How to identify genuine cosmetics

How to identify genuine cosmetics? Many cosmetic products are used in daily life. Most of our understanding of the quality of cosmetics comes from various media Publicity, as well as the literal labeling of ingredients on cosmetic products, ultimately lead to blind trust in the brand effect. So how to identify genuine cosmetics? How to identify genuine cosmetics 1

How to identify the authenticity of various cosmetics

Methods/steps

1. Identification of essences

The purpose of the test is to see whether the essence is easy to absorb. The specific operation method is to drop the essence on a stack of facial tissue or cotton pads to observe the penetration. The easier it is to penetrate downward, which means that the molecules are small and have strong penetrating power and are easy to be absorbed by the skin. absorb. If it only spreads on the surface, it means poor penetration and poor absorption. Through this small experiment of testing the molecular penetration of cotton pads, we can identify the quality of essence lotion

2. Identification of lotion

The purpose of the test is to see whether the lotion is Gentle enough and less irritating to the skin. Before testing, you need to prepare acid-base test paper. Drop some lotion on the test paper. If the pH value is less than 7, the test paper will appear red when it is acidic; if it is greater than 7 and it turns blue, it will be alkaline. If the measured value is close to neutral pH 7 or close to the skin pH 5.5, it means your lotion is very mild and will not irritate the skin. But if you want your lotion to have astringent or exfoliating properties, a pH value of 4-5 is ideal.

3. Identification of lotion

The purpose of the test is to see whether the lotion or cream is absorbed well. The principle of the test is to test the type of lotion with water. Simply put, it can be divided into two dosage forms: oil-in-water or water-in-oil. The oil-in-water type is easier to absorb and refreshing, while the water-in-oil type is not easy to absorb. The specific operation method is to put the lotion or cream about the size of a mung bean into the water. Usually the oil-in-water type will float on the water, and it will slowly dissolve and turn into milky white after a little stirring. On the contrary, most water-in-oil lotions or creams will sink under the water's surface and are not easily soluble in water. This way you can easily identify the lotion.

4. Identification of skin care products

Everyone knows that if cosmetics are too oily, they will clog pores and easily cause acne. In order to avoid this happening, the following There are two ways to help identify: one is to apply a little skin care product on the back of your hand, and after 3 to 5 minutes, press it lightly with oil-absorbing tissue. If a lot of oil can still be absorbed, it means it is not easily absorbed and is too greasy. On the contrary, if there is no oil left, it means that the skin care product is easy to absorb and is relatively refreshing. Another method is to apply a small amount of the skin care product on the back of your hand, and after 3 to 5 minutes, turn your hand under the light and observe. If you can still see an oily sheen, it means it is greasy and difficult to absorb. Using either of these two methods, you can easily identify whether a skin care product is too oily.

5. Identification of cleansing oil

The purpose of the test is to see whether the cleansing oil can be removed cleanly and whether it will leave any residue on the face. The operation method is to drop an appropriate amount of cleansing oil into a cup of water, stir it until the cleansing oil and water are fully emulsified and turn white. If there are some transparent oils floating on the surface of the water, it means that these oils cannot be emulsified and washed away. If these oils contain acne-causing ingredients, it is recommended that you wash your face again after using the cleansing oil.

6. Identification of lipstick

The purpose of the test is to test the moistness of the lipstick. The specific operation method is to use a piece of oil-absorbing paper to draw a lip shape on it with a pencil, and then Apply the lipstick you want to test completely within the lip shape you drew, leave it overnight, and then look at the lipstick on the oil-absorbing paper the next day. The oil will seep out to a wider area beyond the lip line drawn with pencil. , indicating that the higher the oil content of this lipstick, the more moisturizing it will be.

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How to find an authoritative department to verify the authenticity of cosmetics

1. Search "China Cosmetics Authentic Anti-Counterfeiting Code Alliance" on Baidu and click to enter the official website;

2. Enter the official website and click "Select the brand that needs to be verified" in the middle of the page;

3. After clicking "Select the brand that needs to be verified", You can select the cosmetics brand you want to verify based on the initials of your name;

4. Enter the correct anti-counterfeiting code and verification code, and click "Check Authenticity" directly.

Extended information:

How to query the anti-counterfeiting code of cosmetics

When consumers purchase cosmetics through any channel, You can immediately use the simple query method provided by the China Cosmetics Authentic Anti-Counterfeiting Code Alliance to identify the authenticity of the product.

You only need to scratch off the gray coating of the anti-counterfeiting label of the product you purchased to obtain the 16-digit authenticity code, then log in to the official website of the China Cosmetics Authentic Anti-Counterfeiting Code Alliance or the official website of the cosmetics brand, and enter the previously entered code in sequence. Get the 16-digit authenticity code and click the "Verify Authenticity" button to get the query results.

The establishment of the China Cosmetics Authentic Anti-Counterfeiting Code Alliance has greatly reduced the risk of purchasing cosmetics. Consumers only need to correctly use the legal methods provided by the China Cosmetics Authentic Anti-Counterfeiting Code Alliance to protect their rights, and fakes will have no way to hide. How to identify genuine cosmetics 3

Tips for identifying whether cosmetics have gone bad

The shelf life of cosmetics

Which cosmetics can you keep and which must be discarded? Then first check the seasonal shelf life of each product. As for whether you want to completely renew your cosmetics, you need to know the shelf life of the cosmetics after opening!

Mascara, eyeliner, liquid eyeliner, eyebrow gel: 3 months

Shampoo, hair care products and shower gel: about 1 year

Foundation Liquid: about 1 year

Perfume: about 1 year

Lipstick and lip gloss: 1 year

Nail polish: half a year

Anti-aging and acne products: 3 months

Body lotion: 1.5 years

Sunscreen: Check the use-by date on the packaging. However, usually the sunscreen after opening is not suitable for continued use every other year

If it has deteriorated

Even if the quality of the cosmetics has changed, there is no need to throw it away immediately , just stir or shake well. Of course, sometimes the best way is to throw it away and replace it with a new bottle

Cosmetic problems: There is floating on nail polish, liquid foundation, frosting paste, cream or sunscreen. Oil.

Main reason: In nail polish, pigments with heavier specific gravity will gradually sink to the bottom of the bottle.

Tips: For nail polish and frosting paste, shake the liquid well in time; the floating oil layer of foundation, lotion and cream is a sign of oxidation and is best discarded because it can cause allergies.

Cosmetics Problem: Liquid beauty products, perfumes, creams, gels, etc. are coated with color.

Main reason: The cream will turn yellow due to the fragrance being sensitive to light or the pigment fading, but this does not affect the efficacy of the product. But for products that contain active ingredients, such as anti-aging or acne treatments, fading means those ingredients have lost their effectiveness. Vitamin C turns brown; vitamin A turns dark yellow; azure cream fades to yellow and brown.

Tip: If it’s a perfume, you can tell it’s getting darker like this It is due to oxidation, the best way is to throw it away and it is a pity to use moisturizing products and shampoos for an extra month

Cosmetic problems: Perfume, gel, lotion or cream smell strange.

Main reason: Preservative failure. If the preservatives in body wash, night cream, or sunscreen don't work, bacteria can grow and even cause fermentation. Perfume contains a lot of alcohol, so it is less likely to produce harmful bacteria, but bacterial growth can lead to infection.

Tips: Once it goes bad, it is an irreversible change. Must be thrown away. If there is no odor, store it away from strong light and excessive heat.