Top 4 kinds of harmful bacteria found in makeup
When it comes to cosmetics, there are at least four types of dangerous bacteria that women should be concerned about. Not all of these live in makeup brushes but they can all contaminate various kinds of makeup.
Type of bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus
Where it’s found: Makeup/makeup brushes
What it can cause: Red rash, boils or abscesses
What you can do: Clean makeup brushes frequently, throw out makeup that develops an odd smell or shows a color change
Type of bacteria: Pseudomonas Aeruginosa
Where it’s found: Mascara
What it can cause: Redness and swelling of the eyes, impaired vision
What you can do: Throw out old mascara every three months
Type of bacteria: Escherichia coli (aka E. coli)
Where it’s found: Lipstick
What it can cause: Bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps
What you can do: Throw out old lipsticks
Type of bacteria: Staphylococcus epidermidis
Where it’s found: Eye shadows and eyeliners
What it can cause: Conjunctivitis (pink eye) and folliculitis of the eye lid
What you can do: Don’t share eye products.
Reference: http://www.ehow.com/list_7254563_types-bacteria-found-makeup.html#page=5
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Source: thebeautybrains.com - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: thebeautybrains Tags: Questions Source Type: blogs
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