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What's in cosmetics made or sold in us?
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Widely variable: Question is too general to answer specifically. Components depend on what they are for...Moisture, dead skin reduction, etc.. Many contain preservatives and other materials aimed at prolonging shelf life. Be careful that all components are safe non-plugging of skin ducts.
Answered 7/31/2012
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Research: You can research the profiles of us cosmetics at the environmenta working group http://www.Ewg.Org/skindeep/.
Answered 8/25/2013
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