The use of beauty products are not monopolized by women like many people would think and believe. Rather, beauty products are used by men and women alike. During a time where finances are put on hold or limited because of economic crisis, many are faced with the dilemma of whether to start using cosmetic products or to discontinue its use. Once one has decided to keep on using cosmetics, one still must decipher which among these products one is willing to spend for.
Beauty trends are not limited to makeup that women are fond of using, which they say increases their physical attractiveness and enhances their beauty and desirability. Cosmetics also include facial toners, moisturizers, sun blocks and many other products which concentrate in delaying signs of aging.
So why is there a need to use cosmetic products? Or the more important question should rather be, is there really a need to use beauty enhancement products? Beauty cosmetics have been a part of the lives of many since they were still babies. As babies, they were pampered with varying products like baby powder, baby shampoo, baby lotion and baby oils which are used mainly to lock the moisture in the skin. So at a very early age, babies are already exposed to different products. As one matures, there is a growing need and desire to use these same products, but this time for many different reasons.
Many people actually think that once they stop using beauty products, they will look old and ugly. Some use beauty products to enhance their beauty and others to gain more confidence about their selves. However, there are studies showing that such products are not only to make one beautiful, appealing and attractive. These so called beauty enhancement products are also a way of protecting oneself from the dangers ultraviolet rays bring.
Ultraviolet radiation (UV) consists of invisible rays from the sun. There are three bands of UV light: UVA, UVB and UVC. UVC rays are of little concern as they do not reach the earth’s surface because they are absorbed by the upper atmosphere. UVB rays are the ones that should be of great concern since it is the one that burns the skin and can damage the eyes. So the use of beauty products is NOT really all vanity but it is a wise decision in shielding oneself from the dangers that are usually invisible in the eyes of many.
