#color cosmetics product market

[chemicalresearchupdates]

After Sun Products Market Growth Dynamics 2023 Emerging Technologies and Supply Chain Analysis

The After sun products market encompasses a wide range of products designed to protect the skin and hair from the harmful effects of the sun. These products include sunscreen lotions, sunblock creams, after-sun lotions, self-tanning products, and various sun protection accessories. Here's some full information about the sun products market:

Sunscreen Lotions and Sunblock Creams: Sunscreen lotions and sunblock creams are among the most common sun protection products. They are designed to absorb or reflect the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation, preventing it from penetrating the skin. These products typically contain active ingredients such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, avobenzone, or octinoxate that provide varying levels of protection against both UVA and UVB rays.

After-Sun Lotions: After-sun lotions are used to soothe and hydrate the skin after sun exposure. They often contain ingredients like aloe vera, vitamin E, and chamomile, which help to cool and moisturize the skin while alleviating any discomfort caused by sunburn. These lotions can help to restore moisture and reduce inflammation.

Self-Tanning Products: Self-tanning products are used to achieve a tan without exposure to the sun. They typically contain dihydroxyacetone (DHA), a colorless sugar that reacts with the amino acids in the outermost layer of the skin to produce a temporary brown color. Self-tanning products come in various forms such as lotions, sprays, mousses, or wipes.

Sun Protection Accessories: Sun protection accessories include a wide range of items such as sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, UV-protective clothing, and umbrellas. These accessories help to shield the skin and eyes from direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.

Market Trends and Growth Drivers:

Increasing awareness about the harmful effects of UV radiation on the skin and hair has led to a growing demand for sun protection products.

Rising concerns about skin cancer and premature aging caused by sun exposure have also contributed to market growth.

The popularity of outdoor activities and beach tourism has fueled the demand for sun products, especially in regions with high sun exposure.

The introduction of innovative products with advanced formulations, such as broad-spectrum protection, water resistance, and longer-lasting effects, has attracted consumers.

The growing trend of organic and natural products has led to the development of sunscreens and after-sun lotions with plant-based ingredients and fewer chemicals.

Key Market Players: Several well-known companies dominate the sun products market, including:

Johnson & Johnson (Neutrogena)

L'Oréal (La Roche-Posay, Vichy, Garnier)

Beiersdorf (Nivea)

Coty (Lancaster, Hawaiian Tropic)

Estée Lauder (Clinique)

Shiseido

Unilever (Dove, Sunsilk)

Procter & Gamble (Olay)

These companies offer a wide range of sun protection products and invest in research and development to introduce innovative formulations and improve the efficacy of their products.

Overall, the sun products market continues to grow as consumers become more conscious of the importance of sun protection. The market offers a variety of products catering to different needs and preferences, ensuring that individuals can enjoy the sun while minimizing the risks associated with excessive exposure.

[mysteryshoptls]

R Vil Schoenheit Beastly Garb Personal Story

"I completely regret thinking that!"

[Sunset Savanna – Sunset Villa]

Leona: Yaaaawn…

Vil: Good morning, Leona. You've taken your sweet time waking up. I've been waiting.

Leona: You've been waiting?

Vil: Are you still half-asleep? I'll have you do your job as our tour guide once more today.

Leona: Hah? Your guide? I already did enough of that yesterday.

Vil: Wow. You said you'd "provide quality hospitality," but was that it?

Leona: I even brought you to the specially reserved section of the Elephant Legacy hot spring… You saying there's more you want to do?

Vil: Of course. I came all this way to the Sunset Savanna and applied my UV protection perfectly.

Vil: …Well, if you'd like to take it all back, I don't mind.

Vil: However, in that case, I'll no longer be obligated to participate in Catch the Tail.

Leona: …Tch, fine. May I enquire as to what the great Vil Schoenheit-sama would like to see?

Vil: Oh, you would actually consider what I would like to do? If that's the case, then I would like to request a tour focused on beautification.

Leona: Beautification, huh… Then you should go to the beauty salon here at the hotel.

Leona: Their body treatments made from the plants found here in Sunset Savanna are pretty well known.

Vil: I see… I just looked it up, and it seems to have a wonderfully soothing effect on the skin as well.

Vil: Yesterday, I was running around outside all day, so I would love to focus on self-care today. I'll head there now.

Vil: Fufu, how is it? Do you not think my already beautiful self has gotten even more beautiful?

Leona: Yeah, yeah. Good for you.

Vil: I'm curious about the black soap that they used during the treatment. There wasn't much of a lather, and the scent wasn't too terrible.

Vil: The salon at the hotel didn't have any to provide me… Can it be bought anywhere?

Leona: So you want that black soap next. …There's a store I know. Follow me.

[Sunset Savanna – Sunrise City]

Leona: This beauty store here in the heart of Sunrise City deals with orders from the royal household.

Vil: Oho. This seems promising.

Vil: Skin care items made from plants grown in such a sunny region tend to be very invaluable, since they have a greater moisturizing effect.

Vil: In addition, there are many products that help in clearing the skin here… I wonder which one should I get. It's so difficult to decide.

Leona: Isn't this the black soap thing you were talking about earlier?

Leona: It's made of 100% natural plant products that are native to Sunset Savanna.

Leona: The black coloring seems to come from the ash of burned banana peels. Other ingredients include palm oil and cacao pods.

Vil: Bar soap like this usually gives a soft feel after washing. It's nice to use for delicate dry or sensitive skin.

Vil: I'm sure that I'll be exposed to a lot of UV rays during today's match, so… I should definitely purchase this soap.

Vil: These other skin care products are also all natural cosmetics. This country sincerely does put a lot of emphasis on nature.

Leona: ‘Cause they can't think of anything else to use. …There's other stores that have cosmetics you can take a look at. Once you finish paying, I'll take you to the next one.

Vil: …Despite all his protests, he's doing a pretty good job escorting me around to suit my likes.

Vil: Fufufu, it's not too terrible a feeling using Leona like this.

[Sunset Savanna – Market]

Leona: The stuff that's sold in the Raintree Market are mostly lower cost.

Leona: That store over there has merch made from wild plants like rooibos and baobab.

Vil: They have body lotion, oil, shower gel… Ah, and also lip balms.

Leona: In the next store over, they sell solidified resin. That's a natural fragrance that's been used here forever.

