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Cosmetics

Of or relating to any product used to enhance and beautify the appearance or odour of the human body.

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Eye liner

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A cosmetic used to define the eyes. It is applied around the contours of the eye, along and above the edges of the eyelids where the eyelashes grow. Often applied just on the outer half of the eye.

Lip gloss

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A product used primarily to give lips a glossy lustre and sometimes subtle color. It is distributed as a liquid or a soft solid.

Blush

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A cosmetic typically used by women to redden the cheeks so as to provide a more youthful appearance, and to emphasise the cheekbones.

Nail polish

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A lacquer applied to human fingernails or toenails to decorate and/or protect the nail plate.

Face scrub

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

An exfoliation product which has been designed specifically for use on the face.

Powder puff

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A piece of soft material used for the application of powder.

Sensitive skin

Cosmetics & skin care; Cosmetics

A sensitive skin is a thin or a fine-textured skin. It reacts quickly to both heat and cold; therefore, it sunburns and windburns easily. It is commonly dry, delicate and prone to allergic reactions. ...

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