Cosmetic containers

Amino (melamine and urea) Melamine formaldehyde (MF) have excellent electrical properties, heat and moisture resistance, abrasion resistance (good for dinnerware and buttons) in high-pressure laminates it is resistant to alkalies and detergents. They are used as the plastic for counter tops. Urea (urea formaldehyde) has properties similar to melamine and is used for wall switch plates, light-colored appliance hardware, buttons, toilet seats, and cosmetics containers. Unlike MFs they are translucent, giving them a brightness and depth of color somewhat similar to opal glass. 

In 1938, Congress passed this law that gave the FDA control over the manufacture and sale of dru, food, and cosmetics. Before the passage of this act, some drugp, as well as foods and cosmetics, contained chemicals that were often harmful to humans. This law requires that these substances are safe for human use. It also requires pharmaceutical companies to perfonn... 

Skin and hair cosmetics containing alcohol, perfume and other ingredients that may irritate sensitive skin... 

A further interesting property that is induced by surface fluorination is a roughening716 ofthe surface, leading to a matt or frosted texture. Currently this is a highly desirable surface finish for certain cosmetic containers. 

Skin depigmentation effect. Extract of the dried seed, administered externally to adults at a dose of 5%, was active. Skin-lightening cosmetics contained extract of Coffea arabica seeds (containing chlorogenic acid) as melanin-formation inhibitors. The extract has been incorporated into cosmetics for skin-aging prevention or into hair preparations for hair protection. Biological activity reported has been patented . 

CAl 51 Myazaki, H. and T. Yamada. Skin cosmetics containing coffee bean extracts. Patent-Japan Kokai Tokkyo Koho-08 301,722 1996. 

CA193 Nishibe, Y., N. Tomono, H. Hirasawa, and T. Okada. Skin-lightening cosmetics containing extracts of Coffea arabica seeds. Patent-Japan Kokai CA205 Tokkyo Koho-08 92,057 1996 12 pp. 

Fritz, T.M., Burg, G., and Krasovec, M., Allergic contact dermatitis to cosmetics containing Melaleuca altemifolia (tea tree oil). Ann. Dermatol. Venereol. 128, 123-126, 2001. 

Pecquet, C., Lauriere, M., Huet, S., and Leynadier, F., Is the application of cosmetics containing protein-derived products safe Contact Dermatitis, 46, 123, 2002. 

A method for producing a solid or semisolid oily cosmetic uniform is disclosed. The cosmetic contains an oily ingredient and fructooligosaccharide powder, one source of which is Jerusalem artichoke. 

The Roman aristocracy had greater access to lead vessels and cosmetics containing lead compounds. It is believed that their life expectancy may have been as low as 25 years because of lead poisoning. In the body, lead accumulates in bones and the central nervous system. The production of hemoglobin is inhibited by lead because it binds to the enzymes that catalyze the reaction. High levels of lead cause anemia, kidney disfunction, and brain damage to occur, and the accumulation of lead interferes with proper development of the brain in children. Because of their toxicity, lead and its compounds are used much less today as paints or glazes than they were in earlier times. 

Pauly M. Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics containing glucidic compounds as active agents for skin regeneration. French Patent 2 609397 1988. 

The presence of DAAB as a dye contaminant in cosmetics and food products could result in low level exposures via the oral and dermal routes. Occupational exposure may occur through inhalation and dermal contact where these chemicals are produced or used as a chemical intermediate and polymer additive. DAAB is harmful to the respiratory tract, skin, and eyes. Most exposures to the general population are typically through consumption of food and use of cosmetics containing DAAB impurities. 

Various arts and hobbies involve lead-containing materials. Lead is found in artist s paints (certain pigments), ceramic glazes (particularly reds), solder used in stained-glass windows, and linings in containers used for distilling homemade whiskey. Certain Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Asian folk remedies and cosmetics contain lead. 

