SOCIAL EFFECTS OFF COSMETICS

ASSIGNMENT OF COSMETICS SCIENCES

SUBMITTED BY IRUM MUNEER

Reg no. 2021-BSDS-008

SUBMITTED TO MS SANA IRSHAD

TOPIC: SOCIAL EFFECTS OFF COSMETICS

THE UNIVERISITY OF FAISALABAD

 SOCIAL EFFECTS OF COSMETICS:

In a study by FEBEA, over 60% of respondents claimed that cosmetics have a positive
impact on well-being, image, self-confidence and mood, with a large proportion (+40%)
also identifying benefits in terms of social life, love life, family life, professional life and
health.

POSITIVE EFFECTS:

 HISTORY: Cosmetics are used to enhance your appearance. Makeup has been
around for many centuries. The first known people who used cosmetics to
enhance their beauty were the Egyptians. Makeup those days was just simple
eye coloring or some material for the body.

 WHY COSMETIC IMPORTANT: It hides imperfections and tries to fit into the
standard set by society. It makes us look fresh by pressurizing the cells inside
the layers of the skin. Makeup is used when we want to look confident and
competent. It is a way to tell the world that one is not stressed or nervous but
happy and chill.

 SELF ESTEEM: Positive body image, on the other hand, has been linked with
better mental health, higher self-esteem and healthier relationships. Negative
body image affects people of all ages, with 31% of teenagers and 35% of adults
feeling depressed or ashamed because of how they perceive their bodies.

 COVERING INSECURITIES: Wearing makeup has become an essential tool in

society to manage social expectations. By using makeup people are able to
cover insecurities, blemishes or features on their face they may not necessary
want to be seen. Make up is a non-permanent mask for people to enhance or
change their features.

 BOOST UP HAPPINESS: For many people, wearing makeup calms them down,
and the simple act of putting on a bold lipstick may be the first step in doing
something that relieves their anxiety. In fact, studies have found a correlation
between short, repetitive rituals and perceived boost in happiness
  HIDE IMPERFECTIONS: Women wearing makeup are perceived by others as
more attractive, competent, dominant, and more socially prestigious. Individuals
differ in how much and how frequently they use makeup. Some studies show that
women with lower self-esteem use more makeup, probably to hide imperfections.

 RELIEF: Researchers have known for decades that exposure to overly perfected
beauty images can lead to body dissatisfaction, depression, anxiety and even
eating-disordered behaviors in girls and women. These images trigger a simple
but destructive comparison process.

 RESULT: When the study was concluded, the data results showed that the
group that wore makeup performed significantly better than the groups that did
not. Wearing makeup not only boosts your self-esteem, but also helps you
perform better cognitively.

NEGATIVE EFFECTS:

 SKIN PROBLEM: Skin rashes, multiple stretch marks, yellowish brown

coloration, hypertension, renal failure and cancer are some of the toxicological
and health hazards associated with cosmetic product usage and are linked to
poisonous substances used in cosmetic preparation.

 HARMFUL CHEMICALS: The chemicals used in cosmetic are harmful. These

chemicals are linked with a litany of health problems, including cancer,
reproductive issues, and irritation of the skin and eyes. Those who advocate the
use of chemicals in cosmetics may make the point that tiny amounts are not
harmful.

 SIDE EFFECTS: Spreading bacteria on the skin, irritation and scratches on the
eye. fire hazards, in the case of aerosol products such as hairspray. Allergic
reactions or sensitivity to ingredients.

 DANGEROUS INGREDIENTS: Certain chemicals present in makeup and other

cosmetic products can contain ingredients that researchers have linked to
serious health concerns. Some of these health concerns include: cancer.
endocrine disorders, which affect the production of hormones in the body.
 CLOGGED PORES: If you are applying makeup on a regular basis and leaving it
on your skin for a long time, there are chances that your skin pores get clogged.

 POLLUTION: Unfortunately, things like excessive packaging, plastic pollution,

and unsustainable resource consumption are huge problems within the cosmetic
industry that have devastating impacts on the environment. Beauty packaging
alone amounts to 120 billion units each yearThis does not let your skin breathe,
making it prone to acne, bumps and other facial skin problems. You may notice
bumps around your eyes as well.

 ALLERGIC REACTIONS: While some makeup products look similar,

ingredients vary from one brand to another. Products formulated with mild
ingredients do not harm your skin. However products with harmful chemicals like
SLES can cause allergic reactions. If you are allergic to certain ingredients, such
products can make it worse. They can make your skin itchy and uncomfortable.

 COLOUR CHANGE: Wearing makeup everyday has side effects but sleeping
with makeup through the night can damage your skin to a great extent. Created
due to the pollution and sun, free radicals can affect the collagen weakening your
skin and lead to changes in your skin color. For example, when long lasting
lipsticks are worn for more than 10 hours, it darkens the color of your lips as it
contains ingredients that block oxygen supply to your lips.