| abstract |
A cosmetic composition that fluoresces when irradiated with electromagnetic energy is disclosed. The cosmetic composition may comprise a cosmetically accept medium comprising at least one inorganic compound, wherein the inorganic compound is doped with an inorganic fluorescence activator to cause the composition to emit a fluorescent response when irradiated with light, such as UV light. Related products that include such a composition are also disclosed, including a lip stick, an eyeliner, foundation, blush, body paint, a hair gel, or nail polish. There is also a method for imparting a fluorescent response to at least once keratinous surface of a person that comprises applying to the keratinous surface an effective amount of the composition described herein. |