Vil: What an unusual shape. It smells smoky and spicy. And yet at the same time, it has a sweet aroma, like fruit.

Leona: If you want fragrances, they also sell a ton of essential oils.

Vil: I see resin perfumes, as well as herbal and citrus fragrances… There really are a plethora of different products.

Vil: There's much more variety here than I expected. I may run out of time if I try to examine them all.

Storekeep A: Hey, isn't that the top model Vil Schoenheit?

Storekeep B: You're right! I hear if he uses your product, sales just go through the roof!

Storekeep C: VIL-SAN! PLEASE TAKE THIS! THERE'S NO NEED TO PAY FOR IT!

Vil: W-Wait! I make it a point to not accept these kinds of things!

Vil: Leona, you say something too.

Leona: Hey, lucky you, you're so popular.

Leona: You should get the storekeepers to show you around now. I'm gonna head back to the hotel. See ya.

Vil: LEONA!!!

Vil: That man… He ran away as soon as it got troublesome! I completely regret thinking that he was even the slightest bit reliable!

[Pomefiore Dorm – Lounge]

Vil: …was something that occurred there.

Epel: Oh wow. I'm... a little surprised that Sunset Savanna had so much make-up for sale?

Rook: Sunset Savanna's beauty brings such joy and grace to everyone, yes.

Rook: Fufu, I'm so pleased that Vil was able to see just how wondrous that country is.

Vil: Ah, that's right. Since the two of you invited yourselves to my room like this, I'll give you a special gift.

Epel: I mean, we all got a souvenir from the Elephant Legacy hot springs earlier with everyone else in the dorm, though…

Vil: This is separate from that. I'll prepare it right away, so wait right there.

Rook: Merci, Vil! I cannot wait!

Epel: What does he mean he's going to prepare it…? Is it some kind of cosmetic he's making? What should I do if he starts a lecture on how to use it…?

Vil: Sorry to keep you waiting. Here you go, a specially-made smoothie from me made from fruits bought in Sunset Savanna.

Epel: …Eh, a smoothie?

Vil: In order to cultivate beauty, it is just as important as taking the right nutrition from the inside as well. That's why I bought an abundance of fresh fruit as well.

Vil: A vitamin-rich smoothie is not only good for a beauty regimen, but also for your health.

Vil: Enjoy.

Epel: Wow! Thank you very much! [gulp, gulp] …It's so good!

Rook: There's mango and papaya in this, I see. C'est bon!

Vil: As for the Catch the Tail match, it was a shame that I wasn't able to perform as I had hoped, but…

Vil: Other than that, I was able to refresh myself and have a bit of fun. From the perspective of a beauty-focused trip, I suppose it wasn't as bad as it could have been.

Requested by Anonymous.

[blueiscoool]

Archaeologists Find 2,000-year-old Makeup in Ancient Roman City of Aizanoi

Archaeologists discovered rare 2,000-year-old makeup and jewelry products during excavations at the ancient Roman city of Aizanoi in Türkiye’s Kütahya province, reports said Saturday.

The excavations, which have been carried out in collaboration with the Kütahya Governorate and Dumlupınar University, were conducted east of the Temple of Zeus, Professor Gökhan Coşkun, the head of the Archaeology Department at DU, told Anadolu Agency (AA).

Noting that they reached 2,000-year-old shops at the marketplace in the ancient city during excavations, Coşkun said they found the remnants of a cosmetics and jewelry shop.

“We found out that the shop sold perfume, jewelry and makeup products,” he said, adding that they found many perfume bottles, pieces of jewelry and makeup.

“Women were always women,” the professor said, noting that they discovered blushes and eye shadows in the excavations.

“We know that ancient Romans stored their eyeshadows and blushes in oyster shells and we found numerous oyster shells in the shops we were carrying out excavations in,” Coşkun said.

The professor said that archaeologists discovered makeup products of 10 different colors and different sorts of hair accessories and jewelry.

Aizanoi, whose history dates back to 3,000 B.C., was the main settlement of the Aizanitis people living in ancient Phrygia. In the Hellenistic period, the region alternated between being subordinate to Pergamum and Bithynia but came under Roman rule in 133 B.C.

It has been said that Aizanoi’s magnificent buildings, starting with the construction of the Temple of Zeus, made the city famous.

Among the ruins stands the Temple of Zeus, which remains the best-preserved temple dedicated to Zeus in Anatolia, a theater with a capacity of 15,000 people and adjacent to it a stadium with a capacity of 13,500, two baths, the world’s first commercial stock market building, a columnaded street and five bridges, two of which still stand over Kocaçay creek.

[jacksoldsideblog]

trying to imagine the toxicity of Paper Street Soap Company soap,

points of consideration:

-the pipes at paper street house are almost certainly corroded. hello lead

-do you suppose they're on city water or a private well? with the second, there's definitely potential groundwater contamination with solvents and heavy metals from the paper mill

-the fat of an animal is where most non-polar contaminants are accumulated — all your chlorinated pesticides, your dioxins and furans, all the POPs (persistent organic pollutants). regardless of the bougieness of the visitors of the liposuction clinic, there's probably some accumulated organic contaminants. however, the process of making tallow may completely remove them — i can't find a good answer, and my gut says it would either completely remove them or hyperconcentrate them

-once they get a garden going, they're actually bioextracting any heavy metals in the soil (of which there are certainly many due to the nearby paper mill. cadmium, arsenic... probably some POPs too but they may break down due to the actions of the plant, bioremediation isn't my speciality) and i believe there's a high likelyhood this would get into the soap, especially if they were adding shredded bits for artsy texture... like with tallow, making essential oils may clear or concentrate these things

-microplastics almost certainly

overall i'd give it a pretty strong: maybe don't rub your hands in it several times a day for an indefinite period of time

plus, if the soap is marketed as moisturizing or deodorizing or "making you smell nice" then it's considered a cosmetic, and as the FDA helpfully says:

"Neither the product nor its ingredients need approval by FDA, except for any color additives it contains. It is your responsibility to make sure your product is safe for consumers when it is used as intended, and to make sure it is properly labeled. You don’t need to register your company or file your product formulations with FDA"

this means if you say your soap is moisturizing or nice smelling, you can avoid it being regulated by the CPSC and having to do lead testing if it will be used by children!

