Different makeups are made differently, so an example would be lipstick. The ingredients for lipstick (alcohol, wax, oil, and pigment) are melted together, along with a solvent solution. The ingredients are mixed for many hours then put away to set. After they have formed into a semi-solid they are put into a tiny tube and shaped. They cool down and brand labels are added. Some makeup companies may preform animal testing. This is when a product, that a company is not sure of, may be applied to the skin, or eyes of animals to test the effects of it, which is usually torture to the test subject. Effects may be the product not doing it's proper purpose, irritation of the skin or eyes, or other skin damaging effects. Some governments make animal testing mandatory, some may not condone it at all and products may not be able to sell if animal testing is in the …show more content…
The longest lasting makeup is said to be waterproof. Why waterproof makeup is so special is because it last all day, through challenges like rain, humidity, tears, or even going for a swim. The product will still look nice at the end of the day. The difference between regular and waterproof makeup is regular cosmetics contains an ingredient called dimethicone. This is an oil that helps with the application method, by making it easier to apply smoothly. Waterproof makeup contains dimethicone copolyol. This is designed to adhere to the skin and it will not break down in water. The only problem with waterproof makeup is the removal process is much more complicated. This is because most makeup removers are not designed to take off waterproof products. To take off waterproof cosmetics, waterproof remover is needed. Waterproof is more expensive, and not all makeup removers sell a waterproof version. Even with waterproof remover, taking off waterproof makeup may still be a challenge because the main ingredient of any remover is