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Actual for You - Don't Be Fooled By Cosmetic Claims
There are some quick, simple rules of spelling and word usage everyone learned and few were allowed to forget when I was a kid. Somehow, I think those rules are now missing in action these days.I mean simple rules such as this spelling ditty: “Use “i” before “e,” except after “c” and when sounding as “ei” as in “neighbor” and “weigh.” That became a very practical way to get it right with one very troublesome vowel combo most of the time.A simple usage type rule was this: “It’s” is the contraction for “it is.” “Its” is the possessive meaning “belonging to it.”I’m not sure, but nowadays I fear most people are never taught such simple, basic ideas about the English language. Or if they are so taught, they’re too busy watching the latest “reality” TV show or cheering on their favorite non-talent singer in the American You-Know-What competition.Grumble, grumble, grumble.I admit learning to use the English language and to do it well is a daunting task. But I work at a “day job” where adult men and women are hired for their ability at “communications skills” — and many of them misspell “recieve” and misuse “it’s/its” i
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics
With so many handheld devices on the market these days, the Apple iPod Nano is clearly an excellent choice. But what makes this particular unit such an obvious way to go? Here are some of the advantages that this iPod brings to the table.For people who like to take a lot of music with them, the iPod Nano is the ideal choice. Depending on the process of file storage, you can have anywhere between five hundred and a thousand music tracks loaded at any given time. Unlike some lesser models where you would have to settle for a much smaller selection, you can easily have music from a variety of genres at your fingertips, enough to get you through the longest airline trip, or through any number of situations where you need some pleasant distraction. Organizing the tunes is simple as well, so you can always find whatever is the ideal music for your current mood.Accessing the tunes is also easier than ever with the Nano version of the Apple iPod. The click wheel has the familiar look that you have come to rely upon. What has changed is that it is much more responsive than some of the earlier models. This means you can perform all the functio
“Natural” or “Organic”
“NATURAL” can mean anything to anybody. Some manufacturers may use the term to imply that the product will not moldy, or is harmless.
The term however, is more commonly used to describe ingredients which are extracted directly from plants or animal products, as opposed to being produced synthetically.
But in what concentration the “natural” ingredient occurs- whether it’s 100%, 80% or just 50%- is anyone’s guess. As far as allergies or irritations go, “natural” is no better than synthetic.
Some natural ingredients in cosmetics can cause allergic reactions. If you have an allergy to certain plants or animals, you could have an allergic reaction to cosmetics, containing these ingredients. For instance, lanolin, extracted from sheep wool, is an ingredient in many moisturizers and is a common cause of allergies.
According to a 1996 Danish survey, 35% of “natural” cosmetics have allergenic fragrances and it is common for “natural” perfumes to have the most allergenic fragrance.
Impure and unsafe
And “natural” plant extracts does not mean pure, clean of perfect either. According to the cosmetic trade journal, Drug and Cosmetic Industry, “all plants (including those used in cosmetics) can be heavily contaminated with bacteria, and pesticides and chemical fertilizers are widely used to improve crop yields”.
Some plants can also contain toxin ingredients. For example, comfrey (an ingredient in certain herbal cosmetics) which contains substances known as pyrrolizidine alkaloids , is potentially poisonous if absorbed through cracked or broken skin.
Unnatural
Because natural beauty and hygiene items are becoming big business, some not-so-natural manufacturers are trying to capitalize on the market and putting the word “natural” on their product labels.
Their products may sound natural, with their jojoba oil, honey, herbs and wheatgerm oil for example, but they may also contain such unnatural ingredients as artificial colours, fragrances and preservatives.
“Natural” products which use natural preservatives, like naturally occurring Vitamins E and C, are not any safer either. According to Alexander Fischer, M.D author of Contact Dermatitis, “Topical Vitamin E is a potent sensitizer which can produce both delayed allergenic contact dermatitis and immediate allergic hives.”
Gerald McKnight, author of The Skin Game, warns that organic essences and ingredients which are being increasingly used in cosmetics today, are not only more likely to set up allergic reactions, they also tend to deteriorate more quickly.
“Cruelty free” or “Not tested on animals”
THERE are no legal definitions for these or other similar terms used on product labels. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), some companies product may apply such claims solely to their finished cosmetic products. However, these companies may rely on raw material suppliers or contract laboratories to perform any animal testing necessary to substantiate product or ingredient safety.
Many raw materials used in cosmetics today were tested on animals years ago when they were first introduced. A cosmetic manufacturer might use only those raw materials and base their “crulty free” claims on the fact that the materials or products are not “currently” tested on animals.
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics
When you first start an Internet business one of the first items on the list, after you've written your business model, is getting a domain name. In years past it wasn't as difficult to find a decent name for your site. Today however, it's not as easy to get your dot com name. The process of registering a name has improved substantially but the availability for descriptive names is far more difficult. Why is this a problem you may ask? It's more of a problem for small and home business sites than it is for larger companies. The reason is simple and I can sum it up in one word: money.Larger companies, especially public companies have the funding to advertise their new sites, therefore they don't really need to have names that reflect the type of business they are in. I can site a perfect example, Go Daddy.com, has absolutely nothing to do with the type of business Go Daddy is in. But being the largest register of domain names, GoDaddy can advertise on all media levels to get business including buying advertising time on the Super Bowl! If you are starting a home based business on the Internet, I'll bet that you won't be buying tim
Some natural ingredients in cosmetics can cause allergic reactions. If you have an allergy to certain plants or animals, you could have an allergic reaction to cosmetics, containing these ingredients. For instance, lanolin, extracted from sheep wool, is an ingredient in many moisturizers and is a common cause of allergies.
According to a 1996 Danish survey, 35% of “natural” cosmetics have allergenic fragrances and it is common for “natural” perfumes to have the most allergenic fragrance.
Impure and unsafe
And “natural” plant extracts does not mean pure, clean of perfect either. According to the cosmetic trade journal, Drug and Cosmetic Industry, “all plants (including those used in cosmetics) can be heavily contaminated with bacteria, and pesticides and chemical fertilizers are widely used to improve crop yields”.
Some plants can also contain toxin ingredients. For example, comfrey (an ingredient in certain herbal cosmetics) which contains substances known as pyrrolizidine alkaloids , is potentially poisonous if absorbed through cracked or broken skin.
Unnatural
Because natural beauty and hygiene items are becoming big business, some not-so-natural manufacturers are trying to capitalize on the market and putting the word “natural” on their product labels.
Their products may sound natural, with their jojoba oil, honey, herbs and wheatgerm oil for example, but they may also contain such unnatural ingredients as artificial colours, fragrances and preservatives.
“Natural” products which use natural preservatives, like naturally occurring Vitamins E and C, are not any safer either. According to Alexander Fischer, M.D author of Contact Dermatitis, “Topical Vitamin E is a potent sensitizer which can produce both delayed allergenic contact dermatitis and immediate allergic hives.”
Gerald McKnight, author of The Skin Game, warns that organic essences and ingredients which are being increasingly used in cosmetics today, are not only more likely to set up allergic reactions, they also tend to deteriorate more quickly.
“Cruelty free” or “Not tested on animals”
THERE are no legal definitions for these or other similar terms used on product labels. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), some companies product may apply such claims solely to their finished cosmetic products. However, these companies may rely on raw material suppliers or contract laboratories to perform any animal testing necessary to substantiate product or ingredient safety.
Many raw materials used in cosmetics today were tested on animals years ago when they were first introduced. A cosmetic manufacturer might use only those raw materials and base their “crulty free” claims on the fact that the materials or products are not “currently” tested on animals.
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics
Industrial pallet racks are a series of parts and components that fasten together in the form of shelving units. They are used to hold stacks of heavy pallets and are a popular means of storage for any industry.Industrial pallet racks are solutions for maximizing warehouse or shop capacity. The factory welded end frames combine with box or stepped load beams provide storage locations for a wide variety of pallet sizes and weights, while maintaining three inch vertical adjustability. Twelve-foot high units have three storage levels, and 20 foot high units have four storage levels. All other heights have two storage levels. They are made stronger to withstand forklift damage. They are also designed so that putting the item in or removing the item becomes user friendly. The material handling principles are used while designing the industrial racks to reduce the material handling costs.The standard frame capacity varies between 24,000 pounds to 26,000 pounds, while heavy duty frame capacity may go around 36,000 pounds and super heavy duty capacity is about to 42,000 pounds. Load beams are available in both standard box style and step sty
Unnatural
Because natural beauty and hygiene items are becoming big business, some not-so-natural manufacturers are trying to capitalize on the market and putting the word “natural” on their product labels.
Their products may sound natural, with their jojoba oil, honey, herbs and wheatgerm oil for example, but they may also contain such unnatural ingredients as artificial colours, fragrances and preservatives.
“Natural” products which use natural preservatives, like naturally occurring Vitamins E and C, are not any safer either. According to Alexander Fischer, M.D author of Contact Dermatitis, “Topical Vitamin E is a potent sensitizer which can produce both delayed allergenic contact dermatitis and immediate allergic hives.”
Gerald McKnight, author of The Skin Game, warns that organic essences and ingredients which are being increasingly used in cosmetics today, are not only more likely to set up allergic reactions, they also tend to deteriorate more quickly.
“Cruelty free” or “Not tested on animals”
THERE are no legal definitions for these or other similar terms used on product labels. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), some companies product may apply such claims solely to their finished cosmetic products. However, these companies may rely on raw material suppliers or contract laboratories to perform any animal testing necessary to substantiate product or ingredient safety.
Many raw materials used in cosmetics today were tested on animals years ago when they were first introduced. A cosmetic manufacturer might use only those raw materials and base their “crulty free” claims on the fact that the materials or products are not “currently” tested on animals.
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics
Once you start promoting your website you will want to find out the value of each visitor so you can calculate how much you can afford to spend on advertising.In order to make these calculations you will need to know your total number of sales, gross revenues, total expenses, and unique visitors for a set period of time.Conversion RateTo calculate your conversion rate you divide the number of unique visitors to your website by the total number of sales you made in a given timeframe.So if you got 4,000 unique visitors last month and you made 50 sales, you would divide 4,000 by 50 which equals 80 unique visitors per sale.To find out detailed traffic statistics check the server logs for your website (contact your host if you need help finding this information).Net Profit Per SaleTo calculate your net profit from each sale you subtract total expenses from gross revenue and divide that figure by the total number of sales you made in a given timeframe.So if you made 50 sales at $47 each last month your gross revenue would be $2350. If your total expenditure for last month was $500 you subtract it f
Gerald McKnight, author of The Skin Game, warns that organic essences and ingredients which are being increasingly used in cosmetics today, are not only more likely to set up allergic reactions, they also tend to deteriorate more quickly.
“Cruelty free” or “Not tested on animals”
THERE are no legal definitions for these or other similar terms used on product labels. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), some companies product may apply such claims solely to their finished cosmetic products. However, these companies may rely on raw material suppliers or contract laboratories to perform any animal testing necessary to substantiate product or ingredient safety.
Many raw materials used in cosmetics today were tested on animals years ago when they were first introduced. A cosmetic manufacturer might use only those raw materials and base their “crulty free” claims on the fact that the materials or products are not “currently” tested on animals.