TyriL [Dow Plastics] SAN resin thermoplastic for inj. and blow mohfog, cosmetic containers, industrial battery cases and caps, high-pressure filter housings, appUanoes, blood aspi-rators, otto medi parts, conneaors, tumblers, dinnerwaie, utensils. 

Preparation of skin cosmetics containing Gymnema sylvestre extract was 62... 

Consumers are exposed daily to NNAs from a variety of non-tobacco sources. Many foodstuffs, beverages, and cosmetics contain appreciable levels of some of the volatile NNAs also identified in tobacco and/or tobacco smoke [Magee and Barnes (2442), Sebranek and Cassens (26A142), Preussmann and Eisenbrand (2990), Maga (2438), Bailey and Williams (158a)]. Daily nontobacco exposure (primarily dietary) to NNAs is estimated to exceed 1800 ng/person daily nontobacco source exposure to NDMA is estimated to exceed 1100 ng/person [Preussmann and Eisenbrand (2990)]. 

Hauser et al. [1993] claim that articles for medical and other uses made from a polymer alloy of a clear styrenic acrylate, a ductile styrene-diene polymer, and a rubbery block styrene-diene copolymer may be sterihzed by gamma irradiation, without significant increase in its yellowness index or significant deterioration of the alloy s mechanical properties (Table 11.9). There are many applications, e.g., urine sample botdes, items in space probes, and cosmetic containers, that are made from transparent plastics and need to be radiation-sterihzed. However, many clear plastics do develop color on irradiation, and their mechanical properties tend to deteriorate, particularly on irradiation in air. Hauser et al. 

Sanbe, L Y. Toshishige. Skin-Lightening Cosmetics Containing Ascorbates. Japanese Pat. Appl. 

Another major source of contamination in an analysis can be the analyst. It depends on what kind of analytes are being measured, but when trace or ultratrace levels of elements or molecules are being determined, the analyst can be a part of the analytical problem. Many personal care items, such as hand creams, shampoos, powders, and cosmetics, contain significant amounts of chemicals that may be analytes. The problem can be severe for volatile organic compounds in aftershave, perfume, and many other scented products and for sihcone polymers, used in many health and beauty products. Powdered gloves may contain a variety of trace elements and should not be used by analysts performing trace element determinations. Hair, skin, and clothing can shed cells or fibers that can contaminate a sample. 

If the cosmetic contains a drug product, the active ingredient of the drug product must be listed first before listing the cosmetic ingredients. 

M. Nagasawa, Antiwrinkle cosmetics containing fiuctosyl dipeptides and antioxidants and/or antiinflammatory agents, Jpn. Pat. Appl, (2007) JP 2007008847. 

Cosmetic containers, pharmaceutical bottles, and deodorant containers made by injection biow moiding and... 

Some cosmetics containers are using HDPE/EVOH/HDPE/EVOIVHDPE coextruded bottles for better barrier performance. Others are using nylon exterior layers on ffDPE containers for added gloss. 

Wisconsin has a law that requires that all plastic containers consist of at least 10% recycled or remanufactured material. Food, beverages, and drugs are exempt if FDA has not approved the use of the specific recycled or remanufactured content in that plastic container. An exemption for cosmetics containers was added by amendment. Because use of post-industrial material is counted towards the 10%, it appears that the law has not had any significant effect on packaging decisions. 

Allergic contact dermatitis confirmed by patch testing was reported in two patients repeatedly exposed to perfumes or cosmetics containing bergamot orange (Zacher and Ippen 1984). 

Contact dermatitis was reported after topical use of a cosmetic containing lemon balm. Patch testing confirmed sensitivity to lemon balm and to other ingredients in the cosmetic (West and Maibach 1995). 

Cosmetic container having nacreous gloss, paia from odate, r. Haga, x,... 

SAN finds application as food and beverage containers, dinnerware, housewares, appliances, interior refrigerator components, and toys. Industrial applications include fan blades and filter housings. Medical applications include tubing connectors and valves, labware, and urine bottles. The packaging industry makes use of SAN for cosmetic containers and displays. 

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