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Preservatives in cosmetics are the second most common cause of skin problems. They prevent bacteria and fungus from growing in the product and protect products from damage caused by air or light. But preservatives can also cause the skin to become irritated and infected. | Freedom Village Malls: Cosmetics Information Center Page 1 of 1 Welcome to the Freedom Village Malls Cosmetics Information Center . . Cosmetics and Your Health by Provides answers to the following questions: What are cosmetics? How are they different from over-the-counter (OTC) drugs? What's in cosmetics? What is the role of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the cosmetic industry? Are cosmetics safe? How can I protect myself against the dangers of cosmetics? What are "cosmeceuticals?" How long do cosmetics last? What are hypoallergenic cosmetics? Can cosmetics cause acne? Are tattoos and permanent make-up safe? Are cosmetic products with alpha hydroxy acids safe? What precautions should I follow when using AHA products? Are hair dyes safe? What precautions should I take when I dye my hair? Are lead acetates safe in hair dyes? Is it safe to dye my hair when I'm pregnant? 9/6/2006 F REQUENTLY A SKED Q UESTIONS of skin problems. More than 5,000 Cosmetics and different kinds are used in products. Products marked “fragrance-free” or “without perfume” means that no Your Health fragrances have been added to make the product smell good. 1-800-994-9662 Preservatives in cosmetics are the TDD: 888-220-5446 Q: What are cosmetics? How are second most common cause of skin they different from over-the- problems. They prevent bacteria and counter (OTC) drugs? fungus from growing in the product and protect products from damage A: Cosmetics are put on the body to: caused by air or light. But preservatives G cleanse it can also cause the skin to become G make it beautiful irritated and infected. Some examples of preservatives are: G make it attractive G paraben G change its appearance or the way it looks G imidazolidinyl urea Cosmetic products include: G Quaternium-15 G G skin creams DMDM .