`Cosmetics Unmasked' - some useful tips

Stop using a product immediately if it irritates your skin;

Never share eye make-up;

Never dilute eye make-up, especially by spitting into it;

Never use adult cosmetics or toiletries on children under three years old;

Avoid brightly coloured, highly scented bubble bath for children and limit the use of baby wipes and face paints;

Don't buy cheap pirate cosmetics while on holidays outside the EU, as they may contain banned chemicals;

The bottom line to all of the research seems to be to choose products that have the smallest possible list of ingredients, are lightly perfumed (or unscented), subtly coloured (or uncoloured for baby products) and have one preservative rather than a list of four.