Cosmetics is a broader term that refers to any substance or preparation intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance. This includes a wide range of products like:
* Makeup: This is a subcategory of cosmetics that specifically refers to products used to enhance or alter the appearance of the face, skin, and body.
* Skin care: Products like moisturizers, cleansers, toners, and serums fall under cosmetics but are not considered makeup.
* Hair care: Shampoos, conditioners, hair dyes, and styling products are also considered cosmetics.
* Fragrances: Perfumes, colognes, and body sprays.
* Personal hygiene products: Deodorants, antiperspirants, and soaps.
Makeup, on the other hand, refers to the products specifically used to enhance or alter the appearance. This typically includes items like:
* Foundation
* Concealer
* Powder
* Blush
* Eyeshadow
* Eyeliner
* Mascara
* Lipstick
* Lip gloss
In essence:
* Cosmetics is the umbrella term encompassing all products used on the body for various purposes.
* Makeup is a subset of cosmetics focused on enhancing appearance.
So, all makeup is considered cosmetics, but not all cosmetics are makeup.