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Jahan Rifai Block – C 26-09-09 Khathu EDITING IN GREEN Makeup Safety  Putting makeup when on stage is almost necessary, someone might look strange without makeup while they're under the various colors and textures of spotlights. Makeup safety, not only on stage, is crucial. Using makeup that you are unsure of, or using it without knowing how to, can cause serious damage. When applying makeup you must be very sure not to apply anything in the eye, nose, or mouth unless it's intended to be applied there. It is also crucial to apply the make up carefully and in the right way (assuming you know the steps to applying makeup) and remove the makeup well. Not many people seem to realize that the ingredients in some makeup can be very toxic, and if the ingredients aren't toxic there's a very good chance that an element in the product could cause irritation or an allergic reaction.  Buying Makeup: While checking out a cosmetic counter, don’t sample the makeup, as it has germs and bacteria. . If you would like to know what the lipstick looks like on your shade of skin, smear the lipstick on the back of your wrist. Store your makeup in a cool and dry location as heat can deplete the preservative that prevents bacteria.

A good technique to check your lipsticks lead content: Smear some lipstick on your hand. Take a 14-karat ring and rub the band section onto the smeared lipstick. Wait a minute or two, if the lipstick color changes then throw it away. The darkness means that the lipstick has traces of lead.

Safety Rules for Applying Makeup:
 * Read all the directions and warnings on packaging and follow them carefully.
 * If the make-up irritates your skin remove it and stop using it.
 * Always use sufficient ventilation.
 * Don’t use anything not approved for use on human skin, or if you’re unsure how to remove them.
 * When experimenting with household items use extra caution.
 * Think things through thoroughly before you apply the makeup. Always be prepared for possible problems.
 * Never use anything toxic or that might be health risk to you.
 * If you're not sure of something, don’t try it.

Here are some ingredients in used makeup, and their harmful side effects: **// Talc: //** Talc is a known carcinogen (a cancer-causing substance/agent) and can cause lung damage. It blocks pores and can cause blemishes. It also fades quickly and wrinkles easily. It is permitted for use in makeup, because it is believed to be safe in small amounts. It is used in make up because it is cheap and commonly available. **// Propylene glycol: //** Propylene glycol is included in numerous makeup products as a humectant (an absorbent substance). It is also included in brake fluid and antifreeze. It can cause headaches, nausea vomiting, and central nervous system    depression. It  can also reach the blood stream through skin absorption. **// Coal Tar Dye: //** Coal Tar Dye, which is usually listed as D&C Blue #1, Green #3, Yellow#5, Yellow #6, Red #33, or phenylenediamine (any of three toxic isomeric crystalline compounds C6H8N2    that are derivatives of benzene containing two amino groups attached to carbon atoms in the ortho, meta, or para positions), is found in shampoos and hair dyes and in various makeup products. It can cause severe allergic reactions, headaches, asthma attacks, fatigue and increased risk of lymphoma (a tumor arising from any of the cellular elements of lymph nodes.). **// Mineral Oil: //** Mineral oil is a petroleum result that blocks pores, worsens    acne     and slows down skin regeneration. It can cause premature aging and covers the skin so that it can't eliminate toxins. It's in several products, including baby oil, due to the fact that it's very cheap. **// Aluminum: //** Aluminum is found in nearly all antiperspirants. It blocks pores so that sweat can not escape the skin. It has been associated to Alzheimer's Disease. **// Bismuth Oxychloride: //** Bismuth Oxychloride (a compound having oxygen and chlorine atoms bonded to another element) is a result of iron mining. It is used in a few mineral makeup products. It is a large molecule and can block pores, cause stinging and skin irritation, also it increase break outs in people with sensitive skin. 

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