cosmetics (which are often applied to very sensitive skin and right near mucosal membranes) have been shown more and more to have heavy metals, microplastics, and organic contaminants in them, and companies are incentivized to ensure their product is classified as such since it reduces regulation (cost).

so yeah — Tyler Durden's soap is probably bad for you. but just remember, the same rules that would allow him to sell soap made from people and filled with pollutants are those that apply to the very large companies we are forced to implicitly trust our safety with :)

[maryrouille]

Social perception of wearing lipstick

Lipstick as part of women's makeup has had a very turbulent history over the centuries. It wasn't until the beginning of the 20th century that lipstick started to lose its stigma. Advances in technology and more sophisticated marketing and advertising tactics have raised the profile of cosmetics. For the first time since ancient Egypt, makeup became widely accepted, both socially and morally [Read My Lips: A Cultural History of Lipstick, M. Cohen Ragas, K. Kozlowski, 1998]. But do you know how people with lipstick are perceived by others today?

Lips matters

Fuller lips, a feminine feature, are characterized by clearly developed and bigger vermilion zone. And the red color of the lips, as well as the pink color of the cheeks, is the result of blood circulation in the subcutaneous blood vessels. Therefore, maintaining these colors can be a symbol of health and attractiveness [1]. It would seem that if we artificially enhance this natural feature, the perception of attractiveness may increase even more. An experiment was conducted with women wearing red, pink, brown and no lipstick in bars. The results showed that red lipstick status was associated with more male solicitations and a shorter time between women's arrival at the bar and the man's first offer of advances! [2].

Lipstick affects our first impression

Social perception is the process of getting to know other people and assigning them specific characteristics, often based on a very limited amount of information. A type of such perception is the first impression, which is usually most influenced by a person's appearance. Then, specific mental characteristics of a given person are perceived, even based on the way they dress or make up. A study conducted at the University of Michigan showed that a girl with lipstick is rated by students as more self-aware, interested in men, less conscientious, more talkative and sociable than the same girl (behaving identically) assessed without lipstick [Social Perception: the Development of Interpersonal Impressions, H. Toch, H. Clay Smith, 1968].

Later experiments seem to confirm this and show that a woman with lipstick is perceived as sensual and sociable [The Perception of People, K. Skarzynska, 1981]. Interestingly, wearing lipstick also affects our self-perception. The reasons for using this product by women themselves are more related to self-esteem and status in society than to sexual allure. Moreover, lipstick serves as a transition from adolescence to womanhood in society [3].

So, knowing this research, should we wear lipstick more often? It depends on the effect we want to achieve. It is also worth taking into account the intensity and wide range of colors of lipsticks, the impact of which has not yet been tested.

In closing, I would just like to say that this topic was inspired by a recent exchange here on Tumblr about wearing red lips. And this is not the last post about the meaning of lipstick! During these searches, I found another interesting topic that I would like to discuss. Kiss, kiss 💋

[skeleton-wannabeee]

friends, skincare is everything esp when you are in our situation 💀 my best advice is to join ipsy and set your preferences to skincare. no one asked but heres my fave skincare tips:

retinol is everything! and vegan retinol is just as good ✨ retinol speeds up cell turnover, which minimizes aging and lightens dark spots. if you are a picker or cu tt er retinol should be in your daily arsenal

vitamin c is also great for lightening dark spots

hyaluronic acid is great as well and they put it in a lot of stuff these days. i only use cc cream now instead of foundation and concealer and its life changing. the purlisse cc cream is full of good stuff but also color so you can put it on every day and not feel bad about it. also good if you are bad about taking makeup off every night.

red light! if you can get your hands on a red light mask, DO IT. if not, find another skincare tool that uses red light therapy. you can use the tool to massage your products into your skin.

i cant believe it took me so long to realize this but rubbing products in (most of them) boosts their effectiveness SIGNIFICANTLY. the hero cosmetics lightening stick is great for dark spots and what helps is the roller ball.

skincare in the bathroom or at a vanity 👎🏻 skincare in bed/on couch while watching tv 👍🏻‼️

keep some products in places where you spend a lot of time; bedside, desk, purse, bookbag. you will end up using products more when they are within arms length.

keep your favorite products out and on display. it helps to see what you have and reminds you to use it. plus it’s typically pretty as decor 💕

AHA and BHA for exfoliating instead of scrubs.

avoid picking but if you do pick or (like me) have an actual issue, pimple patches are your best friend! i recommend hero cosmetics.

hero cosmetics is great because is not extremely pricey, you can get it at target and on amazon and it’s marketed as gender neutral (bc basically all skincare is gender neutral)

if you like/can afford “luxury” brands, these are my favorite brands at the moment: BYROE, REN, Intoxicated Cosmetics, Kat Burki.

try to buy on posh or mercari if you can! people sell new stuff all the time because they get it as a gift or forget to return it or just never used it and need to declutter. save your money!!

[hoursofreading]

Who did the Glossier girl want to be? Herself, of course. Or rather, she wanted to appear to be herself; to seem authentic and effortless. She didn’t want to examine her attachment to production and consumption to do so, and she didn’t want to give up the cultural benefits of beauty, either. She wanted to purchase herself, please — but, like, a prettier version. “Who are we? We are you,” Weiss wrote in a now-haunting (to me!) post introducing Glossier. “You, but better,” the product copy clarified. The line skewed heavily toward skincare, and positioned slathering one’s face in see-through cosmetics as more true-to-self than slathering one’s face color cosmetics. “Skin first. Makeup second,” the graphic design preached from inside a millennial pink box (before the shade was known as “millennial” pink, natch). The accompanying Instagram images featured gorgeous, glowing, no-makeup makeup models who were aspirational enough to move units, yet “imperfect” enough (freckles, gapped teeth) to make customers feel seen. If this all sounds run-of-the-mill now, it is a testament to the revolutionary vision of Glossier. The startup reshaped the face of beauty branding. Because the marketing was generation-defining, Glossier products — Smoothing Face Mist, Priming Moisturizer — got away with generic formulations. “Frankly, there’s not a great deal of difference on a chemical or ingredient level between many products, and many supposedly key or active ingredients have little scientific basis for their efficacy,” Meltzer writes. “We were selling Vaseline for $12 for half an ounce,” one former employee told her of the brand’s Balm Dotcom lip gloss. It didn’t matter. Glossier was a hit. It drew five million global customers, $265 million in venture capital, and a $1.2 billion valuation by July 2023.

[rexaleph]

if i'm being a cunt in weird ways already today - it is bizarre to me how like half-toy "magically transforming" makeup products that used to be marketed to 12 year olds are now just like embraced by quote-unquote serious cosmetics culture? just saw a video of a girl advertising a lipstick from dior that turns glittery if you rub your lips together. for dior money? or all the ph reactive makeup, where people will even know how it works and not necessarily fall for the "it adapts to your body" gimmick, but still say stuff like, oh ph-reactive stuff is so pretty! just buy a normal pink lipgloss, wtf, you can get that same color, i promise

[l-coleart]

Sketchbook Supply Recs!

Hi y’all, Since I’ve been posting more sketchbook pages recently, I thought I would share some of my favorite supplies. My recommendations are tailored to creating a user-friendly, portable kit mainly focused on ink and markers. I’ve found that having a kit like this makes me more likely to regularly develop my sketchbook, which I view as one of the most important parts of keeping one. None of these recommendations are sponsored or affiliated, I just hope that by sharing what supplies I enjoy, others can find new things to try. Keep reading under the cut!

I often find that products marketed towards the stationary and note-taking/organization niches perform better at lower prices for frequent sketchbook use than products targeted specifically towards the art and illustration community. Don’t shy away from products in office-supply stores just because it doesn’t say ‘for art’ on it. 

I also recommend refillable pens whenever possible. They usually offer more customization in ink color and nib size. Refillable options produce less plastic waste than disposable options. Refillable designs tend to have more ergonomic designs, with larger barrels and better weight balance that minimize hand discomfort. If you draw frequently, this is something worth considering to avoid damaging your hand joints in the long term. In addition, they’re built with durability in mind, allowing them to be thrown in your bag or pencil case without worry. 

Darker ink drawing pens make up the core of my kit, so I’ve tried a variety of options and usually have at least a few of these in my bag. Currently, the Pilot Kakuno Pocket Fountain Pen (around $10-19 depending where you purchase from) is my favorite. I love the line quality this pen can produce– the barrel is a bit larger than most pens and the body and cap give it a good balance in the hand. This pen also takes cartridge refills, allowing you to easily switch colors between refills without the mess. There are a wide range of colors available for this pen, and the thinner water-based ink formula is easy to work with. The ink dries down matte, so it scans accurately without digital manipulation. It also comes in a few different nib sizes with different cosmetic options/color ways for the pen body. Though fountain pens typically have a slight learning curve in learning how to draw with them, I found this one especially easy to work with since the nib has an etched design that shows when you’re holding it properly. 

The Pilot EnerGel Alloy Body Ballpoint Pen (around $8-10) is another of my favorites. The metal body of the pen is a slightly larger barrel size with a nice weight balance which allows smooth lines without hand discomfort. They’re also refilled with cartridges, which come in a few different colors and point sizes; I enjoy the 1.0 mm the most for this pen. The water-based gel ink formula for this pen is one of the best I’ve tried, as it’s very smooth, dries fast which minimizes smudging, and scans well. The V5/V7 Ballpoint Pen from Pilot (available in multi-packs for around $1-2 per pen) has a similar ink formula in varied nib sizes. They aren’t refillable, but they last a long time. I think they’re worthwhile, especially as a beginner friendly, widely available option.

Muji Pens (available online for about $2 per pen) are another great ballpoint gel option. They come in an impressive range of colors, thicknesses, and cap types. They can also be refilled with cartridges. I think the finer 0.38 and 0.5 nib sizes are my favorites from this line. 

If you prefer a brush-tip style pen to ballpoint or fountain pens, I really enjoy the Tombow Fudenosuke or Pentel Pocket Brush. The Fudenosuke (around $3-4) is a felt-tip brush pen. The nib is a perfect firmness to get a variety of line weights with ease. I find that this makes it well-suited to thumbnails and other fast sketching. They come in a smaller range of well-formulated, pigmented colors, which consistently scan well. They aren’t refillable, but last a long time, which I think makes them worth it. 

The Pentel Pocket Brush (around $7 with two refills included) is a bristle brush pen. The fibers are very smooth and can achieve a wide variety of textures and line weights. It has a bit more of a learning curve than some of my other recommendations, but that’s mostly if you haven’t inked with a brush previously– it’s relatively easy to get comfortable with. It’s also refillable with cartridges and has a few different color options. This pen is one of my favorites for figure drawing. 

Though it’s not a pen, I also think the Rotring Mechanical Drafting Pencil (around $20-30) deserves a mention for folks who prefer sketching in pencil. The metal body and textured grip create a good weight balance that makes it write exceptionally smooth. It also takes standard graphite and other colorful options which give an equivalent level of customization to the previously described pens. 

Markers and colorful supplies are another important element of your kit. At the top of the list for me is a couple of different highlighters and felt tip pens. I love Zebra Mildliners, especially the double-ended ones with the super fine/brush tip combo (usually less than $1/pen when purchased in packs of 5 or more). They’re easy to draw with and can be a great choice for adding value or colors. The color range (mostly pastel and creamy colors) is also impressive. Stabilo makes a similar style of pen called the pointMax (M 0.8) (usually about $2 a pen, but also comes in packs) that comes in some darker, more vibrant colors. I prefer the thicker size since they tend to last longer, but they make some thinner liner versions of this pen (called point88) with the same ink formula that are also good. If you like a thicker marker, Chunky highlighters are the way to go. Stabilo Boss (about $1.50 in a multi-pack) and Staedtler Textsurfer (about $1.70) are great options that come in a variety of colors, with Stabilo coming in creamy pastels and Staedtler coming in more bright and neon colors.  

Within this category, novelty supplies can also be a good colorful addition. Mixed color pencils can be really fun for line drawing. Koh-i-Noor makes some of my favorites (about $4 but they last a long time) with earth tones, primaries, and neons. Gelly Roll pens (about $1.50 /pen) also are a nice novelty pen while still being high quality. They have a good color range with metallic, neon, glitter, and other finishes. 

On top of drawing supplies, some washi tape, stickers, double-stick tape, and cool paper also make fun additions. It’s harder to make specific recommendations for specific washi tape and stickers, however, supporting your local stationery/craft/paper good stores and favorite artists and designers who make and sell it is always a good move! I have some from Natalie Andrewson, Alex Tomlinson of Pigeon Post, and Starmint Art that I use all the time. The best ones complement the imagery and colors you use. Be curious, collect, and repurpose things that make you excited!

Hopefully these recommendations help you find something new and exciting. Let me know if there are other topics you’d be interested in! Thanks for reading :^)

[cheemscakecat]

Detroit become Rebooted: PL600

The PL600 line was one of the earliest android models sold to regular civilians. Cyberlife was looking to expand its market past medical assisting androids due to insurance red tape and the higher cost of androids with those care features.

In order save on production, the male and female androids were built with 80s and 90s style matte plastic and minimal internal mechanisms. The androids were ball jointed like art dolls, with tubes of blue blood stringing them together.

They were designed with removable hair cosmetics like Polly pockets or Mr potato head dolls, and themed around retro nostalgia. Inevitably, a rich couple purchased a male PL600 with the designation Daniel to babysit their young daughter.

The couple were casual about replacing older electronics in their home with no regard to repairability, deep cleaning or conservation. It was no surprise that they raised their daughter to have a similar disposable consumption mindset.

She liked Daniel, but other kids had newer models with cooler clothing accessories. And her parents never bothered to deep clean its removable exoskeleton over the years they owned the android. That nostalgic plastic did what it does best; discolor and gather grit and dust. Eventually, they decided to just dump Daniel at a Cyberlife store and pick up a new, fresh model for Emma.

She was in middle school, and had gotten a little tired of the male PL600’s 90s, 4-pack of crayon inspired colors. She had so many more android models and accessories to choose from to match her favorite color; pink. Unbeknownst to the family, the worn and outdated android found the Cyberlife online order they had placed.

TW: Fictional child hostage situation. Android death.

The RK800 police prototype was brought in to assist with a hostage situation in a high class apartment. It was the first time it had ever dealt with a defective android. And the first time a glitch had led to a civilian android killing a human. The father was dead, the mother was hysterical and outraged at the sight of another “metal monster”, and the little girl was precariously balanced on the ledge of the roof at gunpoint.

RK800 had dealt with human hostage situations, but not as the negotiator. Sometimes it was appropriate to shout instructions to criminals, but the prototype did not have experience with pacifying someone like this. The human Swat team was on edge and snapping at this Connor model to hurry up.

It gathered all the evidence it could, and used it to try to calm the android.

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Daniel didn’t really want to shoot Emma, or throw her off a building. But he was trapped, and these humans thought so little of androids that he knew he needed her as insurance. Another android came out of the ruined home. It had one strange black eye and was less geometric than him. And the fancy replacement, too. It was customized with something like the police uniforms he saw when he shot the first few.

He hoped this was their last idea before they’d give up and let him leave. He might run out of battery at this rate.

This Conner guy started talking to him with information he shouldn’t have. He didn’t like how much this fancy stranger knew about him. There was something wrong with his voice. It sounded too much like the angry human police that tried to yell instructions at him. Did all new androids sound like this? Did the humans get tired of soft voices and obedience, too? They were sure shallow enough.

But then again, this stranger was another android. Maybe he could help. Daniel was pretty light, and the longer he stood on the ledge, the worse the chances of him falling off. And/or taking Emma with him. He didn’t want to stay there if he could get help. If he could just get this Connor to direct the humans away…

He let go of Emma, who ran a foot or two away and fell on the deck in relief. He looked at Connor and waited for his end of the deal. Funny, the police android didn’t have eyebrows.

And then the humans shot him in the torso, taking off a fat chunk and cracking his brittle shell. Then they shot him in the arm joint, which snapped the blue-blood tether in his arm. It detached with no tether, but he didn’t get the time to watch the gush of blue liquid or his hand falling to the street below. They shot him in the cheek, and the left side of his mouth mechanism broke. His jaw was left hanging on for dear life on his rubber lip.

Even with his outdated sensors, Daniel knew he was dying. He lost too much blue-blood. With the last of his energy, he called to the police’s little toy. Another stupid new plaything to be used and used until his fancy white skin and blue paint job got stained with blood and scratches. Until they found something shiny and new to replace him, until he knew what it felt like.

“You lied to me Connor. You lied to me-“

——————

Alternate ending

Connor’s best effort wasn’t helping. Daniel was highly unstable, and got agitated enough to shoot at it. The bullet hit Connor in the middle of its forehead and the force popped the faceplates off. Guns were the reason why it had a divided upper faceplate, though this was a design flaw that needed to be remedied. A bullet from so far away should dent the faceplate and fall to the ground without hurting police, not send the outer shell flying off.

RK800 paused for a moment due to the unexpected design flaw, took note of it, then looked at PL600 again. The deviant blinked at him in simulated surprise and started rambling about fancy new toys. “How did that not work? They really want a toy that outlives them?” The girl squirmed uncomfortably, which had the unwanted effect of reminding it that it had a hostage.

Daniel laughed, it’s faulty code causing it to simulate human hysteria as Connor was alerted to what was about to happen. It bolted for the ledge as the deviant leaned back. Connor was just in time to grab the human girl, turn mid-fall, and throw her into the swimming pool for minimal injury.

The Swat captain paused after the poor little kid was pulled from the water and getting treated. He looked over the edge of the Skyscraper, thinking about what that police android just did. As much as that creepy thing put him on edge, he had to admit that its reaction time was just enough to save the day. Oh well, it wasn’t human. He had someone more important to focus on.

Cyberlife added a note to the list of goals for the RK900; fix upper faceplate design, pressure point flaw.

[thevitaminz]

From aspiration to deception

In today's digital age, it has become all too common for brands — both companies and celebrities — to visually alter their advertising campaigns and marketing content. A striking example is Kim Kardashian, the media and business mogul, who has admitted to hiring a private paparazzo since 2019 to take and edit photos of her at public events. This trend extends beyond marketing campaigns and magazine covers; it's now common for pictures of celebrities out and about to be altered as well. The widespread accessibility of editing tools, combined with their saturation across social media channels, is perpetuating an unrealistic beauty standard that profoundly affects the minds of young audiences. According to a 2021 survey of 200 teens ages 13 to 21 conducted by ParentsTogether, an organization focused on supporting families, young people who use beauty filters weekly are more likely to want to have cosmetic surgery and to alter their skin color. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the survey found that the more time teens spent on social media, the more likely they were to report being dissatisfied with how they look. This is particularly dangerous as we come to terms with the emergence of AI-generated images and deepfakes.

It's crucial to recognize the difference between selling aspiration and promoting an unobtainable fantasy that borders on false advertising and fraud. In 2017, France passed a national law that required labels for digitally altered photos of models, mandating that any commercial image that has been digitally altered to make a model's silhouette "narrower or wider" must bear a declaration stating it had been "retouched." Similar measures should be applied in the U.S., particularly when it comes to social media posts. Just as social media channels now include grayed-out disclaimers with trigger warnings and additional context, posts featuring edited images should come with clear disclaimers indicating the potential doctoring of facial and body features. Implementing such disclaimers would help raise awareness about the prevalence of edited images and encourage more critical thinking among social media users.

Amidst this toxic culture of editing, Aerie has emerged as a trailblazer in promoting authentic and inclusive beauty standards. Since the mid-2010s, the brand has fearlessly embraced an unfiltered approach to its campaigns, showcasing its products on a diverse range of models with realistic body types. The AerieREAL campaign, which spans social media, advertising, influencer marketing, and beyond, is a testament to the brand's unwavering commitment to promoting body positivity and empowering women. The campaign's success is evident not only in its widespread acclaim but also in its tangible impact on Aerie's bottom line: since its launch in 2014, the brand has surpassed a billion dollars in sales, proving that authenticity resonates deeply with consumers. Over the years, the REAL campaign has evolved to encompass user-generated content, brand voices, and powerful initiatives. The brand has extended its messaging to the introduction of the "Real Good" line, offering comfortable and casual clothing and underwear that prioritize real comfort for real bodies. By seamlessly integrating the AerieREAL ethos into every facet of its brand identity, Aerie has set a powerful example for the industry, demonstrating that authenticity, inclusivity, and empowerment are not just buzzwords, but the key to building a loyal and inspired customer base.

As brands continue to shape beauty standards and influence young minds, it is imperative that they prioritize authenticity and promote realistic representations of diverse bodies. By implementing transparent disclaimers and embracing unfiltered campaigns, brands can play a vital role in fostering a more inclusive and empowering media landscape.

[risnabeaute]

༘˚⋆𐙚｡⋆𖦹.✧˚"Beauty Product Manufacturers and Eco-Friendly Cosmetics”༘˚⋆𐙚｡⋆𖦹.✧˚

Hi beautes! 👋🏻 🎀. I want to share one of my opinions and research from what I found that Beauty Product Manufacturers and Eco-Friendly Cosmetics” are really important. Skin irritation and allergic responses are less common with natural and oleochemical substances. Sustainable products are made from naturally occurring substances that humans have been utilizing for centuries: plants and animals. These ingredients have therapeutic qualities and are free of synthetic, poisonous chemicals and artificial colors. Take glycerine, an organic byproduct of palm oil. Cosmetics, medications, and soaps all employ the clear, non-toxic liquid. Glycerine retains moisture well since it is a humectant, which makes it a great moisturizer. By enhancing the body's hygroscopic properties, glycerine helps the skin to absorb and retain water. It can be put anywhere on the body because it doesn't cause irritation. It works well as an anti-aging component.

Because The average Asian or American is thought to use 100 kilos of plastic every year, with over half of the plastic generated going toward single-use disposable products. Typical suppliers of environmentally friendly cosmetics include: Natural oils, including avocado, coconut, and olive oils. Plants used in agriculture, such soybeans and corn. Environmentally friendly formulas are the foundation of eco-friendly cosmetics, which are then produced and packaged using eco-friendly procedures. Ingredients that are made from natural substances are used in the creation of these "green," sustainable cosmetics. Eco-friendly beauty products can be an excellent choice for people with sensitive skin since, in addition to being good for the environment, they are typically made of natural and organic ingredients.

Additionally, harsh chemicals are likely to be absent from eco-friendly cosmetics, which lowers your chance of skin damage and flare-ups. Harsh chemicals are also probably not included in eco-friendly cosmetics, which lowers our chance of skin damage and flare-ups. Consumers nowadays are more concerned with social and environmental responsibilities and have a developing global consciousness. The softer environmental impact of sustainable products is one of their key advantages. There are new reports every week about massive garbage floating in the water or risky carbon outputs. Conventional cosmetics include several dangerous substances called petrochemicals that harm both our bodies and the environment. Customers seek organic, low-polluting items as we grow more conscious of the environment. How are we gonna make the world change? so here’s the tip that you should know:

1. Recognizing Ecological Natural beauty

The following are a few of the most well-known, eco-friendly, sustainable cosmetic brands and their offerings: Native:

-Native uses natural, organic components to make its deodorants. Native's brand is based on "easy-to-understand, nontoxic ingredients." Herbs like castor bean oil, coconut oil, and shea butter are generated from oleochemicals.

-Burt's Bees: From modest beeswax candles to a massive empire of lip products, Burt's Bees has emerged as a global pioneer in sustainability. The company uses natural and organic components in its cosmetics and personal care products, and it follows a "no-waste" manufacturing philosophy. They use beeswax, herbs, and botanical oils to create their well-known goods.

- Blissoma: Specializing in skincare, Blissoma provides a vast selection of green skincare products divided by skin type and need. Their preservative-free cosmetics use natural components such as fruit enzymes, Vitamin C, organic herbs, and cereals.

The job Manufacturers of cosmetics have a rare chance to emphasize corporate responsibility by focusing on green cosmetics. Going above and beyond with sustainable sourcing or packaging can have a big influence, in addition to the good effects green marketing can have on a company's image. A business assumes responsibility for its effects on economies and world health when it ramps up its sustainability initiatives. A company can earn authority and respect from suppliers, customers, and other distribution chain participants by assuming corporate responsibility for its manufacturing.

2. The Effect of Modern Beauty Products on the Environment

The Intensity of Resources and Waste Production: - Sourcing of Ingredients: Resource-intensive procedures are a major part of the manufacturing of traditional cosmetics. One such component that contributes to habitat loss and deforestation is palm oil, which is widely used in cosmetics.Packaging Waste: Take into consideration the chic plastic cases that hold your go-to lipstick or moisturizer. A major contributing factor to the worldwide plastic pollution problem is that these containers frequently wind up in landfills or the ocean.

