Cosmetics, products are repeatedly applied directly to the human skin, mucous membranes, should be safe for health. However, recently there has been increasing concern about their safety. Unfortunately, using these products in some cases is related to the occurrence of negative effects resulting from intentional or the accidental presence of chemical substances, including toxic metals. In present study, heavy metals like lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), arsenic (As), mercury (Hg), zinc (Zn), nickel (Ni), manganese (Mn), copper (Cu) were quantitatively estimated by using Inductive couple plasma atomic emission spectroscopy in 21 samples of cosmetic products (like lipsticks, face wash, Face cream, eyeliners, kajal, mascara, foundation etc.) purchased from local market. The outcome results were indicating that the quantity of heavy metals in cosmetic preparation is out of limit or either in limit. The comparison was done with World Health organization, Food Drug Administration, International Purity and Specification guidelines and the permitted limits.
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