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Common Ingredients
At present, the cosmetic industry selects from more than 5,000 different
ingredients. It's no wonder consumers can be perplexed when they see the list.
Here are some common cosmetic ingredients and their usual functions (active
drug ingredients are not included):
Moisturizers function as a moisture barrier or to attract moisture from the
environment:
* cetyl alcohol (fatty alcohol)--keeps oil and water from separating, also
a foam booster
* dimethicone--silicone skin conditioner and anti-foam ingredient
* isopropyl lanolate, myristate, and palmitate
* lanolin and lanolin alcohols and oil (used in skin and hair
conditioners)
* octyl dodecanol--skin conditioner
* oleic acid (olive oil)
* panthenol (vitamin B-complex derivative)--hair conditioner
* stearic acid and stearyl alcohol
Preservatives and antioxidants (including vitamins) to prevent product
deterioration:
* trisodium and tetrasodium edetate (EDTA)
* tocopherol (vitamin E)
Antimicrobials to fight bacteria:
* butyl, propyl, ethyl, and methyl parabens
* DMDM hydantoin
* methylisothiazolinone
* phenoxyethanol (also rose ether fragrance component)
* quaternium-15
Thickeners and waxes used in stick products such as lipsticks and blushers:
* candelilla, carnauba, and microcrystalline waxes
* carbomer and polyethylene--thickeners
Solvents to dilute:
* butylene glycol and propylene glycol
* cyclomethicone (volatile silicone)
* ethanol (alcohol)
* glycerin
Emulsifiers to break up and refine:
* glyceryl monostearate (also pearlescent agent)
* lauramide DEA (also foam booster)
* polysorbates
Color additives--synthetic organic colors derived from coal and petroleum
sources (not permitted for use around the eye):
* D&C Red No. 7 Calcium Lake (lakes are dyes that do not dissolve in
water)
Inorganic pigments--approved for general use in cosmetics, including for the
area of the eye:
* iron oxides
* mica (iridescent)
Hair dyes--phenol derivatives used in combination with other chemicals in
permanent (two-step) hair dyes:
* aminophenols
pH adjusters to stabilize or adjust acids and bases:
* ammonium hydroxide--in skin peels and hair waving and straightening
* citric acid--adjusts pH
* triethanolamine--pH adjuster used mostly in transparent soap
Others:
* magnesium aluminum silicate--absorbent, anti-caking agent
* silica (silicon dioxide)--absorbent, anti-caking, abrasive
* sodium lauryl sulfate--detergent
* stearic acid--cleansing, emulsifier
* talc (powdered magnesium silicate)--absorbent, anti-caking
* zinc stearate--used in powder to improve texture, lubricates.
Judith E. Foulke is a staff writer for FDA Consumer.
I hope this helps out for those who curious about some of the functions
on basic ingredients in cosmetics.
Danielle Ferreira
You have the right and the responsibility to select the appropriate school to meet your child’s learning needs. No one knows your child's special traits, needs, strengths and weaknesses better than you. If you are considering a private school for your child, it is important for you to know some of the fundamental differences between private and public school in Florida.
The School's Philosophy Each private school has a stated purpose and philosophy unique to that school. Some place an emphasis on college preparation. Some are vocational, while others seek to meet the needs of children with particular learning styles. When considering a private school, parents are encouraged to ask to see the school's statement of purpose and philosophy to determine if the stated direction of the school is suitable to the needs of their child.
The Faculty and Administration Certification of private school teachers and administrators is not required in Florida. Therefore, parents are encouraged to ask the following questions about the faculty and administration:
The Academic Program Since the academic program offered at a private school is not part of the state system of K-20 education defined in educational statutes, parents may want to ask the following questions:
Most postsecondary training programs, colleges and prospective employers require that the applicant's high school diploma and transcript be from an accredited school. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) is the regional accrediting agency for the twelve southeastern states and the only accrediting agency for Florida's public and state university system schools. Many private schools in Florida are also SACS accredited.
For private schools, accreditation is not required and is achieved by the school's adopting and maintaining the academic standards prescribed by an independent accrediting association, usually affiliated with the school's religion or educational philosophy. There are many accrediting organizations for private schools and many private schools that are not accredited at all.
It is wise to check with the college, university, or prospective employers to determine whether or not they accept diplomas and transcripts from a specific private school. Requests for information about the acceptance of credits from a specific private school for postsecondary education admittance should be directed to the local community college or university admissions office.
There is no state law requiring private schools to be accredited, and there is no state regulation of private school accrediting agencies. Some private schools choose to become accredited.
Accrediting organizations will verify individual school status relative to the organization's standards and requirements. Please understand that any contract or tuition payment agreement a parent signs is a matter of contract and business law not education. Therefore, parents may want to ask the following questions:
Private schools are governed in a variety of ways. Some by a school board elected by the parents, some by specific churches or religious bodies, some by boards or trustees and some are proprietary schools. Parents are encouraged to ask the following questions:
