The potential toxicity of heavy metals in cosmetics is becoming a serious threat to human
beings day by day. Apart from its economic and beneficial uses, its toxicity issues are …

Background: Globally, the consumption and use of cosmetics have increased exponentially.
The presence of hazardous metals raises worries about their potential long-term impacts on …

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and wearing masks in many countries, women are keen on
elegance, beauty and the use of face foundations. Assessment of health risks associated …

Global customer consciousness for more sustainable products and government
requirements for a more sustainable industry have motivated cosmetics small and medium …

This study assessed the level of toxic metals and hydroquinone in skin-lightening-creams
commonly use in Ogun State, Nigeria. The pH of all the cream samples was determined and …

Skin-lightening products have been in use for many years to lighten skin colour. However,
these products contain chemicals that can alter the skin's chemical structure and inhibit the …