Body milk

 

— specific liquid consistency cosmetic products that are formally emulsions (see the relevant paragraph), but are separated into a separate category. The name "milk" is used because of the similarity of such compositions with natural milk or dairy products: they are usually white in colour and have a characteristic fatty consistency, sometimes resembling a very liquid cream.

In addition to fats, milk usually contains other water-insoluble substances — in particular, oils and wax in emulsifiable form.

Cosmetic milk is a specialized product intended exclusively for washing. Its main purpose is to cleanse and moisturize the skin. At the same time, according to the manufacturers of such cosmetics, milk for such use is more comfortable than soap, foams and other similar products: it avoids drying and “tightening” of the skin, which not only improves its appearance, but also feels more pleasant, than the same soap. Such products are especially useful for dry and sensitive skin, and for normal skin, they are recommended to be used at least in the cold season to avoid drying and irritation.

Separately, we note that the milk is not intended to be permanently on the skin — such a remedy must be held on the face for a certain time, and then be sure to rinse with water.