Toxic ingredients included in many traditional cosmetic products, including parabens, phthalates, and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, contribute to chemical pollution and water contamination. In addition to endangering human health, these pollutants contaminate rivers. Ecosystems that are aquatic are impacted by the chemicals we rinse out of our hair or wash off our makeup, which ends up in rivers and oceans. - Tiny plastics: Small plastic particles called microplastics are present in toothpaste, exfoliating scrubs, and some shampoos. These particles are non-biodegradable. Microplastics can harm marine life and possibly make their way into our food chain when they amass in water bodies. Part 3: Greenhouse Gases and Climate Change - Distribution and Transportation: Cosmetics are produced all over the world and distributed extensively. Storage of some goods (such serums) in a refrigerator also adds to the energy usage.

For example: Parabens. - Toxic Substance: Preservatives including methylparaben, ethylparaben, and propylparaben are frequently found in skincare and makeup products. On the other hand, they may increase the risk of breast cancer and cause hormone imbalance. - Alternative: Look for natural preservatives like vitamin E, rosemary oil, or grapefruit seed extract, or choose items that are labeled "paraben-free".

3. Producing Your Own Eco-Friendly Items

Do-it-yourself Beauty Recipes: - For a calming and purifying effect, mix oatmeal, honey, and chamomile tea to make a mild face cleanser. For a luscious and nourishing treat, combine shea and cocoa butter with your preferred essential oils to create a moisturizing body butter. Shake some lemon or orange peels into some apple cider vinegar to create a revitalizing and pleasant citrus hair rinse. Sustainable Packaging Options: To cut down on plastic waste, put your homemade beauty products in reusable glass jars or metal tins. Take into consideration giving empty containers from completed commercial cosmetic items a new lease on life.

Be healthy always, love 🎀🪞🩰🦢🕯️

[realmettatonofficial]

Where do you get your makeup? I'm very jealous.

I don’t always wear makeup, but when I do, I use only the best, artificially sourced cosmetics on the market! No other brand but MTT Brand can get this kind of color and consistency…!

Warning: Do not apply MTT Brand Cosmetic Products in or around facial orifices. Do not ingest MTT Brand Cosmetic Products.

[famsedkamsz]

Japanese Skincare Market Boom: Affordable Quality Awaits Online

Japanese skin products provide natural ingredients. Learn about their great products and easy routines that make your skin happy. Discover the secrets of Japanese Beauty Products and a simple routine for your natural beauty. We'll also talk about the growing online market for Japanese skincare, where you can find affordable quality. Get ready to shine with the wonders of Japanese products.

In this article, we'll explore the wonders of Japanese skin maintenance, known for its high-quality products and simple routines. Discover the secrets behind Japanese Products and learn about a gentle skincare routine that brings out your natural beauty.

Discover the Secrets of Japanese Skincare for a Flawless Complexion

Japanese products are renowned for their high quality, innovative ingredients, and elegant textures. They are designed to nourish, hydrate, and protect your skin while respecting its natural balance and pH level.

If you want to achieve the flawless complexion that Japanese women are famous for, you need to follow a simple but effective skincare routine. The basic steps are: double cleanse, tone, moisturize, and protect. These steps are the foundation of any skincare routine, and they can be customized to suit your skin type and concerns.

Double cleansing is the first and most important step, as it removes dirt, oil, makeup, and impurities from your skin. Japanese women swear by the double cleansing method, which involves using an oil-based cleanser followed by a water-based cleanser. 

Toning is the second step, and it helps to balance your skin's pH level, hydrate your skin, and prepare it for the next steps. Japanese toners are often called lotions, and they are much more than just water. 

By following these four steps, you can reveal your true beauty and embrace your natural glow.

Japanese Beauty Products: Benefits of the J-Beauty

Japanese maintenance skincare products are more than just cosmetics; they are a reflection of the Japanese culture and philosophy of beauty. J-Beauty, as it is popularly known, is all about enhancing your natural features, nourishing your skin, and achieving a flawless complexion. Whether you are looking for skincare, makeup, haircare, or body care, Japanese Beauty maintenance products have something for everyone.

Here are some of the reasons why you should try Japanese Beauty Products:

They use high-quality, natural, and innovative ingredients that are gentle and effective on your skin. Some of the common ingredients are green tea, rice, sake, collagen, and hyaluronic acid.

They have a simple but effective skincare routine that consists of four steps: cleanse, tone, moisturize, and protect. They also use additional steps such as exfoliating, masking, and using serums to target specific skin concerns.

They have a wide range of makeup products that are designed to create a natural, radiant, and fresh look. They focus on enhancing the eyes, lips, and cheeks and use subtle colors and textures.

Japanese Skin Care Products: How to Achieve Glowing Skin with J-Beauty

Japanese skin care products are famous for their high quality, natural ingredients, and gentle formulas. They are designed to nourish, hydrate, and protect your skin while respecting its natural balance and pH level. J-Beauty, as it is popularly known, is all about enhancing your natural beauty, preventing and treating skin problems, and achieving a glowing complexion.

If you want to try Japanese skin products, here are some tips on how to choose and use them:

Find out your skin type and concerns. Japanese skin products are often categorized by skin types, such as dry, oily, combination, sensitive, or normal. 

Follow the basic skincare routine. The basic skincare routine consists of four steps: cleanse, tone, moisturize, and protect. Cleansing removes dirt, oil, makeup, and impurities from your skin. 

Add more steps if needed. You can also add more steps to your skincare routine, such as exfoliating, masking, or using serums, to target specific skin issues or enhance your results. 

By following these tips, you can achieve glowing skin with Japanese skin products.

Why You Should Buy Japanese Skin Care Products Online?

Japanese maintenance products are some of the best in the world, but they can also be expensive and hard to find in local stores. That's why many people choose to buy Japanese skin care products online, where they can access a wider range of brands, products, and prices. 

The Japanese skin products market is projected to generate a revenue of US$22.31 billion in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.24% from 2024 to 2028. This shows that the demand for Japanese skin maintenance products is high and growing, both domestically and internationally.

