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Is cyclomethicone a carcinogenic?
I think so
What is deodrant made of?
Butane, propane, isobutane, cyclomethicone, aluminum chlorohydrate, isopropyl myristate, disteardimonium hectorite, parfum, proylene carbonate, sodium starch octenylsuccinate, 2-benzylheptanol, mannitol, limonene, benzyl salicylate, linalool, citral, coumarin, camphor, eucalyptol, menthol, eugenol, phenoxyethanol.
What is the chemical formula of toilet deodorant?
Butane, propane, isobutane, cyclomethicone, aluminum chlorohydrate, isopropyl myristate, disteardimonium hectorite, parfum, proylene carbonate, sodium starch octenylsuccinate, 2-benzylheptanol, mannitol, limonene, benzyl salicylate, linalool, citral, coumarin, camphor, eucalyptol, menthol, eugenol, phenoxyethanol. hope it helped (: madame X
How does deodorant work?
I don't know completely how deodorant works, but I know the simple answer: Deodorant kills bacteria that make sweat smelly. Initially, sweat does not smell. But there is bacteria which thrives in hot, humid areas (such as a sweaty, hairy armpit), which somehow makes the odorless sweat become stinky (how, I don't know). Deodorant (whatever it's made of) kills these bacteria by inhibiting growth (antiseptic action!). What is the chemical formula of the active ingredient in deodorant? I don't know. I'd like to know, though, so someone please finish this off (and correct anything that does need correction. There's not much info online about deodorant. However, there's loads of info about antiperspirants and how they work!) A bit more ... Here's a great breakdown of deodorants AND antiperspirants courtesy of eNotes: (If you want more information -- more than most people would ever need, including the history of deodorants and the manufacturing process, click on the link at the bottom of the page.) Antiperspirant/deodorant (APD) sticks are used to reduce underarm wetness and control body odor. These products are made by blending active ingredients with waxes, oils, and silicones and molding the mixture into stick form. Body odor is primarily generated in the area under the arms where there is a high concentration of sweat glands. While sweat from these glands is initially odorless, it contains natural oils, called lipids, that provide a growth medium for bacteria living on the skin. These bacteria interact with the lipids, converting them into compounds that have a characteristic sweaty odor. Isovaleric acid, for example, is one chemical compound that gives sweat its smell. There are two primary types of products used to control body odor. The first, deodorants, reduce body odor by killing the odor-causing bacteria. These products do not affect the amount of perspiration the body produces. Antiperspirants, on the other hand, inhibit the activity of sweat glands so less moisture is produced. In addition to avoiding unpleasant wetness, these products also decrease odor because there is less sweat for the bacteria to act upon. While deodorants are considered to be cosmetic products because they only control odor, antiperspirants are actually drugs because they affect the physiology of the body. Although the exact mechanism of this physiological interaction is not fully understood, theory has it that antiperspirant salts form temporary plugs in some of the sweat gland openings so that moisture is not secreted. While this moisture reduction is not severe enough to interfere with normal body metabolism, it does noticeably lessen underarm wetness. Antiperspirants consist of the active drug ingredients that control perspiration; gelling agents that form the stick matrix; and other ingredients, such as fragrance or colorants, that make the product aesthetically pleasing. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) controls the active ingredients used in antiperspirants because they are legally classified as drugs. The FDA publishes an Over the Counter (OTC) Drug monograph that lists which ingredients are approved for use. The ingredients on this list are limited to aluminum chlorohydrate, aluminum chloride, aluminum sulfate, and aluminum zirconium complexes. Of these compounds, the most commonly used is aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex glycine. Most of these materials are supplied as powders, and they are typically used at levels of 8-25% based on the weight of the finished product. The bulk of the formulation consists of waxy or fatty materials that are gelled to form a solid stick. Common examples include stearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, hydrogenated castor oil, and glyceryl stearate. These waxy materials are blended with lubricating oils and emollients such as cyclomethicone, which is a volatile silicone compound. These silicones are liquids at room temperature, but they quickly evaporate and are used because they leave the skin feeling smooth and dry. In addition, talc, starches, or other powders may be added to control stick consistency and to give the product a dry feel and a smooth payoff. Fragrance and colorants may be added to the formula to improve its odor or appearance. Some brands have fragrances that are time released. Other brands may add featured ingredients that contribute little functionality but are designed to increase consumer appeal.
How do you Straighten black girl hair when really thick?