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics
Todays mp3 players are getting smaller and more compact by the second. How on earth do they contain so much volume of Mp3s, Music Videos, Movies and even software. A leader in the mp3 player industry is the Apple Ipod. The ipod hit the scene not long after the new millenium, and was an immediate Hit with entertainment lovers worldwide. Not only do they benefit by being compact, they also benefit the user by offering an easy to use graphical User Interface, and quick and efficient operating systems (Such as Ipods Slide volume operation). The ipod not only comes as a one off unit, but also has many accessories to go with it. Docking stations, Ipod to PC usb connectors and even different color facia to suite the users style. For more information on Apple Ipods, and also for great deals on Ipods and Accessories, please visit one of the resources below.Downloading music is achieved by using online Peer to peer software. Since this is not hosted by a corporation this makes it perfectly legal. Many programs including Limewire, Imesh, Winmx and Kazaa basically offer the contents of Millions of other users Hard drives and give you the ability to dow
Hence while claims that a product has not been tested on animals are basically true, the inished products- labeled or not- rarely are. According to experts, the term “cruelty free” is also used rather loosely. While for some companies it can mean that the product is not tested on animals, for others it means the product contains no animal ingredients.
For still others, it could mean that the company has declared a moratorium on animal testing, or didn’t test on that particular product, but still tests other products on animals, or at least hasn’t ruled out testing in the future.
(see also separate topics on safety of animal tests, and animal by-products in cosmetics)
“Unscented” & “Fragrance free”
THESE two terms sound alike but they are not. “Unscented” means that nothing has been added to a product to “enhance” its smell. However, something could have been added to mask another smell e.g: the fatty odor of soap, or other unpleasant odors in “unscented” antiperspirants and vaginal lubricants)
“Fragrance free” usually means that no perfumes, oils or scents have been added toa product. However, even this definition is not foolproof. A small amount could still have been added to mask unpleasant base odors or chemical smells.
According to the US FDA, the above expressions have no legal definitions and are presently used by the cosmetic industry virtually without restriction. Beware of “non-fragranced” or “without perfume” products too. These often have aromatics such as sandalwood oil and lavender essence that create a slight scent. Other similarly suspicious terms are “lightly scented” and “non-lingering” fragrance.
“Oil free”
DOES “oil free” mean that a product contains no oil? It depends on how you define oil free, and unfortunately, the cosmetics industry defines “oil” differently than a consumer might. In the cosmetics industry, an oil is defined as having a specific chemical formula. If an ingredient does not have this formula, it does not have to be called an oil, even if it behaves like an oil.
In other words, a product can obtain a substance that clogs pores (just like an oil), but if it does not have the chemical formula for oil, it is not considered an oil. Unless you have oily or acne-prone skin, there is nothing wrong with oils in cosmetics- they are fundamental ingredients that have been used for centuries to care for the skin.
Some manufacturers will state their product is “non-greasy”, although it may contain mineral oil for instance- it comes down to a subjective judgment about how you think the product feels. “Oil free” may be a desirable factor in a cleanser for instance, if you have oily skin. But don’t be misled. According to Face Facts, a 1994 book published by the Australian Consumer’s Association, the phrase has been spotted describing products such as toners which you wouldn’t expect to contain oil anyway.
“100%...”
“100%” of something is another popular labeling trick used to describe a cosmetic product. There is no standard use of this claim. A product may be promoted as containing “100%” aloe vera. However, this does not necessarily mean that the entire product is aloe vera.
It could mean that the amount of aloe vera used in the product is 100% (ie pure aloe vera which has not been diluted with anything). But the product itself is not wholly made up of aloe vera, and has other ingredients as well. It is also questionable whether the “100%” ingredient has been included in an amount that is sufficient to have any effect. Or is it there just to help sell the product?
“Non-comedogenic” or “Non-acnegenic”
“NON-COMEDOGENIC” is an unnecessarily big word with a simple meaning- that a product will not clog pores. A clogged pore causes comedones (white heads which may eventually become blackheads and then pimples)
This term (another variation is “non-acnegenic”) on a product means that the manufacturer has tried to eliminate the chemicals that have been known or tested in a laboratory animal to have comedone
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