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| Raymond K |
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| Raymond K |
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product as beneficial need to be taken with a grain of salt, as many are either not potent enough or are not proven to have a real effect.
Another common claim of cosmetic labels is that they are formulated to have some trait that appears attractive. A very typical example is the phrase “hypoallergenic.” For people with sensitive skin, hypoallergenic cosmetics sound like a blessing, because the word “hypoallergenic” means that the cosmetic is less likely to cause an allergic reaction to the user. Then again, there are absolutely no FDA (Food and Drug Administration, the federal agency which regulates, among other things, cosmetics) regulations concerning the use of the word “hypoallergenic.” In other words, there is no set definition of hypoallergenic, which leaves the decision of whether or not the product really causes less allergic reactions completely up to the company.
Furthermore, the term “dermatologist-tested” only means that a dermatologist has run tests to determine if the product causes less reaction in general. This does not mean that the cosmetic actually does cause less reaction, only that it has been tested. Of course, some companies really do try to make their products less likely to induce allergies by conducting lab tests, but just because the cosmetic is labeled as “hypoallergenic” or “dermatologist-tested” does not mean that it will not cause an allergic reaction.
When a product says that it contains “natural” or “all-natural” ingredients, it is really saying that the ingredient was not produced chemically in a lab. Instead, it was extracted from plants or animals. However, this does not at all mean that it will not cause allergic reactions. In fact, some natural ingredients are very common causes of reactions (for example, lanolin, a product from wool).
So, when a consumer is evaluating cosmetic labels to separate bonuses from the bunk, he/she needs to read all the promotional phrases and words with a slightly cynical eye. Any exotic ingredients in or so-called good characteristics of the cosmetic which are highlighted by the label should be scrutinized before the consumer buys the product, because there may be not enough of it added ingredient to have the claimed effect, or the claims on the label may not be as justified as the companies would have you believe. There do exist products whose labels contain only completely factual and meaningful claims, but the consumer should watch out for cosmetic hype when they go try to find the lotion that will give the softest skin and is chemical-free, or a cream which will not bother sensitive skin, but will soothe it with plant extracts. |
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| evan1243 |
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Cosmetics
Every day, you see many ads on T.V. for cosmetic product which seem to imply that using their product will bring you better health, increased beauty, and more popularity, money, and success. Many products try to strengthen their claims by adding exotic ingredients, like aloe vera, or seemingly desirable qualities, like “hypoallergenic.” But are the companies’ claims valid? Do the extra ingredients really work and are the healthy sounding phrases really true? And, although cosmetics are widely and frequently used, are they completely safe? As we will see, these claims are often grossly exaggerated, and are pure hype. Also, we will examine the health precautions that should be taken when using cosmetics.
You may be wondering whether or not people actually believe in cosmetic ads. The answer appears to be an emphatic “Yes.” In 1999, U.S. consumers spent $3.4 billon on health and beauty products, and in 2003, the international cosmetic market is predicted to reap benefits for cosmetic companies of over 423.6 billion. Obviously, the constant barrage of beautiful people shown using cosmetics has an effect on how the everyday consumer spends his/her money on health products.
However, some cosmetic are not as healthy as they claim to be. This in not to say that they are harmful to your health, but the benefits they promise often are not actually significant. For example, we will look at aloe vera. Many lotions, creams, and other skin products contain a claim on their label saying that the product contains aloe vera. But, although aloe vera has been used for the relief of itchy, scratchy, and burning skin for thousands of years, most cosmetics do not contain enough of the plant extract for it to actually have an effect. This is because aloe vera is quite expensive to manufacture and handle, so adding significant amounts to any product would skyrocket the price.
Also, many products added vitamins like A, D, E, K, and others. These vitamins are essential to healthy hair and skin, but there is no definite experimental evidence to show that placing vitamins, and many other additives, on the skin has any benefits because it is quite possible that the skin does absorb and use them. Basically, cosmetic label statements which promote the addition of an ingredient into the |
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| KALSTER |
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Guys, are you using this forum to post homework answers to each other?
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| Raymond K |
| Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 12:36 pm Post subject: |
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| Not at all. Why would you think that this is homework? |
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Well, that's why I asked. It looks like it, but I don't know what you are doing. What are you doing?
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| Raymond K |
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| Were doing a project for computer class. |
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| Ophiolite |
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In other words, homework.
Here's another project for you. Why not write a one thousand word essay on the anti-social aspects of this practice (Raymond) and one on its positive social benefits (Evan).
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| Raymond K |
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| Ophiolite wrote: |
In other words, homework.
Here's another project for you. Why not write a one thousand word essay on the anti-social aspects of this practice (Raymond) and one on its positive social benefits (Evan). |
How does this make me antisocial and or social? This is a group thing, thanks for assuming that we are cheating. Anyways we just thought this would be a more-convient method of transfering information for the project. Considering the title of this subsection is "Trash Can" we didn't think it would effect the forums in negative ways of being off topic. |
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| Ophiolite |
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I didn't say it was anti-social. I suggested that an interesting exercise would be to write one essay focusing on any anti-social aspects and another on the positive social benefits. I wasn't implying that either dominated over the other.
As oyu rightly point out, placing it in this section of the forum is hardly going to have any major impact. ....... But a skilled debater could always tease something out of the situation .... and skilled debate helps to develop critical thinking, which is an essential in science.
Hope you'll take the time to participate in other parts of the forum.
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| serpicojr |
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| Raymond K wrote: |
| Anyways we just thought this would be a more-convient method of transfering information for the project. |
Uh...................... e-mail? |
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| Ophiolite wrote: |
In other words, homework.
Here's another project for you. Why not write a one thousand word essay on the anti-social aspects of this practice (Raymond) and one on its positive social benefits (Evan). |
Oooh Ophiolite
I didn't realise you could be so school-masterly
I am getting goosebumps where I shouldn't
Could you give me some lines
On both cheeks?
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