Introduction to Cosmetology

Cosmetics:

Cosmetics are defined as substances that clean, beautify, promote attractiveness or alter the appearance without affecting the body's structure or function. The definition includes skin care products such as creams, lotions, powders, nail polish, face powder, vanishing cream etc. 

According to Drug and Cosmetics Act, the cosmetics are defined as the materials or articles which are intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, sprayed, introduced in or otherwise for cleansing, protecting, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering appearance.

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Toiletries:

Toiletries are cleansing product which are used for cleansing of a wound after operation or of an obstetrical patient. Any article or preparation used in cleaning or grooming oneself as soap or deodorant also fall in this category.
          Example: Antiperspirant (Inhibit sweating)

Cosmetology:

Cosmetology is the science which deals with the formulation, manufacturing and quality control of cosmetics products. A cosmetics only clean, beautify or stops the development of bad odor but it does not increase or decrease   the color of the skin. Sometime, it only has medicinal effect. They can also be called drug because they are used to bring changes and enhance the health of the skin.

Cosmetology may be defined as the branch of science that deals with the formulation, preparation, properties, toxicities and application of cosmetics. So, the substances which are used for beautification of exposed parts of the body to improve appearance are called cosmetology.

        Example: Cold cream, Vanishing cream, lipstick, toothpaste, shampoo etc.

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