Cosmetics: Types, Allergies and Applications (Chemical Engineering Methods and Technology)

Cosmetics: Types, Allergies and Applications (Chemical Engineering Methods and Technology) Review

Cosmetics are substances used to enhance the appearance or odour of the human body. The manufacture of cosmetics is currently dominated by a small number of multinational corporations that originated in the early 20th century, but the distribution and sale of cosmetics is spread among a wide range of different businesses. This book presents current research data in the study of cosmetic types, allergies to and applications. Some topics discussed herein are suncare products; the hazards of traditional cosmetics used in the Islamic world; occupational contact dermatitis to cosmetics; heavy metals exposure from some cosmetic consumer products; and, solid lipid nanoparticles used in cosmetic applications.