16 most disgusting beauty products in cosmetics

Animal wax

In the cosmetics industry, he bears the euphonious name lanolin. In fact, this is a substance that is collected from oily wool of sheep! If you are extremely squeamish, then carefully study the composition on the labels of skin creams, shampoos, cleansing toners and even lipstick. By the way, lanolin is absolutely harmless to health, because it is an exclusively natural product.

Bird droppings

Even Tom Cruise himself has been seen using masks based on nightingale droppings! Even Victoria Beckham does not disdain such “dirty” beauty products created by Japanese cosmetologists. Both stars use a special powder, which has the ability not only to remove keratinized particles, but also has a rejuvenating tightening effect.

Shark liver

It is often used in decorative cosmetics, and is also included in sunscreens. In theory, not the entire liver of a dangerous predator is used as an ingredient, but the fat squeezed out of it. In its natural form, the exotic component looks disgusting, but it is very difficult to find products based on shark liver oil. In some countries, shark hunting is considered poaching, and many cosmetic companies have abandoned the use of such a rare ingredient.

Ambergris from the guts of a whale

It sounds very, very disgusting – ambergris is formed in the internal organs of a whale, and can be excreted through the intestines or harvested by whaling when the carcasses and heads of animals are gutted. The one that swims freely in the sea is of little interest to the miners – the fresh one has much more properties. This solid substance in the old days was considered an aphrodisiac, and the virgins added it to dishes in order to win the heart of a man they liked. In perfumery, amber is prized for its incredible ability to enhance the aromas of other ingredients. Found in many famous perfumes – but now

snake poison

Until now, there are fierce debates around this component: many dermatologists and cosmetologists are not sure about its safety. But this does not scare many famous beauties. For example, Gwyneth Paltrow fearlessly applies snake venom cream to her face. In her opinion, this is the best way to fight wrinkles – and no Botox is needed!

Dead algae

Are you familiar with the scent of stagnant water in an aquarium that hasn’t been cleaned for a long time? This is exactly what this strange ingredient smells like, which has found a place in cleansing cosmetics and scrubs. Dead algae, or in the language of biological scientists, diatomaceous earth, has an excellent exfoliating effect, but many brands do not advertise this component too much. And the beautiful name “diatomite” does not bother anyone and does not raise unnecessary questions. Imagine the surprise of the girls who find out that they put on the face and body the mucus of algae, once living microorganisms …

Fish scales

Doesn’t it sound nice – “natural pearl extract”? But, unfortunately, this component has nothing to do with pearls! It is obtained in a fairly simple way – dead fish are soaked in alcohol, and the guanine substance released from the fish scales goes to work. Namely in shampoos, nail polishes and mascaras! Why was it equated with natural pearls? It’s very simple – it gives a pleasant silvery shine to cosmetic products.

Parasitic beetles

The poor cochineal worm fell victim to its natural red dye, carmine, which is widely used in decorative cosmetics. It is often used in the manufacture of lipsticks and eyeshadow! And what is it like to be aware of modern beauties – lovers of red lipstick that they smear crushed insects on their lips! But do not be afraid, this small parasite is dangerous only for plants and then during life.

Fat of dead animals

There is such a disgusting, but well-paid profession – collecting the carcasses of animals shot down on the road. For example, in the United States, “road gravediggers”, having assembled a full pickup trailer of dead animals, hand them over to special factories. Here the carcasses are processed and, forgive me for the detail, boiled down, and the resulting so-called tall oil is bought up by cosmetic brands. Lipsticks, moisturizers, foundations and more – all of these beauty products can use tall oil.

Snail slime

Many girls, too much disgust and dislike, use masks with mucin, in other words, snail mucus. This unusual ingredient is most commonly found in Korean cosmetics. Masks with mucin are rich in protein glycolic acid, perfectly moisturize the skin, increase firmness and elasticity, and also help protect the skin from damage. Overseas divas went further – they use snails in their natural form! Snail massage is gaining momentum in America – slimy “saviors of beauty” crawl over the faces and bodies of women who want to prolong their youth and slow down the aging process.

Placenta

Placental masks have become commonplace among Hollywood stars. Jennifer Lopez, Eva Longoria, Madonna became real fans of placental cosmetics. Disgusting, of course, but, as they say, the result is obvious. How else to explain that J.Lo at 47 looks like a maximum of 30? In the manufacture of such “miracle masks”, a human or animal placenta is used. For example, sheep placenta is found in luxury shampoos and hair care products.

Caviar

A disgustingly expensive ingredient that is in high demand among Hollywood stars. For example, Gwyneth Paltrow loves to pamper her skin with caviar masks, and Angelina Jolie got rid of bulging veins thanks to them. All cosmetics based on the precious ingredient are quite expensive, and procedures are priced from $ 500.

Cow dung

Inventive Japanese cosmetologists are ready to literally make candy out of everything! Believe it or not, they somehow managed to get from a regular cow cake – attention … the aroma of vanilla. And now they are actively pushing their invention to the cosmetics market. They plan to use the obtained vanillin in the manufacture of detergents and bath products, such as shampoos, shower gels, and soaps. But so far there were no people willing to include a strange component in their beauty products …

Eel bath

Have you retired from snail massage yet? Here’s another dose of shock – Chinese beauties are convinced that a bath full of slimy snake-like eels is the best scrub you can think of. Vile, but absolutely harmless creatures stick around the bodies of “victims of beauty” and are taken for a meal, that is, they eat dead skin particles. Blackheads are full, and beauties are not overjoyed with renewed and silky skin. Would you take the risk?

Bee venom

Despite the fact that it sounds rather strange, but this ingredient contains peptides and amino acids that improve blood circulation and make the skin glowing. In addition, bee venom has an anti-age effect, and it is most often used in products for the area around the eyes.

It is worth noting that this poison is obtained from live bees. Electric shocks are conducted through the glass panel in which the bees live, which allows the insects to sting the glass.

Urea

Immediately we will calm you down, this is exactly what you thought about, although this substance is really contained in urine, and also in the stratum corneum. This ingredient is designed to moisturize the skin and enhance its protective properties.

They create such an ingredient using synthetic synthesis, and not thanks to the help of volunteers. In addition, urea is very cheap to manufacture, but effective.