1. Hairdressings & Silicone Creams. This is a classic hair product based on oily materials like petrolatum, mineral oil, & lanolin. Silicone creams work the same way but contain materials like dimethicone or cyclomethicone. Apply the product all over your damp hair & comb straight. The oils coat your hairs preventing them from curling up when they dry.· Incredibly effective on all types of hair.· Non-damaging & relatively inexpensive.· The downside is that your hair will feel greasy, get dirtier faster, & can look weighed down.· The effect will last until you wash out the product.2. Brushing & blow drying. As hair dries, it tends to curl up. This is a direct result of the water content & the chemical bonds existing in the hair fiber proteins. If you can hold your hair straight with a comb & blow dry it, it will hold that position. It's a bit like using an iron to straighten the wrinkles in clothes.· This method is simple, moderately effective but depends heavily on the skill of the person doing it.· It's much easier for a stylist to do than for you to do it on your own hair.· It is slightly damaging, will not work on extremely curly hair, & frizzes out in humid weather.· It will leave your hair feeling more natural than hairdressings or styling products. So, if you don't want to spend much money, get a good hair dryer & trying combing out those curls.· It may take some time but it should work.3. Flat iron. If you have really curly hair & the blow-drying + combing method doesn't work, try using a flat iron. After washing your hair, you comb it & use a flat iron to get it dry & straight. It uses the same principle to get your hair straight but it is more intense & effective on nearly all hair types.· Flat irons will work with almost any hair type.· If you know what you're doing, it can be done relatively quickly.· Unfortunately, it is more damaging to your hair than a blow dryer & will frizz out when humidity is high.· Once you've bought your flat iron, it's a relatively inexpensive way to get a straight hair style.4. Styling products. If you don't like the greasy feeling of hairdressings & don't want to take the time required for flat ironing, then styling product straightening might be for you. These products coat the hair with polymers that rigidly hold the hair straight. Things like hairsprays, gels, mousses, & putties can all be used.· Styling products are effective but require some skill in applying & shaping your hair.· They will hold the hair straight better than the blow drying or flat iron methods.· The effect will last only until the products are washed out.· The primary downside is that your hair may not look & feel natural.5. Brazilian Hair straightening. This method is the hottest new hair styling treatment in salons. It even made it into a story in the New York Times. Your stylist applies a keratin protein formula & uses a flat iron to get your hair straight. Theoretically, the protein will crystalize on your hair & keep it in a straightened state. You are then encouraged not to wash your hair as frequently because you'll reverse the effect.· This procedure works but at $150, it hardly seems worth it.· If you wash your hair a few times the protein will come right off & your hair will return to its natural, curly state.· There's also the issue of a significant amount of formaldehyde being included in the formula.· This procedure works but you can get the same effect using a flat iron, styling products & less frequent hair washing.6. Japanese straightening system. This is a more permanent way to remove the curls from your hair. At more than $500 per treatment, it is the most expensive of all the methods outlined here. For the Japanese straightening system, the stylist applies a special formula all over the hair. Then they use a flat iron & neutralizing solution to get the hair straight. With proper care, the effect should last for 6 months.· The high price of this procedure has kept most people away from repeat procedures.· It is essentially a less harsh version of a hair relaxer.· The fact that a neutralizing solution has to be used suggests a bond-breaking, chemical reaction.· This procedure will permanently get rid of those curls but it's expensive & incredibly damaging to your hair.7. Relaxer. If you want straight hair there is no more effective method than getting your hair relaxed. In this procedure, a caustic chemical is applied to your hair & a chemical reaction occurs. The hair is then physically straightened & a neutralizing formula is used to reform the chemical bonds in the new straight shape. You can even do this to your own hair at home using a product like Affirm relaxer. Careful, because the chemicals in these formulas can be dangerous.· There's no doubt about it that this method will permanently take the curls out of your hair.· It will also be more effective & cheaper than either the Brazilian or the Japanese systems.· However, it will also be the most damaging treatment you can do to your hair. Your hair will break more easily & will feel dry.· Eventually, your curly hair will grow back so you'll need to continue to relax hair if you want it straight.
What is the secret to amazing hair?
