First printing. Small faded spot at the spine head. The boards are very slightly bowed. Otherwise fine: An unmarked and apparently unread copy. The dust jacket has some ripples in the lamination. The top corner flap price is intact while the bottom corner is clipped. Evidently this is a dual-priced jacket. Size: 8vo - over 7�" - 9�" tall.

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Bibliographic Details

Title: The Secret Life of Cosmetics: A Science Experiment Book
Publisher: J. B. Lippincott, New York
Publication Date: 1985
ISBN 10: 039732121X
ISBN 13: 9780397321216
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Theo Cobb
Edition: First Edition.
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

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Briefly discusses the history of cosmetics and gives instructions for experiments which show how and why cosmetics such as shampoo, toothpaste, soap, and nail polish work.

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Grade 5-9 An interesting and well-written book that can be used for general information on the history and chemistry of soap, toothpaste, creams and lotions, fragrances, hair care products and makeup, or as a how-to guide for testing and creating cosmetics. Experiments follow brief histories of the use and manufacture of cosmetics, which is fascinating reading on its own, but will have added appeal to trivia buffs. Experimenters who liked Cobb's How to Really Fool Yourself (Lippincott, 1981) will enjoy investigating these everyday products. Unfamiliar words are defined within the text and strong warnings for safety measures are given as needed throughout. Similar to but more scientific than Being Beautiful: the Story of Cosmetics from Ancient Art to Modern Science by Carolyn Meyer (Morrow, 1977; o.p.). Black-and-white drawings, some quite humorous, add interest and appeal. Diane P. Tuccillo, Mesa Public Library, Ariz.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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