TLDR The document concludes that modern ocular cosmetics enhance beauty and eyelash health, with safe practices and regulations being important.
The document from 2013 examines the role of ocular cosmetics in enhancing beauty, focusing on eyelashes and eyelid skin. It outlines the history of cosmetics, the natural characteristics and growth cycle of eyelashes, and how aging affects their appearance. The paper details various cosmetic enhancements for eyelashes, including mascara and false eyelashes, and discusses pharmacological treatments for eyelash health, such as those addressing meibomian gland dysfunction and parasitosis. It also notes the discovery that prostaglandin analogs can stimulate eyelash growth. Changes in eyelid skin with age, cosmetic approaches to address these changes, and the importance of safe cosmetic practices are also covered. Additionally, the document explores the societal perceptions of beauty, the evolution of eye shadow, and the inclusion of ingredients aimed at preserving lid skin physiology. It mentions eye putty, radiofrequency treatments, and supplementary adornments like piercings and tattoos, concluding with a note on the legislation governing cosmetics, specifically the European Union Cosmetics Directive.
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