Do you really want to have amazing hair fast? Here are Twelve (12) Tips to Having Amazing Hair Fast 1. Boost Thin Hair With Silicone Thin, lifeless hair is a common complaint, yet few women know the best remedy. Heavy conditioners will just leave your hair limp. A better bet is to use products with silicone, such as dimethicone or cyclomethicone. These coat the strands with a thin film, creating fuller hair that doesn't look greasy. The silicone stays put even after you rinse. 2. Eat Fish and Nuts for Healthy Hair The same nutritious foods that are good for your body promote stronger, healthier hair. Load up on salmon and nuts! Their protein and omega-3 fats help create a healthier scalp. Leafy vegetables, beans, and carrots are also good for your tresses. Beware of fad diets aimed at quick weight loss. They can starve your body of important nutrients, which can lead to brittle hair or hair loss. 3. Protect Shine With Lukewarm Water Hot water can strip the protective oils that act as a natural conditioner. And your hair's natural shine can disappear. This doesn't mean you have to suffer through cold showers to avoid dull hair. Instead, use lukewarm water to wash your hair. Pamper the scalp by massaging it while you shampoo. 4. Mend Split Ends With Protein If you often style your hair with hot tools -- or you color, bleach, or perm a lot -- you can damage hair's protective outer layer. The result is "split ends." Thankfully, there are hair products to help mend the damage. Look for conditioners with protein. They sink into the hair shaft and repair split ends. The fix only lasts until the next shampoo, so you'll need to use them regularly. 5. Get That 'Redhead Bounce’ The fullness of your hair is in your genes -- and your styling technique. Natural redheads have thicker hair, while blondes have the thinnest but greatest number of hairs. Luckily, you can plump up the volume whatever its color. Use a leave-in conditioner or mousse and dry the root area first. Flip your hair upside down as you dry, for an extra volume boost. If your hair is very fine, use low heat with any hot tool. 6. Don't Treat Dandruff With Oils Dandruff is not a type of dry skin at all -- despite the white flakes that float down to your shoulders. A minor skin disorder of the scalp is to blame. Rubbing oil into the scalp can just make it worse. Shampoos with medicine are the best fix -- from a drugstore or a dermatologist. Leave the shampoo on for 5 minutes to soak into your scalp. Be sure to rinse thoroughly. 7. Skip High-Powered Blow Dryers You might expect a powerful blow dryer to slice a few precious minutes off your styling routine. But in a comparison of blow dryers, Consumer Reports found they all dried hair in about the same amount of time. Some are much noisier than others, though. The group found the more expensive dryers were the quietest, and the noisiest were as loud as a lawn mower. 8. Take Care With Tightly Wound Hair Ponytails and braids are great ways to showcase your personal style. But when they're too tight, they can break off hair and damage the roots. Wearing a tight style around the clock can even make your hair fall out. Set your hair free every night! For braided styles meant to last months, leave hair a little loose at the scalp. If you wear heavy extensions, give your hair a break after three months. 9. Use Gentle Color to Cover Grays Hair doesn't just change color as we get older – it also becomes weaker and grows more slowly. That means damaged hair won't be snipped off as quickly by haircuts. Chemicals used on "mature" hair should be weaker to avoid damage. 10. Calm Frizz in Winter, Too Humidity gets the rap for causing frizzy hair days. But there's more static electricity when the air is dry. This means frizz also flies in winter months and in the desert climates of the Southwest. Use conditioner to stop static electricity. Shampoos that are pH-balanced also can calm the frizz for hair that's colored or relaxed with chemicals. 11. Keep Brushes Away From Your Curls Curly hair is more likely to break and become dry and brittle. Gently using a pick keeps curls looking better than combing or brushing. Conditioners with polymers can smooth hair and make it more manageable. Look for polyvinylpyrrolidone on the label. Don't overdo the use of flat-irons and relaxers, which can damage hair. 12. Avoid Extreme Color Changes Perhaps you're a brunette who always wanted to be a blonde, or a blonde who wants to go darker. Be aware that you're risking damage to your hair with more extreme color changes. Some dermatologists recommend staying within three shades of your natural color. If you want to know how to really address your hair challenges fast, you can send me mail at getdetails1712@gmail[DOT]com (Replace DOT with .) as fast as you can. Regards.
What is the best way to keep your hair straight without using a flat iron?
The previous poster recommended an at-home perm for straightening and stated that it was less damaging than the flat-iron...AS A PROFESSIONAL, I CAN NOT DISAGREE MORE. I STRONGLY discourage home texturizing services, you do not know what you're getting into. The chemical composition of some clashes with that of others and even some colors (especially if you've colored at home) translating into breaking off at the point where your new growth (roots) end. I cannot begin to tell you how many of these disasters I've had to attempt to correct and the bottom line is, it usually has to be cut off, or most cut off and the damage that's left has to be grown off. The flat-iron can be used regularly with minimal damage IF done correctly... NEVER iron damp or wet hair, I don't care if you have a supposed "wet/dry iron". Hair is VERY elastic when wet and the heat and stretching=no good. Blow-dry before ironing with a thermal protector. They're easy to come by and well worth the $12-$20. We're talking about keeping your hair here. Use an iron that has a thermostat or temp-control. Turn it all the way down and try ironing a section. Increase the temp in small increments until it works well on your hair. NEVER use the iron on "HIGH" on a regular basis. If you want to use a serum/oil, blow-dry with it or put it on AFTER ironing. There are a lot of stylists out there telling clients to put it on before ironing. Here's a question...how do you fry chicken? Oil+heat...you do the math. There are many straightening sprays to use with the flat iron and help protect the hair. There are just as many that are to be used with the BLOW-DRYER. READ THE DIRECTIONS!!!!! Finally, don't spray hairspray on right before ironing...sizzling and smoking generally aren't a good sign. Once in a while for a prom or something if you just have to, but the Hair's sake...not often. (HEY ANOTHER VERY USEFUL TIP IS 2 ADD BEER TO YOUR HAIR AND BRUSH IT FROM SIDE TO SIDE 4 ABOUT 30 MINUTES OR SO) AFTER THAT, TAKE A REGULAR BATH OR RINSE UR HAIR THOROUGHLY WITH SHAMPOO!!!) BEST WISHES!:)
