Cosmetics Companies

Cosmetics are used to to enhance or retain the glow of the body. They also prevents body odor. Cosmetic are also used as make-ups to change one's looks. Make ups are widely used in acting profession. Though few countries in the western world used to do monopoly business, more and more cosmetics companies from other countries are becoming famous. Cosmetics include:

• body creams
• face creams and lotions
• various types of oils
• skin-care creams
• powders
• deodorants
• perfumes
• lipsticks
• nail polish
• eye and facial makeup,
• colored contact lenses,
• hair products

Origin of cosmetics:

Ancient Egypt. Greek and Rome knew the use of cosmetics. But their cosmetics contained poisonous lead and mercury which sometimes proved disastrous. Arabian people used aromas. In ancient finger nail painting was a popular trend. Renaissance and Elizabethan people started to pamper cosmetics. By 20th century, use of cosmetics became a popular trend among people of the maximum countries. During the first decade of 20th century L'Oreal started its business. This gave the cosmetics business a major push. This company is still running with huge popularity among millions of users.

Cosmetics business:

According to surveys, people around the world spend approximately U.S. $20 billion for cosmetics every year. As the number of cosmetics companies are increasing every year, there is a growing concern about safety issues. Many companies give attractive discounts but do not follow safety regulations. As the skin is very sensitive, harmful chemicals of the cosmetics can destroy important tissues of it. But a majority of the companies maintain their goodwill by maintaining the qualities. Some famous cosmetics companies are:

• Avon
• Revlon
• L'Oreal
• Nivea
• Ponds
• Maybelline
• Lancome
• Clinique
• Max Factor
• Estée Lauder
• Shiseido
• Cover Girl
• Elle

Indian cosmetics companies:

Though the boom of cosmetics companies in India is a late phenomenon, many Indian cosmetics companies have gained popularity both at home and abroad. Some of the them are:

• Emami
• Lakme
• EVM Enterprises
• Radico

Indian cosmetic industry revolve around only few items unlike western culture. Cosmetics like lipsticks, eyeliners and nail-polish are some popular cosmetics products endorsed by Indian women. However, with the influence of 'fashion', Indian young men also inclining towards cosmetics. Hair gel, deodorant, facial creams are becoming popular among them. The Indian cosmetics is just a new born baby, so the opportunities for cosmetics companies to earn rich dividends is immense here.

Few tips:

• The glow of skin or richness of hair depend on healthy body. So, everybody should maintain proper diet and healthy lifestyle. Cosmetics will come to naught if the user fails to show respect to his or her health.
• Make ups should be properly removed, otherwise it will act upon the skin. Cosmetics are very help if they are used wisely. Use skin creams according to its type. Different types of climate need different types of cosmetics.
• Don't go bu the discount attractions, but by trust while buying cosmetics.

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