Fair & White Products. Do They Really Work?
November 22, 2009 by Kelly Weiren
Filed under Beauty
Made by the company called Labo Derma in France, the Fair and White product line is internationally renowned even if most of its products are expensive or difficult to obtain. The line is tailored for the particular needs of the colored and ethnic skin types, promising benefits such as reducing blemishes while evening out the skin tone. Aside from that, the products can also decrease the number of brown spots and prevent other types of pigmentation from occurring. The most popular product from its line is the Whitening Cream that is specially formulated with the “F.A.W. Lightening” component.
Fair and White Products can contain hydroquinone as their active ingredient. The chemical has been proven effective in skin lightening although the prolonged use and exposure to this compound can also elicit a number of side effects. The brand’s whitening cream contains 1.9% concentration of hydroquinone.
There are other ingredients in the Whitening Cream of Fair and White that may cause certain risks when used for a long time. These ingredients include propylene glycol, stearic acid, and methylparaben. They are also found in other cosmetic products and with uncontrolled concentrations, they may cause unwanted side effects.
Stearic acid, for one, is a byproduct of the fatty substance that comes from pig stomachs and fats from other animals such as cows, sheep, dogs and cats. Mostly used in products such as deodorants, conditioners, creams, hairspray, lubricants, soaps and other cosmetics, stearic acid may still be harsh and irritating to skin even at low dosages. The ingredient may also pose ecotoxicology concerns as it is suspected as being an environmental toxin.
Another ingredient to be concerned about is propylene glycol, which is basically non-toxic and is also used in cosmetic products. However, it is still thought of to be a carcinogen and a skin irritant if its usage is uncontrolled.
Finally, the esther of methyl alcohol and p-hydroxybenzoic acid called methylparaben can also cause make the skin toxic in uncontrolled amounts. Citro tests were performed on some mammalian cells with results showing mutation. This means that it can impose risks when used in high amounts.
To read more about Fair & White Products, and effective ways to eliminate dark spots and skin pigmentation visit SkinWhitening.org – website that reviews various skin bleaching products and agents, including Makari, and educate prospects about effective skin whitening.
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