients you will be able to know if ingredients are safe and healthy. Never ever forget to check this list.
3. Well designed labels. A lot of manufacturers are willing to spend a lot of time, money, and effort to have well designed labels so people will feel their cosmetics are irresistible. Unfortunately, the well designed, pretty labels don't guarantee anything. Oftentimes, they are used to entice customers. Thus, never buy any cosmetic because of well designed label.
4. Possible allergic reactions. It is best if the cosmetic is hypoallergenic. This doesn't actually means that it wont cause allergic reactions but the possibility it will is indeed lesser. Thus, always check if there is an info telling if the cosmetic causes allergic reactions or not. - 15438
Things to Consider
1. Ads on magazines or newspapers. First, check on the ads on magazines or newspapers. Assess if the cosmetics are over-promoted on the ads. Manufacturers oftentimes make their cosmetics appear really good and irresistible so be very careful. Never opt out just because of compelling ads on magazines or newspapers.
2. Ingredients listed on the label. Second most important thing you should consider checking is the list of ingredients on the label. List has the names of the ingredients used and information whether or not ingredients come from natural sources. But unfortunately, there are no industry standards for what "natural" means. And it is possible that there maybe natural ingredients present but are just added to synthetic ones. Be extra careful, collect some more information.
Similarly, on the list of ingredients you will be able to know if ingredients are safe and healthy. Never ever forget to check this list.
3. Well designed labels. A lot of manufacturers are willing to spend a lot of time, money, and effort to have well designed labels so people will feel their cosmetics are irresistible. Unfortunately, the well designed, pretty labels don't guarantee anything. Oftentimes, they are used to entice customers. Thus, never buy any cosmetic because of well designed label.
4. Possible allergic reactions. It is best if the cosmetic is hypoallergenic. This doesn't actually means that it wont cause allergic reactions but the possibility it will is indeed lesser. Thus, always check if there is an info telling if the cosmetic causes allergic reactions or not. - 15438
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