Conclusion

Discover the magic of Japanese skincare, unveiling a pathway to radiant skin. From the simple yet effective routine to the diverse beauty products, Japanese beauty emphasizes natural ingredients and a culture of enhancing one's unique features. 

By following their steps and choosing reputable brands, you unlock the key to a flawless complexion. Take your skincare journey online, where a booming market offers accessibility to a variety of brands and products. 

Choose Yu-Be for a flawless complexion, emphasizing natural ingredients and enhancing your unique features. Take the first step towards glowing skin; contact us today!

[eelhound]

"For thousands of years, those native to West Africa have cultivated the oil palm, deriving from it cooking and lighting oil, medicines, cosmetics, and much else. The 'ever-giving' oil palm remains central to the traditions and the culture of many from this part of the world. Nothing about the African oil palm, or the oil it exudes, demanded the emergence of a globalized, destructive, and profitable industry. It was the international slave trade, inaugurated by agents of European imperialism, that created a global market for palm oil.

At first, the oil fed enslaved Africans enduring the middle passage or greased their bodies to increase marketability. Yet throughout the nineteenth century, industrialists began relying on palm oil to lubricate railway locomotives, steamship engines, and the machines of newly thrumming factories.

Initially, British merchants purchased palm oil from a distance, relying on Africans themselves to extract the oil. Yet as European demand increased in the mid-nineteenth century, enterprising British colonizers began invading the African interior to seize direct control of palm oil production themselves. Backed by the capital of corporations — still fairly novel entities in the Victorian age, a 'strange legal fiction' created to 'facilitate the risky colonial and later slave-taking ventures of the rising European bourgeoisie' — palm oil merchants hired private militaries to confiscate lands and subdue their inhabitants. In 1897, the British launched a 'punitive expedition' to crush the Edo Kingdom, a powerful empire that considered palm oil to be a holy substance and therefore strictly regulated its trade — 'to the chagrin of British merchants.'

Those merchants (and their hired chemists) were learning how to bleach and deodorize palm oil, to drain it of any characteristic smell or color and thereby render it as maximally usable and minimally distinctive as possible. Palm oil became so profitable precisely because of this protean quality, and soon it was central to the creation of a range of cheap commercial goods like candles.

William Lever, a Liverpool industrialist, started using palm oil to produce bars of soap, and soon he had established massive oil palm plantations — another 'uniquely modern and fundamentally colonial' innovation — throughout the Congo. Counterintuitive though it may seem today, soap was not at the time an especially common consumer good, so Lever had to use advertising to create a market for his wares, adopting the language of personal responsibility to communicate to middle-class and later working women that the bars were needed amid increasing urban pollution.

Thanks far more to the advertising than to the quality of his soap or the efficiency of its production, Lever (and his eponymous company) grew rich. Today, his company — since renamed Unilever — remains 'one of the world’s single largest consumers of refined palm oil.'"

- Scott W. Stern, from "The Story of Palm Oil Is a Story About Capitalism." Jacobin, 19 January 2023.

[thecosmeticworld-1]

"Glamour Galore: A Deep Dive into the World of Cosmetics"

The world of cosmetics is a fascinating blend of art and science, where colors, textures, and formulations come together to enhance and celebrate the diverse beauty found in each individual. From skincare basics to makeup masterpieces, the cosmetics industry plays a vital role in empowering people to express themselves and boost their confidence. In this comprehensive exploration, we'll delve into the multifaceted world of cosmetics and reveal the secrets behind the products gracing our beauty shelves.

Cosmetics development

Cosmetics have a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations. From the ancient Egyptians' use of kohl for eye makeup to the elaborate beauty rituals of geishas in Japan, cosmetics have always had cultural significance. Fast forward to today, the cosmetics industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution, driven by technological advancements, changing beauty standards, and an increasing focus on health.

Skin care: the foundation of beauty

The journey into the world of cosmetics usually begins with skincare. Healthy, radiant skin is the canvas on which makeup artists create their masterpieces. The blog will explore the importance of a solid skincare routine and look at key ingredients, such as antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, and retinol, that have revolutionized the way we care for our skin. Plus, we'll reveal the secrets to serums, moisturizers, and the growing trend of clean, sustainable beauty.

The science behind the formulas

Cosmetic formulations are an exact science and require a complex balance of ingredients to achieve the desired effects. Readers will learn about the chemistry behind their favorite products and understand how emulsions, suspensions, and preservatives work together in harmony. We will demystify common skincare and makeup ingredients, debunk myths, and empower consumers to make informed decisions based on their skin type and preferences.

The art of makeup: beyond the depths of the skin

Makeup is an art form that allows people to express themselves creatively and try different looks. From the classic red lip to the glamorous world of eyeshadow, this section of the blog will delve into the transformative power of makeup. We'll discuss the role of makeup in self-expression, the impact of social media on beauty trends, and the rise of inclusive beauty brands that cater to diverse skin tones and identities.

The rise of clean and sustainable beauty

In recent years, there has been a notable shift towards clean, sustainable beauty. Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their beauty products. This section will explore the environmentally friendly practices adopted by cosmetics brands, including cruelty-free testing, recyclable packaging, and the use of ethically sourced natural ingredients. We will also discuss the challenges and opportunities in creating products that prioritize beauty and sustainability.

Beauty technology: innovations shaping the future

The intersection of beauty and technology is producing groundbreaking innovations that are reshaping the cosmetics landscape. From augmented reality beauty apps to personalized skincare solutions, this blog will explore how technology is improving the consumer experience and revolutionizing product development. Readers will discover the latest trends in beauty technology and get a glimpse into the future of personal beauty.

Navigating the beauty aisle: a consumer guide

The wide range of cosmetics available on the market can be overwhelming for consumers. In this section, we'll provide practical tips on how to navigate the beauty aisle, understand product labels, and make informed decisions based on individual preferences and skin concerns. From deciphering ingredient lists to finding the right shades for different skin tones, readers will gain valuable information to improve their beauty routine.

Conclusion

The world of cosmetics is a dynamic tapestry woven with threads of creativity, science, and cultural influences. By concluding this exploration, readers will have gained a deeper appreciation for the artistry and innovation that define the cosmetics industry. Whether enhancing natural beauty or experimenting with daring looks, cosmetics remain a source