Makeup becomes very common nowadays. But why people makeup? The first impression you give to everyone is very important especially when interview for a job. Hence, makeup is a vital factor for ones to look more attractive and boost their confidence. Makeup can said to be a mask that is applied to enhance the true identity. That is why someone looks extremely different before and after makeup. In theatres, makeup is greatly used. Every actor or actress on the stage is wearing tons of makeup to attract more fans. Makeup is a kind of manner.
However, the disadvantages of makeup are much heavier compare to the advantages. This is because the chemicals which are used to make the cosmetic products can bring danger to our skin. It is the same as natural cosmetics. Natural cosmetics may also contain products which are harmful depend on the brand you used. Constantly makeup can cause damage of facial skin and the effect may not show on the instant. Ones will surprise that their facial skin is severely damaged when they grow older and older. After using a product which is not compatible to the contour of your skin may results to the irritation. Besides, leaving on makeup longer than necessary can cause clog pore. Therefore, we should remove makeup as soon as possible by using make up remover.
There are different brands of make up remover in the market such as Clinique, Neutrogena, Maybelline, Loreal, Nano and etc. You have to choose the one which suit your skin. The following pictures show the different kinds of make up remover.
The common chemical ingredients that are used to form make up remover are water, cyclopentasiloxane, isohexadecane, isopropylpalmitate and etc. Water is the main solvent in make up remover. It is known as a ‘spreading agent’ because it helps the other ingredients to distribute equally over the facial skin. The water used in skin care products is different with the normal household water. It must be highly purified to agree with the microbiological standards to ensure no impurities are present.
Molecular structure of water
Isohexadecane act as a solvent for make up removers in all traces of makeup. The function of isohexadecane is to soften and smooth the skin without leaving a greasy residue since it has a rich and creamy texture. Yet, isohexadecane has no side effect and can be safely used.
Molecular structure of Isohexadecane
Cyclopentasiloxane is an emollient. Research studies have found that cyclopentasiloxane can cause health effects such as bioaccumulation, cancer, organ system toxidity, endocrine disruption, cancer, neurotoxidity, ecotoxicology and irritation (eyes, skin, or lungs). However, the actual health risks will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredients and individual susceptibility.
Molecular structure of Cyclopentasiloxane
Panthenol is vitamin B5 used as humectant, emollient and moisturizer. For example, it is used for acne treatment and acne prevention as well as keeps the moisture of the facial skin. It is safe to be used in cosmetics.
Molecular structure of panthenol
Poloxamer 184 is a synthetic polymer that functions as a cleansing agent. Besides, this polymer is normally used in industrial applications, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Dipotassium phosphate acts as a pH adjuster to maintain pH of make up remover. It is normally used as cleansing agent.
Molecular structure of dipotassium
Glyceryl Stearate is formed from the esterification of glycerin and stearic acid. It is a white or cream coloured wax-like solid which slows down the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin’s surface.
Molecular structure of glyceryl stearate
Glycerin is an odourless, colourless and non-toxic liquid with sweet taste. It is one of the ingredients in make up remover because it has natural grease cutting properties which cuts through the make up yet is gentle to the skin.
Molecular structure of glycerin
Phenoxyethanol is an organic chemical with colourless oily liquid used as an antibacterial. According from the research of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), with 100% concentration of phenoxyethanol can cause reproductive damage when it is absorbed through the skin. However, it is still can be safely used in make up remover or cosmetic with a concentration of 0.5%- 1.0%.
Molecular strcuture of phenoxyethanol
Octyldodecanol – a long chain fatty alcohol behave as an emollient and emulsifier. Refer to the Journal of Toxicology in 1985, octyldodecanol is considered safe and gentle.
Chemical formula of octyldodecanol
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