The phrase "cosmetic substances" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when talking about substances used to improve the appearance of the body, such as makeup, lotion, or shampoo. For example, "The beauty industry relies heavily on the use of various cosmetic substances to enhance physical features."
The SED is a tool to predict the systemic availability of a cosmetic substance; however, this relationship is not straightforward.
A further 150 chemicals require exposure risk mitigation measures which means that they may only be used under certain conditions (e.g., formaldehyde or methanol in Annex III of the Cosmetics Regulation: list of substances which cosmetic products must not contain except subject to restrictions laid down; [1]).
BOTOX -- Though a cosmetic treatment, this substance can minimize some effects of photoaging.
COLLAGEN -- Also a cosmetic treatment, this substance, which is derived from the skin of cows, acts as a filler for lines and wrinkles.
It must be questioned whether the ingredient lists are sufficient information for safe handling (b) Examples where natural substances and cosmetic products are granted special waivers Cosmetic products are not classified and labelled, even if they contain dangerous substances above the thresholds ([8] (A) Art. 1 (5)) Consumers have the right to know.
In comparison, the smartphone application ToxFox by Friends of the Earth Germany [8], which had been launched in 2012, offers information about endocrine substances in cosmetic products.
The methodology is designed for the evaluation of the inhibitory potency of the most frequently used active substances in cosmetic marketed products against hyperpigmentation such as kojic acid, azelaic acid and benzoic acid.
Cancer risks from substances in cosmetic and personal care products have been reported (Table 3) [ 82].
Based on these precautionary notes, it appears reasonable to assume that the data requirements for chemical substances and cosmetic ingredients will be adapted in the near future.
