Also known simply as a composite. A grouping of equities, indexes or other factors combined in a standardized way, providing a useful statistical measure of overall market or sector performance over time.
Parabens are among the most commonly used preservatives in cosmetic products. Chemically, parabens are esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. The most common parabens used in cosmetic products are methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben.Typically, more than one paraben is used in a product, and they are often used in combination with other types of preservatives to provide preservation against a broad range of microorganisms.DA has received a number of inquiries on the safety of parabens, which are commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics. Here are answers to questions consumers often ask about these ingredients.
1 If a company is not forthcoming with the information you seek, you may want to purchase your products from another company. 2  Try e-mailing or calling the company and asking if your product contains parabens. 3  If you represent a cosmetics company whose products are completely paraben-free, let us know. Here are some companies that have committed to being paraben-free. 2  These companies do not use parabens for preservation, but instead use other procedures, packaging choices, and ingredients to achieve product stability.