Cosmetics
- Name
- Cosmetics
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001169
- Description
Substances intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions. Included in this definition are skin creams, lotions, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail polishes, eye and facial makeup preparations, permanent waves, hair colors, toothpastes, and deodorants, as well as any material intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. (U.S. Food & Drug Administration Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition Office of Cosmetics Fact Sheet (web page) Feb 1995)
- ATC Classification
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Oxybenzone A sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays. Lawsone Not Available Zinc oxide A mineral ingredient of various pharmacological preparations to treat diaper dermatitis and other skin conditions, to protect the epidermis, and to prevent sunburn. Avobenzone A sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays. Octinoxate A sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays. Talc A mineral used to prevent recurrence of malignant pleural effusions in symptomatic patients during thoracoscopy or open thoracotomy. Lanolin An ingredient used in skin care products to relieve irritation. Jojoba oil Jojoba oil is a plant/plant extract used in some OTC (over-the-counter) products. It is not an approved drug. Zinc chloride A medication used to treat zinc deficiencies and associated symptoms and also in total parenteral nutrition. Eucalyptol A common ingredient in mouthwash and cosmetics derived naturally from the eucalyptus plant that is frequently used to to improve symptoms of airway mucus hypersecretion. Ecamsule A sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays. Titanium dioxide A sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays. Octisalate Ingredient in sunscreens for protection against damage effects of sun light, provides protection from sunburns, aging and skin cancer. Homosalate As ingredient in many sunscreen for protection against sunburn, skin aging and skin cancer. Aluminum chloride Indicated for the control of minor hemorrhage during dental restorative procedures. Indicated to reduce underarm perspiration. Padimate O An ingredient used in sunscreens to absorb UV radiation. Bergamot oil Bergamot oil is a plant/plant extract used in some OTC (over-the-counter) products. It is not an approved drug. Rhodamine B Not Annotated - Drugs & Drug Targets