Application in Cosmetic Industry

Cosmetics are products designed to cleanse, protect and change the appearance of external parts of our bodies. The key ingredients present in most cosmetics include water, emulsifiers, preservatives, thickeners, moisturisers, colours and fragrances. Ingredients can be naturally occurring or artificial, but any potential impact on our health depends mainly on the chemical compounds they are made of.

Water used in the formulation of cosmetics is not your everyday, regular tap water. It must be “ultra-pure”—that is, free from microbes, toxins and other pollutants.

Emulsifier refers to any ingredient that helps to keep unlike substances (such as oil and water) from separating.

Preservatives are added to cosmetics to extend their shelf life and prevent the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi

Colorants would include things like Caramel, Annatto extract, Dehydrated beets, Fruit juice, Carrot oil, and more.

Thickening agents work to give products an appealing consistency. 

Emollients soften the skin by preventing water loss.

Colouring agents/pigments to accentuate or alter a person's natural colouring

Glimmer and shine to achieve Shimmering effects

Fragrances to provide an appealing fragrance.